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China aims higher

Article Abstract:

The shipbuilding industry in China aims to increase its production twofolds by the end of 1999, with the large yards such as China Shipbuilding Trading Co Ltd (CSTC) and Dalian New, accounting for most of the expansion. CSTC obtains the highest number of orders from other countries, but major production expansion are also expected at other large- and medium-sized facilities. Overall the industry faces good prospects for the long term and investments are expected to yield good results.

China, Cover Story

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Winning ways

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Germany's shipbuilding industry remains highly competitive despite the country's strong currency and the reduction of the working week to 35 hours. This can be attributed to the massive changes introduced by shipbuilders which are aimed at increasing the industry's productivity by up to 40% in 1998. Such changes include the rejuvenation of old shipyards, the implementation of improved production methods and the creation of new joint venture alliances.

Germany

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Versatility is the key

Article Abstract:

Appledore Shipbuilders is broadening the range of services they offer to survive in the competitive industry of ship repair. UK Shipyards now build a variety of vessels from small to large in an attempt to stay in the business. Appledore is known for its complex designs produced through computervision CAD that handles all forms of design, draughting and lofting work.

United Kingdom, APPB, Shipyards, Appledore Shipbuilders Ltd.

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