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The global leader in the construction of medium-sized ships,

Daehan Shipbuilding,
a leader in future innovation.

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Performance Record
(As of January 2026)

    157

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We build with superior technology.

  • CRUDE OIL TANKER(SUEZMAX/AFRAMAX)

    Crude oil tankers are vessels used for transporting crude oil, playing a vital role in the global crude oil transportation industry. In particular, the crude oil tankers built by Daehan Shipbuilding are equipped with LNG Fuel System (LFS) technology, making them high-efficiency, eco-friendly vessels that meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s environmental regulations. With this advanced technology, Daehan Shipbuilding has achieved the world’s top market share in the construction of Aframax-class crude oil tankers. The company was also recognized as a producer of World-Class Products by the Korea Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021.

  • PRODUCT CARRIER

    Product carriers transport the refined oil products derived from crude oil. Daehan Shipbuilding’s product carriers also comply with IMO’s environmental standards, offering high efficiency and eco-friendly features. Equipped with the latest fuel-saving technologies, these vessels have garnered global attention and recognition as “World-Class Products.”

  • SHUTTLE TANKER

    Shuttle tankers are the high-value-added vessels equipped with the advanced systems that allow them to maintain a stable position at sea despite strong waves, winds, and currents. They can safely berth with offshore oil production facilities to receive crude oil. The core systems include the DPS (Dynamic Positioning System) for automatic position maintenance and the BLS (Bow Loading System) for bow loading operations.

  • CONTAINER CARRIER

    Container ships transport goods packaged in containers, requiring relatively higher speeds than other cargo ships. Daehan Shipbuilding constructs container carriers ranging from 1,000 TEU to 8,000 TEU capacities, emphasizing diversity in ship types and strategic competitiveness enhancement.

  • BULK CARRIER

    Bulk carriers transport unwrapped goods such as grains, coal, and ores in powdered or granular form. Through its extensive experience and know-how, Daehan Shipbuilding provides top-class quality and service in the field.

CRUDE OIL TANKER(SUEZMAX/AFRAMAX)
Crude oil tankers are vessels used for transporting crude oil, playing a vital role in the global crude oil transportation industry. In particular, the crude oil tankers built by Daehan Shipbuilding are equipped with LNG Fuel System (LFS) technology, making them high-efficiency, eco-friendly vessels that meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s environmental regulations. With this advanced technology, Daehan Shipbuilding has achieved the world’s top market share in the construction of Aframax-class crude oil tankers. The company was also recognized as a producer of World-Class Products by the Korea Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021.

PRODUCT CARRIER
Product carriers transport the refined oil products derived from crude oil. Daehan Shipbuilding’s product carriers also comply with IMO’s environmental standards, offering high efficiency and eco-friendly features. Equipped with the latest fuel-saving technologies, these vessels have garnered global attention and recognition as “World-Class Products.”

SHUTTLE TANKER
Shuttle tankers are the high-value-added vessels equipped with the advanced systems that allow them to maintain a stable position at sea despite strong waves, winds, and currents. They can safely berth with offshore oil production facilities to receive crude oil. The core systems include the DPS (Dynamic Positioning System) for automatic position maintenance and the BLS (Bow Loading System) for bow loading operations.

CONTAINER CARRIER
Container ships transport goods packaged in containers, requiring relatively higher speeds than other cargo ships. Daehan Shipbuilding constructs container carriers ranging from 1,000 TEU to 8,000 TEU capacities, emphasizing diversity in ship types and strategic competitiveness enhancement.

BULK CARRIER
Bulk carriers transport unwrapped goods such as grains, coal, and ores in powdered or granular form. Through its extensive experience and know-how, Daehan Shipbuilding provides top-class quality and service in the field.

Innovating New Horizons
with a Boundless Future

Innovating New Horizons
with a Boundless Future

Contract performance of the Year (As of February 2026)

    8

Consistent orders have led to positive results throughout the year.

Backlog (As of February 2026)

    32

    • SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

      SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
      26

    • AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

      AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
      1

    • SHUTTLE TANKER

      SHUTTLE TANKER
      3

    • 8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER

      8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER
      2

  • SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
    26

  • AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
    1

  • SHUTTLE TANKER

    SHUTTLE TANKER
    3

  • 8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER

    8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER
    2

A robust backlog ensures steady growth and operational stability.

Company News VIEW MORE

2026-02-13

DH Shipbuilding Makes Early Payments to Partners Ahead of Lunar New Year, Supporting Shared Growth and the Local Economy

– Following Chuseok, early payments also made for Lunar New Year: “Wishing our partners a warm holiday with their families”     DH Shipbuilding, a leading mid-sized global shipbuilder and a key contributor to the Jeonnam regional economy, is sharing holiday support with its partner companies ahead of the Lunar New Year.   On the 12th, DH Shipbuilding announced that it will make early payments totaling approximately KRW 26 billion to support the smooth cash flow of its partner companies. The payments will be made to around 250 partner firms responsible for equipment supply, material delivery, and outsourced construction work.   A company official said, “We decided to make early payments again, following Chuseok, in the hope that employees of our partner companies can enjoy a warm holiday with their families. As most of our partners are located in the Jeonnam region, we also hope this will provide some support to the local economy.”   Meanwhile, in January this year, DH Shipbuilding continued to strengthen its win-win management practices by recognizing outstanding partner companies, awarding long-service employees from partner firms, and providing performance bonuses to all partner companies.

