Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) announced on 17 November 2025 that U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Admiral Caudle visited the HD HHI’ shipbuilding facility in Ulsan, South Korea.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries press release
During his visit, HD HHI and the CNO discussed collaboration under MASGA, focusing on fleet readiness, technology cooperation, and supply-chain integration. Admiral Caudle toured our commercial shipyard and Naval Ship business unit, boarding the recently launched Aegis destroyer ROKS Dasan Jeong Yakyong and observing construction of the next Aegis destroyer and the overhaul of the 214-class submarine ROKS Son Won-il.
As global navies modernize, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is expanding its presence in key defense markets—including the United States. We expect this visit to further deepen bilateral cooperation in advanced shipbuilding.
Admiral Caudle noted:
“The U.S.–Korea partnership is essential for regional security and the future of naval power.”
HD HHI remain committed to supporting stronger U.S.–Korea defense and shipbuilding collaboration.