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Marine
continuously evolved alongside the world and the industry over the past 120 years.“ Innovation has always been at our core. At one point, about 50 percent of the world’ s tonnage could trace its roots back to the Clyde River, whether through construction, design, or the components fabricated there. This strong heritage and innovation are something we draw upon as we align with market demands. In the past, we supplied vessels all over the world, and today, we are building ships tailored to current market demands. For example, we are focusing on zero-emission or low-emission technologies, as these are what the market and the country need,” David informs.
Building on its heritage, Ferguson Marine is positioning itself for continued future growth through various initiatives.“ Bringing in experienced shipbuilders is a key part of our strategy. For instance, our new CEO, Graeme Thomson is a seasoned shipbuilder who has progressed from apprentice to senior levels in international shipbuilding. His vast experience has reshaped our goals moving forward. We have broadened our focus to include other markets of interest, such as defense. This includes a project we are currently working on with BAE Systems for Type 26 structures, building on the success of a pilot project that led to this new opportunity. Nonetheless, our biggest achievement in recent years has been the delivery of Glen Sannox, which is performing extraordinarily well. In fact, this ship is far more capable and flexible than anyone initially anticipated. Another milestone we hit over the last few weeks was the completion of dry dock for Glen Rosa on time and to budget. Under our new leadership, we are empowered to consistently uphold high standards of performance. While quality has always been a hallmark of our work, as evidenced by our older vessels still operating well beyond their original
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