HD Hyundai and Siemens partnership targets smart shipbuilding acceleration.
Context
What happened: HD Hyundai opened a joint research center with Siemens in Busan to speed shipbuilding's digital transformation using AI-powered design and virtual shipyard technology.
Key numbers: 50 specialists from both companies. Center opened Tuesday in Haeundae-gu, Busan. Builds on a July agreement.
Why it matters: The center combines HD Hyundai's shipbuilding expertise with Siemens' digital capabilities. HD Hyundai's Pangyo R&D center leads development, while Ulsan and Yeongam shipyards test the platform.