The South American country government makes the first advance payment for the 86.75-metre-long units. This is the largest contract for the Vigo shipyard in its more than 100-year history

The latest shipbuilding report from Spanish Ministry of Industry places Galicia in second position with 37% of the order book, after Asturias with 44%

The possibility of using it as a hydrogen source, producing it through renewable energy sources or its ease of storage and handling on board ships, among others, are the main factors boosting its use as fuel in the maritime sector.

Nils Haugsveit held a meeting with the board of directors of Aclunaga

The third edition of this shipbuilding meeting will take place a week later than initially planned due to logistical issues

Its president Mr Manuel Rodríguez, who aims to build 50-metre yachts, brings together authorities from all over Galicia at the shipyard

The shipyard launched “Duque de Ahumada," to fight against crime and illegal immigration.

The vessel will be under 30 meters-long and 500 miles autonomy.