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

Daehan Shipbuilding,
a leader in future innovation.

Performance Record
(As of May 2026)

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  • 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 May 2026)

    15

Consistent orders have led to positive results throughout the year.

Backlog (As of May 2026)

    35
    • SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

      SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
      30
    • AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

      AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
    • SHUTTLE TANKER

      SHUTTLE TANKER
      3
    • 8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER

      8,800TEU CONTAINER CARRIER
      2
  • SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    SUEZMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
    30
  • AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]

    AFRAMAX [CRUDE OIL TANKER]
  • 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

2026-06-09

DH Shipbuilding Expands Green Ship Lineup and Strengthens ESG Management through Joint Development of Battery Auxiliary and Wind Shield Technologies

Joint Development Project (JDP) for 'Battery Auxiliary System' with DNV (Norway) and SETH (China) – Aiming to improve fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. JDP for 'Container Ship Wind Shield' with Mokpo National University and ABS (USA) – Enhancing shared value based on local industry-academia cooperation.       (Photo Provided by DH Shipbuilding) DH Shipbuilding and Korean Register (KR) holding the 88K VLGC AIP certification ceremony on June 3rd.   DH Shipbuilding is accelerating its ESG management practices and expanding its Green Ship lineup by continuously pursuing Joint Development Projects (JDP) for energy-saving technologies.       (Photo Provided by DH Shipbuilding) DH Shipbuilding, SETH (China), and DNV (Norway) holding the Battery Auxiliary System JDP signing ceremony on June 3rd.   On June 3rd, DH Shipbuilding signed a JDP with DNV (a Norwegian classification society) and SETH (a Chinese eco-friendly solution company) for a "Diesel Generator Battery Auxiliary System using a Shaft Generator Motor."   This technology is an Energy Storage System (ESS) that stores surplus power in a battery while the ship is operating and uses it when power demand is high. Even during sudden spikes in power usage, the battery supplies the necessary extra power. This reduces the unnecessary operation of generators, thereby lowering fuel consumption and carbon emissions.       (Photo Provided by DH Shipbuilding) DH Shipbuilding, National Mokpo University, and ABS (USA) holding the Container Ship Wind Shield JDP signing ceremony on June 4th.     Following this, on June 4th, DH Shipbuilding signed another JDP for "Container Ship Wind Shield Technology Development" with National Mokpo University and ABS (a US classification society).   A wind shield is a technology that applies a curved structure to the front of a ship to reduce air resistance during operation. Container ships are highly affected by wind because containers are stacked high on the deck. The wind shield helps smooth the airflow, which improves propulsion efficiency and reduces fuel consumption.   This project is especially meaningful as it is carried out together with National Mokpo University, a local educational institution.   Moving forward, DH Shipbuilding plans to continue contributing to nurturing local talent and strengthening the competitiveness of the shipbuilding industry through industry-academia cooperation.

2026-06-08

DH Shipbuilding Selected for Government Project to Enter US Navy MRO Market

Official Selection: DH Shipbuilding has been selected for the MSRA (Master Ship Repair Agreement) support project. Business Expansion: The company is expanding its business from commercial shipbuilding into the US Navy ship MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) market.   DH Shipbuilding is officially entering the US Navy ship MRO market.   On June 5th, the company was selected for the "Global Competitiveness Support Project for Ship MRO." This project is hosted by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) and local governments (Gyeongsangnam-do, Busan, Ulsan, and Jeollanam-do).   The MSRA certification that DH Shipbuilding is pursuing is an official qualification issued by the US Navy. It proves a shipyard's capability to repair US Navy ships and is a must-have requirement to bid for US Navy MRO contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars.   This support project is a national strategy. The government and local authorities will invest a total of 99 billion KRW over five years (2026–2030) to strengthen the MRO competitiveness of Korean shipyards. By obtaining the MSRA and CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification), DH Shipbuilding plans to successfully expand its business beyond standard commercial ships.   Our entry into the naval MRO market holds great strategic value. Currently, naval repair capabilities are mostly concentrated in Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongsangnam-do. DH Shipbuilding will now expand this capability to the southwestern region (Jeollanam-do). Since Jeollanam-do has a high concentration of shipbuilding partners, our entry will help build a strong local defense industry ecosystem and support naval defense.   As of 2024, the global naval MRO market is estimated at around 88 trillion KRW. Recently, a significant portion of the US Navy's repair demand in Asia is expected to move to South Korea. This is because the US Navy's maintenance delays have increased the need for trusted allies to take on more MRO work.   A representative from DH Shipbuilding stated: "This selection marks a major shift in our company strategy. While we are currently recognized as a leader in the medium-sized tanker market, we are now adding the defense industry to our portfolio through the MRO business."  

