ASTILLEROS ARMON S.A.

Shipyards

Astilleros Armon S.A. is a Spanish company specializing in shipbuilding. Founded in 1963, the company has its headquarters in Navia, located in the Asturias region of Spain. Astilleros Armon S.A. is one of the leading shipyards in Spain and has gained an international reputation for its expertise and high-quality workmanship in the maritime industry.

The company operates multiple shipyards along the northern coast of Spain, strategically positioned to take advantage of the region's rich maritime heritage. These facilities allow Astilleros Armon to handle a wide range of projects, from the construction of new vessels to the repair and maintenance of existing ships.

Astilleros Armon S.A. focuses on constructing a variety of vessels, including fishing boats, tugs, offshore supply vessels, passenger ships, dredgers, and specialized vessels for various industrial applications. The company is known for its engineering excellence and innovative solutions, striving to meet the specific needs and requirements of its clients.

In addition to new constructions, Astilleros Armon offers comprehensive ship repair and maintenance services. These capabilities have earned the company a loyal client base and have helped to establish long-term relationships with operators and shipowners around the world.

Astilleros Armon S.A. is committed to quality and safety, maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and adhering to strict regulatory requirements. The company's dedication to continuous improvement, research, and development ensures that it remains at the forefront of the shipbuilding industry, adapting to changing market demands and technological advancements.

Overall, Astilleros Armon S.A. is recognized for its robust engineering solutions, innovation, and commitment to excellence in the maritime sector.

Ships

AHTI

Tug | Flag: Finland | Port: PORVOO

ESVAGT STAVANGER

Standby Ship | Flag: Denmark | Port: ESBJERG

FAIRPLAY-27

Tug | Flag: Malta | Port: VALLETTA

FAIRPLAY-30

Tug | Flag: Antigua and Barbuda | Port: SAINT JOHN'S

FAIRPLAY-31

Tug | Flag: Antigua and Barbuda | Port: SAINT JOHN'S

STORMHAV

Utility Vessel | Flag: Saint Kitts and Nevis | Port: BASSETERRE

ATLANTIC LEADER

Stern Trawler | Flag: Canada | Port: LUNENBURG, N.S.

KOLGA

Supply Vessel Anchor Handling | Flag: Netherlands | Port: ROTTERDAM

BYLGIA

Supply Vessel Anchor Handling | Flag: Netherlands | Port: ROTTERDAM

UKKO

Tug | Flag: Finland | Port: PORVOO

Maritime News

Louis Dreyfus Picks Chinese Shipyard to Build Three New SOVs for Vattenfall

21 hours ago

French ship owner Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) has selected SALT as the naval architect and Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Company (ZPMC) as the shipyard for the construction of three new service operation vessels (SOVs) ordered by Vattenfall.SALT, an offshore vessel designer and long-time partner of LDA, has been entrusted with the development of the new SOVs.ZPMC has been chosen as the shipyard for the construction of the new SOVs.The new SOVs will integrate high-end European components, including the gangway system, the DP system and key propulsion line systems, ensuring tier I performance and reliability.

Greek Shipyards Revitalized

2 days ago

The rhythmic clang of hammers and the bright flashes of welding torches filled the air at Skaramangas Shipyard near Athens last month, as workers busily repaired the bow of a large tanker. Nearby, other vessels awaited their turn in the dry dock—an unmistakable sign of renewed activity at the once-idle shipyard.Just a year ago, Skaramangas stood empty, a stark reminder of Greece’s prolonged debt crisis from 2009 to 2018. Following decades of inconsistent government ownership and uncertainty, the shipyard had languished. But today, it is experiencing a revival.“Now there is life here again,” said Theodoros Evagelou, a worker sandblasting and painting ships.

Evergreen Places $3.2B Order for 11 LNG Dual-Fuel Container Ships

2 days ago

Taiwanese container shipping firm Evergreen Marine Corporation has ordered 11 new LNG dual-fuel container ships from South Korean and Chinese shipyards, whose combined worth is up to $3.2 billion.On February 12, Evergreen disclosed two orders for 11 container ships, each with a 24,000 TEU capacity.The company placed an order to South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean for six vessels, and to CSSC Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) in China for the remaining five vessels.Evergreen will pay between $265 million and $295 million per unit, totaling up to approximately $1.77 billion for six vessels to be built at Hanwha Ocean and around $1.47 billion for five containerships at GSI.

MEGA MACHINES: Manson Prepares to Add “The Bionic Man” of Dredge Vessels

2 days ago

Manson Construction has long been a pillar of the U.S. maritime industry, rooted in a tradition of U.S.-built, U.S.-owned, and U.S.-operated vessels. The company was founded in 1905 by Peter Manson, when he dug up a jar of gold coins [because he didn’t trust the banks] and purchased a winch, a winch that was then put on a barge and that became Manson's first pile driver. With barge-mounted pile driver, Manson Construction embarked on its journey into marine construction and eventually dredging, a journey which continues today as it has become a dominant player today in the U.S. maritime market, playing a crucial role in building and maintaining the nation’s maritime infrastructure.

MSC Baltic III Grounded, Crew Safe

3 days ago

Canada’s Marine Communications and Traffic Services received a MAYDAY on Saturday from the MSC Baltic III as it ran aground located approximately 12 nautical miles outside the entrance to Bay of Islands, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.The vessel reported a loss of power, and unable to secure an anchor in the adverse conditions, grounded in Wild Cove west of Lark Harbour. All 20 crew have been airlifted to safety.Weather in the area continues to be a factor as work is underway to assess the situation and determine the next steps. Canadian Coast Guard crews and Eastern Canada Response Corporation representatives are establishing a staging area in Lark Harbour.