HD Hyundai Heavy Industries said on the 24th that it held the "maritime capability and cooperation forum" in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Malaysia plans to introduce littoral mission ships and multi-purpose support ships over the next five years, and, under its force structure reorganization plan, it is a market where additional ship orders are anticipated.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries emphasized its intent to participate in the Malaysian Navy's strategic programs and shared its warship portfolio and operational experience. It also noted, through its cooperation case with the Philippines, that it can contribute to Malaysia's defense industry through technology transfer, industrial cooperation, and education and training.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries plans to strengthen its special ship business capabilities through a future merger with HD Hyundai Mipo and enhance its responsiveness to Southeast Asian warship construction projects.
Cheon Jeong-su, executive vice president of the special ship division at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, said, "We are very proud to introduce HD Hyundai Heavy Industries' advanced naval solutions to the Malaysian Navy and the Ministry of National Defense. We will actively support Malaysia's modernization journey through a long-term partnership."