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CSSC’s big three Shanghai yards secure 63 newbuild orders in H1

Three Shanghai-based shipbuilding yards under China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), Jiangnan Shipyard, Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding and Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding have bagged 63 newbuilding orders in the first half of this year.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

July 10, 2023

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The three yards in total delivered 29 vessels in the first half, laying a firm foundation for completing the year production target. 

Newly received order volume of the three yards keeps increasing during the first six months, among which the high and middle-end vessel type accounts for over 90% of the total volume. 

Among the 63 newly received orders, 42% are special gas carriers including LNG, VLEC and VLGC, setting a new record for the yards.

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Katherine Si

Katherine Si

China Correspondent

China-based Katherine Si has worked in the maritime industry since 2008 is well-connected with local industry players including Chinese owners and yards.

Having majored in English Katherine started at news portal ShippingChina.com where she rose to become a News Editor. In 2008 she moved to work with Seatrade and has since held numerous positions including China correspondent for Seatrade Maritime Review magazine.

With extensive experience in writing, research and social media promotion, Katherine focuses on the shipping and transport sectors.

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