HD Kiewit Shipbuilding sets 2027 construction start for Gulf Coast yard

The HD Hyundai and Kiewit Maritime joint venture has released first timelines for the planned US shipyard, announced 23 October 2026.

Ingrid Sorensen

Shipbuilding Correspondent

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HD Hyundai and Kiewit Maritime have formalised their joint shipbuilding venture and set construction timelines for a new facility on the United States Gulf Coast. The venture will operate under the name HD Kiewit Shipbuilding.^[1] Construction on the yard is targeted to begin in 2027. Full operational status is planned for 2029.^[2] This is the fourth announced United States shipbuilding partnership entered by HD Hyundai. Prior agreements exist with Fraser Industries, Huntington Ingalls Industries and Edison Chouest Offshore.^[3]

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HD Hyundai and Kiewit Maritime announced a joint venture named HD Kiewit Shipbuilding to develop a new shipyard on the US Gulf Coast. · The Maritime Executive
The companies stated construction of the Gulf Coast shipyard is targeted to begin in 2027, with full operations planned for 2029. · The Maritime Executive
HD Hyundai previously announced US shipbuilding partnerships with Fraser Industries, Huntington Ingalls Industries and Edison Chouest Offshore. · The Maritime Executive

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