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China Dominates Global Shipbuilding Market in H1 2025 Overview of China’s Shipbuilding Industry Performance China’s shipbuilding industry continued to outperform globally in the first half of 2025. According to data from the China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry (CANSI), China led the world in: * Shipbuilding completions* New shipbuilding orders* Shipyard order backlog Despite economic uncertainty and fluctuating global demand, Chinese shipyards maintained strong momentum and global trust. Steady...

Global shipowners face a fragmented market: Trump’s tariffs squeeze supply chains, U.S. port fees target China-built vessels, and Red Sea disruptions amplify rate volatility. Yet beneath these headwinds, a strategic shift is unfolding— China’s shipbuilding dominance and a booming secondhand market offer stability and value. Here’s why global operators are turning eastward. 

The global shipping market is experiencing a familiar turbulence: BDI volatility, sudden cargo surges on key routes like Shanghai-US (“space sold out until June”), and geopolitical policy shifts.

Yet beneath this surface chaos, a clear trend has emerged—international owners are decisively returning to Chinese shipyards** for both newbuilding and premium secondhand vessels. 

Trump's protectionism has inadvertently cemented China's maritime supremacy. Whether acquiring cutting-edge newbuilds or optimizing pre-owned fleets, Vesseslink delivers turnkey solutions for profit-driven navigation. 

**"Green Shipping Horizon"** 

Concept art of hydrogen-powered container ships sailing past wind farms, with Vesseslink logo as navigational beacon.