- HII (HII, Financial) hosts leaders from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries to strengthen their strategic partnership.
- Focus on implementing new processes for accelerated ship production and technological innovation.
- Introduction of a virtual welding lab for enhanced workforce development and training.
HII (HII), a leading global defense provider, recently hosted executives from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) at its Ingalls Shipbuilding division. The visit centered around advancing goals outlined in their recently signed memorandum of understanding.
Led by Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Blanchette, the discussions focused on identifying near-term opportunities and exploring innovative processes to accelerate ship production. The partnership aims to combine expertise and resources to foster technological innovation and maximize production efficiency, ultimately strengthening the global defense industry.
During the visit, HHI executives toured the shipyard and experienced the newly introduced virtual welding lab. This immersive training environment not only enhances the skills of shipbuilders but also sets national benchmarks for workforce development. HHI's Chief Executive of Naval & Special Ship, Won-ho Joo, expressed gratitude for observing HII's technological implementations aimed at efficiency and quality improvements.
Both companies, recognized as leading shipbuilders worldwide, are committed to leveraging their combined expertise to enhance technological innovation and production efficiency.
