Halifax Shipyard is a Canadian shipbuilding company located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. <br /><br />It was founded in 1889 and has a long history of building ships for both commercial and military purposes. <br /><br />The shipyard is currently owned by Irving Shipbuilding Inc., a subsidiary of J.D. Irving Ltd. <br /><br />In recent years, Halifax Shipyard has been awarded several major contracts to build ships for the Canadian Navy, including the Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships and the Canadian Surface Combatant program. <br /><br />The shipyard employs over 2,000 people and is a major contributor to the local economy. <br /><br />Halifax Shipyard has a reputation for producing high-quality ships that are built to last. <br /><br />The shipyard has undergone several modernization projects in recent years to improve its facilities and increase its capacity for shipbuilding. <br /><br />Halifax Shipyard is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including using renewable energy sources and reducing waste. <br /><br />The shipyard is an important part of Canadas maritime industry and plays a key role in supporting the countrys national defense and economic growth. <br /><br />Halifax Shipyard is a proud member of the Irving Group of Companies, which has a long history of success in various industries, including shipbuilding, forestry, and retail.more

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