On Dec. 10, Canadian multinational shipbuilder, Chantier Davie Canada Inc. (Davie), announced the signing of an agreement with Pearlson Group, Kendall, Fla. According to a statement from Davie, the agreement supports the company’s construction strategy aimed at meeting National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) requirements and responding to the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE Pact) opportunity.
Davie’s statement noted that its modernization program is essential for delivering seven heavy icebreakers and two hybrid ferries under Canada’s NSS. The construction strategy involves plans for six new buildings, refurbishment and modernization of five existing structures, waterfront upgrades, and the creation of a new assembly hall and launch pad. The company also outlined plans for a comprehensive utility infrastructure upgrade, the installation of overhead traveling cranes for ship module construction, and the integration of new plant equipment and machinery.
The project is supported by $519 million in financing from the Québec government, forming part of an $840 million expansion budget.
The Davie release highlighted Pearlson’s history of designing and developing facilities for shipbuilding and repair companies such as BAE Systems, Austal USA, and Fincantieri Marine Group.
