Davie Shipbuilding, Canada’s largest shipbuilder, which is
also known as Chantier Davie Canada, was named North American Shipyard of the
Year at the Lloyd’s List North American Maritime Awards 2015, which took place
Feb. 18 in Houston, Texas.
The runner-up in the category was San Diego-based General
Dynamics NASSCO, the US naval shipbuilder. Shipyards from throughout North America
were evaluated on their “ability to deliver quality vessels on time, to meet
the needs of all stakeholders and to showcase innovative designs while adhering
to high environmental standards.”
The panel of judges included chairmen and presidents of the
marine industry's leading governing bodies and trade associations.
“I am proud to accept this award on behalf of the men and
women of Davie shipbuilding, company Chief Executive Officer Alan Bowen said in
his acceptance speech. “We are honored that this panel of respected judges has
chosen Davie as North America’s No. 1 shipbuilder. Over the past two years,
Davie has sealed its place in the global specialized shipbuilding, ship repair
and ship upgrade markets.”
The company, which was founded in 1825, has invested
significantly in new systems and new equipment in the past few years. In 2014 it
delivered the most complex commercial vessel ever built in North America, and
later this year is expected to deliver the first LNG-fueled ferries ever built
on the continent.
