China, South Korea, and Japan were the leading shipbuilding nations in 2022. China completed ships with a combined gross tonnage of around 36.7 million. CSSC (China State Shipbuilding Corporation) is China's leading shipyard.
About the shipbuilding industry
Shipbuilding is a risky business; it is as cyclical as it is capital intensive, and fleet expansion can mean make or break for a shipyard’s customer: the shipping line. Shipping lines can be divided into cruise lines and freighters. While cruise lines operate ships to carry passengers, freighters employ vessels to transport cargo. Florida-headquartered Carnival Corporation is the largest player in the cruise industry worldwide. The group owns brands such as AIDA Cruises, the Cunard Line, Costa Cruises, and Princess Cruises.
Bulk carriers comprise the largest segment in terms of tonnage
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