Factorías Vulcano is one of the most important shipyards in Spain. We are specialised in the construction of high tech mid-sized newbuildings, ranging between 80 and 170 m in length. And we do so for some of the most demanding ship-owners and markets in the world. Our company harks back to 1919, although its activity in the shipbuilding business began in 1940. In line with most of the European companies in this sector, the company has evolved progressively towards its current “synthesis shipyard” model. Currently, Factorías Vulcano is home to a highly-qualified staff specialised in the management of complex shipbuilding projects. We deliver our proven expertise in the areas of planning, engineering, procurement and production coordination –all of which are integrated in quality management, environmental compliance and health risk prevention systems that boast the certifications ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001, respectively. Additionally, Factorías Vulcano has access to the invaluable resource of the shipbuilding industry of the Vigo area, which provides the full spectrum of services required for the production of high-added value ships.more

Navantia’s Production Units at Ferrol Estuary, with facilities at Fene and Ferrol, have been equipped with world-class state of the art shipbuilding technological means and a revolutionary production model - integrated construction- that allows to achieve top-quality results, while cutting costs and deadlines. In these centers, located in northwestern coast of Spain, Navantia builds next-generation warships, including frigates equipped with the AEGIS combat system, amphibious ships, aircraft carriers, fleet tankers, corvettes, etc. This area is also located the Turbine Factory dedicated to manufacturing steam turbines and wind turbines for power generation plants and reduction gears, shafts lines, torpedo tubes and other equipment for ships. It also maintains an important activity of technical assistance and after sales service. Moreover, Navantia’s Ferrol Estuary facilities are widely known for their ship overhaul and conversion capabilities, thanks to its great capacity for specialized work and excellent technical and human resources. Its overhaul and conversion activity offering includes the repair of LNG and LPG ships, offshore units, chemical tankers and other specialized vessels. Its great capacity for renewal and steel and pipe manufacturing; high quality surface treatment (tank coating), electrical and hydraulic repairs, etc., as well as its repair workshop staffed with highly qualified workers make of Navantia’s Ferrol Estuary center one of the most important repair centers in Europe.more