{"id":9372,"date":"2020-02-19T12:51:51","date_gmt":"2020-02-19T04:51:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mediazone.com.hk\/hkmvc\/?p=9372"},"modified":"2020-03-10T10:25:29","modified_gmt":"2020-03-10T02:25:29","slug":"perfecting-the-art-and-craft-of-tailor-made-shipbuilding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mediazone.com.hk\/hkmvc\/2020\/02\/19\/perfecting-the-art-and-craft-of-tailor-made-shipbuilding\/","title":{"rendered":"Perfecting the Art and Craft of Tailor-made Shipbuilding"},"content":{"rendered":"

Deep respect for heritage, strong customer-centric ethic and a sharp eye on <\/span>trends have powered the growth of one of China\u2019s most respected ship builders. <\/span>The legendary CHEOY LEE SHIPYARDS is today the pride of the industry and <\/span>a \u2018go-to\u2019 name for customers. Here\u2019s why.<\/span><\/h1>\n
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Karen Lo, Deputy Director of Cheoy Lee Shipyards Ltd.<\/p><\/div>\n

Manufacturing in China today has mega advantages and to those in the know \u2013 China is second to none where it comes to shipbuilding. In fact, most American and European firms have either parts, technology or whole crafts built there but labeled as being made overseas. <\/span><\/p>\n

With commercial shipbuilding as a mainstay, the iconic ship builder is increasing emphasis on building custom yachts as the market for luxury water-craft <\/span>is growing with affluence around the world. <\/span><\/p>\n

Karen Lo, Deputy Director of Hong Kong-based, Cheoy Lee Shipyards Ltd, agrees that the \u2018Made-in-China\u2019 label is gaining more respect world-wide and the market for custom-built sea craft is expanding. Chinese ingenuity has changed the face of shipbuilding world-wide and Cheoy Lee\u2019s century-old experience is more than just a milestone for China. It is a symbol of time-honoured commitment to craft, resourcefulness and ingenuity.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Unique as You Are!<\/h3>\n

<\/b>Industry sources too place the iconic ship builder as a symbol of quality, notwithstanding a legacy of growth starting way back in the late 1800\u2019s in Shanghai. To date the company is family managed to ensure that reputation remains <\/span>the hallmark of all it builds, says Lo.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are occasionally asked to build a custom design, where the client has a design that he would like us to build,\u201d she says, adding that typically buyers are looking for a fully developed design. From the shipyard\u2019s perspective, design is now often broken down into specialist areas, such as hull form, structural design, interior design, etc. The shipyard will typically coordinate all those aspects to simplify things for the buyer. On yacht projects, clients like to be involved with the finishing touches, so often work closely with interior designers to personalise the finishes.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Purpose-Built Solutions<\/h3>\n

\u201cAs a shipbuilder, Lo says, \u201cwe focus on vessel construction, adapted as required to satisfy clients\u2019 needs. Value added services may be offered by the selling agent to sweeten the package. On the building side, we do offer a level of customisation that other builders may not be as willing to do. On commercial and yacht projects, we do accommodate significant owner input and adjustment to the standard vessel configuration\/spec to ensure the boat is a good fit for the specific owner and\/or purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cheoy Lee builds a very wide product range including tugs, ferries, crew boats, pilot boats, yachts, etc., and each sector is marketly different.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne general trend for commercial vessels is that buyers are often now looking for ready-made inventory rather than waiting for a new vessel to be built. We have a stock building program to cater to such enquiries,\u201d says Lo.<\/p>\n

The market for custom-built luxury yachts is simultaneously growing as Asia\u2019s affluent seek upmarket lifestyle changes. Poised to cater to this wave, Cheoy Lee\u2019s luxury yacht building arm (CL Yachts), a well-referred name in the niche but growing world of luxury yachts. Speaking on the progress and prospects for CL Yachts, Lo says: \u201cAll our boats are built at our world-class facility in Zhuhai, China at a shipyard which is one of the very few fully ISO certified shipyards in China. We build vessels in aluminum, steel, and composite materials to rival the best technology and craftsmanship seen today world-wide. The Zhuhai yard has been in operation since 2000 and is approved by Lloyd\u2019s Register, ABS, BV, DnV, CCS, RINA and OHSAS.\u201d<\/p>\n