2026-06-04

DHShipbuilding Enters the Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) Market: Obtaining Design Certification and Expanding Eco-Friendly Technology Cooperation at Posidonia 2026

Received Approval in Principle (AiP) for 88K VLGC design and safety from UK’s LR and Korea’s KR.   Signed a Joint Development Project (JDP) with UK’s LR for the layout review of a compressor-free 'Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS)'.       DHShipbuilding has officially proven its gas carrier design capability and expanded eco-friendly technology cooperation with global classification societies at 'Posidonia 2026', one of the world's largest maritime exhibitions.     DHShipbuilding and UK’s Lloyd’s Register (LR) holding the 88K VLGC AiP certification ceremony on June 2.   On June 2 and 3, DHShipbuilding received Approval in Principle (AiP) for its concept design of an '88K Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC)' from Lloyd's Register (LR) of the UK and Korean Register (KR). This certification is highly meaningful as it marks the expansion of DHShipbuilding’s portfolio, which previously focused on tankers and container ships, into the gas carrier sector.   This newly certified design is a next-generation model optimized for cargo capacity and operational efficiency in line with global environmental regulations.   In addition to securing technical reliability for entering the gas carrier market, DHShipbuilding also signed a Joint Development Project (JDP) agreement to improve ship energy efficiency.   DHShipbuilding, UK’s LR, and UK’s Armada signing the JDP agreement on June 2.       On June 2, DHShipbuilding signed a JDP with UK-based eco-friendly technology company Armada and LR for the 'Layout Review of the Passive Air Lubrication System (PALS)'. An air lubrication system is an energy-saving technology that injects air bubbles at the bottom of the ship to reduce friction between the hull and seawater.   In particular, Armada’s passive system, which is being reviewed for layout, operates without a compressor (air compressor), unlike traditional methods, thereby improving fuel efficiency. It is evaluated as a key solution to meet the carbon emission regulations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.   Lee Sang-cheol, Head of the Technical Division at DHShipbuilding, said, "The AiP for the 88K VLGC and our cooperation on eco-friendly technology will help diversify our technology portfolio according to market changes." He added, "Through collaboration with global partners, we will lead the change in the future eco-friendly ship market."   During the exhibition, DHShipbuilding continues to hold business meetings with global classification societies to discuss further technical cooperation for high-value, eco-friendly ships.      

2026-06-01

Daehan Shipbuilding Wins Two Ships at ‘This Year’s Highest Price’ After Reaching Annual Order Goal Early

DH Shipbuilding wins order for 2 Suezmax crude oil tankers... worth 282.8 billion KRW in total Faster construction creates extra slots in 2028… secures 15 ships in the first half of the year alone   DH Shipbuilding, which already passed its annual order goal in just the first quarter, continues to win more orders in the second quarter.   DH Shipbuilding announced on the 29th that it won an order for two Suezmax crude oil tankers from a shipping company in Oceania. This contract is worth about 141.4 billion KRW per ship (282.8 billion KRW in total), which is the highest price among the ships DH Shipbuilding received orders for this year.   The shipping company is a new customer that signed its first contract with DH Shipbuilding last year. Even before receiving their first ship, they started ordering more: 1 ship last September, 1 in November, 2 in February this year, 2 in March, and now 2 more in May.   Recently, due to geopolitical risks, there is a shortage of tankers, and the demand to replace old ships with eco-friendly ones is growing. Because of this, global shipping companies feel they "must secure DH Shipbuilding's docks (construction space) early." Experts analyze that this rush to get docks is leading to actual orders.   Currently, DH Shipbuilding has already secured construction work until the end of 2029. However, the delivery dates for these new ships were pushed forward to November and December 2028 because the company shortened the construction time (lead time). DH Shipbuilding created extra slots for 2028 by improving productivity.   Sam-dong Wang, the CEO of DH Shipbuilding's business division, explained, "Our productivity improved greatly because we continuously build Suezmax ships. Thanks to cutting down the construction cycle with our accumulated skills, we could secure highly profitable orders."   This success is expected to speed up the company's future growth. Through a public disclosure on the 15th, DH Shipbuilding proved its strong financial health by recording an operating profit margin of 26.8% (sales of 308.3 billion KRW, operating profit of 82.6 billion KRW) in the first quarter of this year. The industry expects that since the number of ships built per year has increased due to this order, future sales and operating profits will grow even bigger.   Meanwhile, including this order, DH Shipbuilding has recorded a cumulative total of 15 ships this year, making its position as the 'global strongest leader in Suezmax construction' even stronger. The ships contracted this time will be delivered to the owner one by one starting from November 2028.