HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
South Korean shipbuilding manufacturer
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (HHI; Korean: 에이치디현대중공업 주식회사; RR: Eichidi Hyeondae Junggongeop Jusik Hoesa) is the world's largest shipbuilding company and a major heavy equipment manufacturer. Its headquarters are in Ulsan, South Korea. It is one of the "Big Three" shipbuilders of South Korea, along with Hanwha and Samsung.
History
Foundation
Hyundai Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries (Korean: 현대조선중공업) was established in 1972 by Chung Ju-yung, founder of the Hyundai Group. The early establishment of the company was based on the South Korean government's strong support and Chung's ability to convince partners and clients. The government had a motive to develop the country's industry, moving beyond light manufacturing exports. The government's support included guarantees for foreign loans and investment in the construction of industrial complexes.
In the meantime, Chung played a large role in securing technological assistance and convincing lenders. Chung met Charles Longbottom of A&P Appledore, a British ship consulting firm, and secured a recommendation letter to obtain a USD 43 million loan from Barclays.
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