DHMC, The Republic of Korea - Komachine Supplier Profile and Product List

- DHMC is a specialized manufacturer of shipbuilding equipment, including rudder systems for vessels. A leading company with over 70% market share in the domestic rudder system market. Also a company focused on developing eco-friendly marine industry equipment, such as detachable mooring systems for floating offshore wind power. A company that entered the shipbuilding equipment business in 2006, building upon the power generation equipment component manufacturing technology of its parent company, DHHI [DB, cite: 13].DHMC is a specialized manufacturer of shipbuilding equipment, including rudder systems for vessels. A leading company with over 70% market share in the domestic rudder system market. Also a company focused on developing eco-friendly marine industry equipment, such as detachable mooring systems for floating offshore wind power. A company that entered the shipbuilding equipment business in 2006, building upon the power generation equipment component manufacturing technology of its parent company, DHHI [DB, cite: 13].
- Specialized manufacturing capability for rudder systems, a core component of ships [DB, cite: 3]. Efforts in developing rudder system technology for improved steering performance and reduced hull resistance. Acquisition of a patent for 13,100TEU FULL-SPADE RUDDER TRUNK and R&D capabilities for Full-Spade Rudders.Specialized manufacturing capability for rudder systems, a core component of ships [DB, cite: 3]. Efforts in developing rudder system technology for improved steering performance and reduced hull resistance. Acquisition of a patent for 13,100TEU FULL-SPADE RUDDER TRUNK and R&D capabilities for Full-Spade Rudders.
- In-house design and manufacturing technology for lashing bridges, used for securing cargo on container ships [DB, cite: 14]. Track record of securing contracts for 14,400TEU and 18,800TEU lashing bridge production with MacGregor.In-house design and manufacturing technology for lashing bridges, used for securing cargo on container ships [DB, cite: 14]. Track record of securing contracts for 14,400TEU and 18,800TEU lashing bridge production with MacGregor.
- Production of various hull structures, including trunk and trunk blocks, and bow/stern blocks [DB, cite: 2, 6].Production of various hull structures, including trunk and trunk blocks, and bow/stern blocks [DB, cite: 2, 6].
- Execution of design and production business for Emergency Towing Systems (ETS) [DB, cite: 13].Execution of design and production business for Emergency Towing Systems (ETS) [DB, cite: 13].
- Successful localization and development of MW-class detachable mooring systems (DMS) for floating offshore wind power, a core technology in the eco-friendly marine industry. Development of Davit Cranes for floating offshore wind turbines and completion of Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).Successful localization and development of MW-class detachable mooring systems (DMS) for floating offshore wind power, a core technology in the eco-friendly marine industry. Development of Davit Cranes for floating offshore wind turbines and completion of Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
- R&D capabilities for eco-friendly shipbuilding equipment and Retrofit core technologies through its corporate research institute. Ongoing technological innovation efforts targeting AI-based welding automation system development by 2028.R&D capabilities for eco-friendly shipbuilding equipment and Retrofit core technologies through its corporate research institute. Ongoing technological innovation efforts targeting AI-based welding automation system development by 2028.
- Securing an overwhelming market share of over 70% in the domestic shipbuilding rudder system sector.Securing an overwhelming market share of over 70% in the domestic shipbuilding rudder system sector.
- Stable production capacity through the largest production facilities in Korea and operation of Yeongam and Goseong factories.Stable production capacity through the largest production facilities in Korea and operation of Yeongam and Goseong factories.
- Technological expertise in specialized manufacturing of highly complex core components for ships. Successful execution of government R&D projects related to eco-friendly shipbuilding equipment and offshore wind power through its corporate research institute.Technological expertise in specialized manufacturing of highly complex core components for ships. Successful execution of government R&D projects related to eco-friendly shipbuilding equipment and offshore wind power through its corporate research institute.
- Enhancement of production efficiency and data-driven manufacturing capabilities through the establishment of DIMS (DHMC Integrated Management System), Korea's first in-house production monitoring system.Enhancement of production efficiency and data-driven manufacturing capabilities through the establishment of DIMS (DHMC Integrated Management System), Korea's first in-house production monitoring system.
- Recognized for excellent quality and technology by major domestic and international shipyards, shipowners, and classification societies. Achievements include Samsung Heavy Industries' Quality Q-MARK award and designation as a top partner by Hyundai Heavy Industries.Recognized for excellent quality and technology by major domestic and international shipyards, shipowners, and classification societies. Achievements include Samsung Heavy Industries' Quality Q-MARK award and designation as a top partner by Hyundai Heavy Industries.
- Demonstrated global market competitiveness through numerous export-related awards, including the 'Twenty Million Dollar Export Tower'.Demonstrated global market competitiveness through numerous export-related awards, including the 'Twenty Million Dollar Export Tower'.
- Securing future growth engines by expanding its business scope beyond shipbuilding equipment to offshore wind power equipment and power generation facility components.Securing future growth engines by expanding its business scope beyond shipbuilding equipment to offshore wind power equipment and power generation facility components.
- The shipbuilding industry, encompassing various vessel types such as VLCCs, container ships, bulk carriers, and LNG carriers [DB, cite: 2].The shipbuilding industry, encompassing various vessel types such as VLCCs, container ships, bulk carriers, and LNG carriers [DB, cite: 2].
- A key role in supplying essential ship components like rudder systems, lashing bridges, and blocks.A key role in supplying essential ship components like rudder systems, lashing bridges, and blocks.
- Expansion of business into the offshore wind power industry, including floating offshore wind turbines and related systems.Expansion of business into the offshore wind power industry, including floating offshore wind turbines and related systems.
- Proactive response to changes in the future marine industry through the development of eco-friendly marine energy technologies.Proactive response to changes in the future marine industry through the development of eco-friendly marine energy technologies.
- Japan, ChinaJapan, China
- Netherlands, GermanyNetherlands, Germany
- Acquisition of a patent for 13,100TEU FULL-SPADE RUDDER TRUNK (2012).Acquisition of a patent for 13,100TEU FULL-SPADE RUDDER TRUNK (2012).
- Obtained ISO 9001 quality management system certification and KOSHA 18001 safety and health management system certification.Obtained ISO 9001 quality management system certification and KOSHA 18001 safety and health management system certification.
- Recognition for excellent quality, including Samsung Heavy Industries' Quality Q-MARK award and designation as a top partner by Hyundai Heavy Industries.Recognition for excellent quality, including Samsung Heavy Industries' Quality Q-MARK award and designation as a top partner by Hyundai Heavy Industries.
- Acquisition of class certification for MW-class floating offshore wind detachable mooring systems.Acquisition of class certification for MW-class floating offshore wind detachable mooring systems.
- External recognition of technological prowess and export performance, such as the 'Twenty Million Dollar Export Tower' award on the 52nd Trade Day and the Minister of Knowledge Economy Award.External recognition of technological prowess and export performance, such as the 'Twenty Million Dollar Export Tower' award on the 52nd Trade Day and the Minister of Knowledge Economy Award.
- Possession of continuous R&D capabilities for eco-friendly shipbuilding equipment and offshore wind power technologies through its corporate research institute.Possession of continuous R&D capabilities for eco-friendly shipbuilding equipment and offshore wind power technologies through its corporate research institute.