2026-02-09

Global Shipowners’ Top Choice, DH Shipbuilding Secures KRW 1.02 Trillion in Orders in Just Two Months

– Cumulative orders surpass KRW 1 trillion in early February, achieving 70% of annual target at record speed – Holds a commanding 62% share of the global Suezmax market this year, firmly maintaining No. 1 position – Strong repeat orders confirm shipowners’ trust: “For Suezmax, DH Shipbuilding is the clear choice”   DH Shipbuilding has once again demonstrated its unmatched competitiveness in the global Suezmax crude oil tanker market, firmly establishing itself as the preferred and irreplaceable partner for leading shipowners worldwide.   On the 6th, DH Shipbuilding announced that it had secured additional orders for two Suezmax-class crude oil tankers from a Marshall Islands–based shipowner. This follows contracts for four vessels in mid-January and two more in late January. With another two vessels added just two weeks later, the company continues its uninterrupted order rally.   As a result, DH Shipbuilding has secured a total of eight Suezmax crude oil tankers so far this year, accounting for 62% of the global Suezmax orders placed worldwide (13 vessels).   Notably, the shipowner behind the latest order signed its first shipbuilding contract with DH Shipbuilding in November last year and confirmed a follow-up order just three months later, highlighting strong satisfaction and trust.   The contract price stands at approximately KRW 129 billion per vessel, exceeding the recent market average for similar vessels. This clearly demonstrates that DH Shipbuilding is not only securing volume but is also being recognized for its premium value in the global market.   Order intake is progressing at a record pace. As of February, cumulative orders have reached approximately KRW 1.02 trillion in just two months, fulfilling 70% of the company’s annual order target.   The two newly ordered vessels are scheduled for delivery in August and December 2028, respectively.  

2026-01-30

DH Shipbuilding Leads in Both Profit and Orders, Securing Over Half of Global Suezmax Orders in January

– Wins 6 of 11 global Suezmax orders in January, taking a dominant 55% market share – Secures 4 vessels from new customers and 2 from repeat clients, strengthening both customer diversification and shipowner trust     DH Shipbuilding’s strong order momentum continues into the new year.   Earlier this month, DH Shipbuilding secured orders for four Suezmax-class crude oil tankers from new customers. On the 28th, the company announced additional orders for two vessels of the same type from a European shipowner. The total contract value is approximately KRW 250 billion.   DH Shipbuilding showed an overwhelming presence in the global Suezmax market in January. Of the 11 Suezmax vessels ordered worldwide during the month, DH Shipbuilding won six, once again proving its position as the leading builder in this segment. Thanks to this early-year order rally, DH Shipbuilding has proactively secured its workload, building an order backlog of around 30 vessels—equivalent to approximately three years of stable production.   Jin Gi-bong, Head of Sales at DH Shipbuilding, said, “Among global shipowners, there is a strong perception that DH Shipbuilding builds the best Suezmax tankers. As a result, repeat orders from existing customers continue to increase. Based on deep trust with our long-term clients, we will further strengthen our dominant position in the Suezmax market.”   The newly ordered vessels are scheduled for delivery between January and May 2029.

2026-01-27

DH Shipbuilding Posts Strong Profit Growth for Five Consecutive Quarters, Setting a New Profitability Standard in Shipbuilding

– 2025 revenue reaches KRW 1.2281 trillion, operating profit KRW 294.1 billion… annual operating margin hits 24% – Q4 revenue KRW 350.4 billion, operating profit KRW 95.3 billion… record-high operating margin exceeds 27%     DH Shipbuilding continues to deliver outstanding profit growth quarter after quarter, firmly establishing its reputation for high profitability.   On the 27th, DH Shipbuilding announced its preliminary consolidated results for 2025, reporting total revenue of KRW 1.2281 trillion and operating profit of KRW 294.1 billion. The annual operating margin reached approximately 24%, up 9.2 percentage points from 14.7% last year.   In particular, the company achieved its strongest performance in the fourth quarter. Q4 revenue totaled KRW 350.4 billion, while operating profit reached KRW 95.3 billion, resulting in a record-high operating margin of 27.2%, the highest level in the company’s history.   With this result, DH Shipbuilding has maintained operating margins above 20% for five consecutive quarters, building a clear image as the most profitable shipyard in its peer group.   Kwon Seung-hoon, Head of Management Planning at DH Shipbuilding, said, “This strong performance is driven by the full-scale construction of high value-added shuttle tankers that we strategically secured in 2024. Stable project management and favorable exchange rates also helped improve the quality of our earnings.”   Meanwhile, DH Shipbuilding started the new year on a strong note by securing orders for four crude oil tankers within just two days earlier this year.