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Study on the Automation and Integration of Production Processes in Shipbuilding

Maritime sector has been and will continue to be of strategic importance for Europe, due to the nature of its economy, topology, history and tradition. Shipbuilding is a key maritime industry which has contributed significantly to Europe’s maritime past and which is strategic for its maritime future. It is also a considerable source of employment.

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Maritime industries

date:  01/06/2000

author:  Fivos ANDRITSOS and Juan PEREZ-PRAT

Nevertheless, in the global market economy of today, EU shipbuilding and other related industries, in order to stay competitive, are faced with an urgent need for profound changes. The ultimate goals are: the drastic reduction of the costs and lead times, the achievement of a sustainable shipbuilding process, the assurance of the highest possible quality standards.