With the conclusion of the acquisition of the Oceana shipyard by thyssenkrupp Marine Systems do Brasil, the company renamed the facility, which is now called thyssenkrupp Estaleiro Brasil Sul.
The deal is part of thyssenkrupp’s international strategy to strengthen the naval defense area in Brazil and South America. The Brasil Sul Shipyard, located in Itajaí (SC), will be used for the construction of the four Tamandaré Class frigates for the Brazilian Navy, which will have the proven naval technology for the construction of MEKO® Class defense ships, which already operates in 15 countries.
Dr. Rolf Wirtz, CEO of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems: “With Estaleiro Brasil Sul, we have an excellent infrastructure to build the most modern frigate for the Brazilian Navy. The shipyard also offers us the prospect of new orders, not only locally, but also in other South American countries.”
With over 20 years of experience, the shipyard is one of the most modern in Brazil. Located in a region with a strong naval vocation, in an area of 310,000 m², it has a high construction capacity and applies the most innovative production processes with a high level of automation and cutting-edge technology. In recent years, it has already delivered large vessels, such as ships for offshore operations of approximately 90 meters in length and 19 meters in width.
About thyssenkrupp Marine Systems
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems is the majority company of the special purpose partnership, Águas Azuis, established with Embraer Defense & Security and Atech, a subsidiary of Embraer – for the expansion and modernization of the Brazilian Navy fleet.
One of the world’s leading marine companies, with approximately 6,000 employees, it serves as a supplier of surface shipbuilding systems, submarines and marine electronics/security technology. With more than 180 years of history and a constant search for improvement, the company is always setting new standards.
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems offers its customers worldwide customized solutions to highly complex challenges in a changing world. Key to this is the company’s employees, who shape the future of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems with passion and commitment every day.
More information at: www.thyssenkrupp-marinesystems.com
About thyssenkrupp
thyssenkrupp is an international group made up of independent industrial and technological companies. The Group generated sales of €29 billion in 60 countries in fiscal 2019/2020. Under a strong brand of reference, our products and services contribute to the creation of a better and more sustainable future. The competence and commitment of our more than 104,000 employees around the world are the basis of our success. With our technology and innovation, we work with our customers to develop cost-effective, resource-efficient solutions for future challenges. We combine results orientation with corporate and social responsibility.
Developing business in South America since 1837, thyssenkrupp employs around 3,500 employees in the region in the automotive, mining, chemical and naval defense segments. In South America, during the 2019/2020 fiscal year, the company recorded revenues equivalent to BRL 3 billion.