The launch of WindCat Zeebrugge coincides with Ha Long Shipbuilding’s 50-year anniversary, marking a significant milestone in the shipyard’s ongoing development
Vietnamese shipbuilder Ha Long Shipbuilding Company has marked its 50th anniversary with the successful launch of WindCat Zeebrugge, a new Construction Service Operation Vessel (CSOV), highlighting five decades of shipbuilding experience and continued growth within the maritime industry.
The milestone anniversary brought together former and current company leaders, distinguished guests, international representatives, customers and long-standing industry partners to recognise the company’s achievements and its role in the development of the maritime sector.
As part of the celebrations, Ha Long Shipbuilding was presented with a Certificate of Merit from Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction in recognition of its contributions to the development of the construction sector over the past 50 years. The company also acknowledged the support and continued partnership of its international customers and industry partners.
The anniversary celebrations coincided with another significant milestone for the shipyard. On the morning of 14 November 2026, Ha Long Shipbuilding successfully launched Construction Service Operation Vessel, CSOV 8720, yard number YN552209, named WindCat Zeebrugge.
The launch ceremony was attended by representatives from Windcat, CMB.TECH and Damen, marking an important milestone in the vessel’s construction programme.
The successful launch, taking place alongside the company’s 50th anniversary, provided a fitting celebration of Ha Long Shipbuilding’s heritage, shipbuilding capabilities and continued contribution to the global maritime industry.
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