Hanwha Ocean Finally Selected as Preferred Bidder for 7.8 Trillion Won KDDX Project... "All-out Effort for Timely Operation" [Roundup]

8 trillion won. Given that the project has been delayed by more than two years, Hanwha Ocean plans to devote its full efforts to the timely deployment of the KDDX and the normalization of the project, leveraging its advanced technological capabilities.
According to the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system on the 2nd, Hanwha Ocean was officially notified the previous day by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) that it had been selected as the preferred bidder for the 'KDDX Detailed Design and Lead Ship Construction Project. ' After issuing the bid notice last March, DAPA confirmed and announced the preferred bidder the previous day following on-site inspections and proposal evaluations of the bidding participants, Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.
5867 points. 2-point security penalty applied to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries during the bidding process acted as the key factor determining the outcome between the two companies.
8 trillion won. It is also the first domestic Aegis-class vessel construction project secured through Korean technology.
Through this order, Hanwha Ocean has once again solidified its position as a "renowned shipbuilder. " Through the KDDX conceptual design, Hanwha Ocean has laid the foundation for core technologies for advanced vessels, including an integrated electric propulsion system, integrated mast, integrated network, and troop reduction automation technology.
In addition, through continuous research on new concept ship designs and ship survivability enhancements, we have made full preparations for the construction of the lead ship. Furthermore, last year, we independently designed the basic design for the 'Next-Generation Strategic Surface Ship,' which incorporates the latest smart ship technologies, and successfully obtained the Design Certification (AiP) from Lloyd's Register of the UK.
This next-generation strategic surface ship is characterized by the implementation of a hybrid manned and unmanned combat system, the installation of laser cannons and a multi-layered defense system for suicide drones, and the optimization of operational personnel and maximization of combat efficiency through automation and unmanned technologies. Hanwha Ocean expects that the KDDX, which embodies the company's advanced technological capabilities, will transcend the limitations of existing vessels and leap forward as the best destroyer capable of rivaling advanced naval vessels worldwide.
A Hanwha Ocean official stated, "We feel a tremendous sense of responsibility upon being selected as the preferred bidder for the detailed design and lead ship construction project of the Korean Next-Generation Destroyer (KDDX). " The official added, "As we were designated as the preferred bidder based on our advanced ship technology and project execution capabilities, we will faithfully engage in negotiations with the government and do our utmost to normalize the project.
" Meanwhile, as this result is a preliminary step before the signing of the main contract, the final contract size is still undecided.
Hanwha Ocean stated, "These details are subject to change during the course of the project," adding, "We plan to re-disclose the relevant information when the definitive agreement is signed following negotiations on transaction terms and specific details are finalized.
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8 trillion won. Given that the project has been delayed by more than two years, Hanwha Ocean plans to devote its full efforts to the timely deployment of the KDDX and the normalization of the project, leveraging its advanced technological capabilities.
hoya0222@fnnews.com Kim Dong-ho Reporter