German Naval Yards

GERMAN NAVAL YARDS specialises in the design and construction of large naval vessels such as frigates, corvettes and offshore patrol vessels.

Originating from the surface shipbuilding division of Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft GmbH, the shipyard looks back on 185 years of history and combines innovative construction methodology as well as modern facilities with a unique shipyard facility steeped in tradition.

GERMAN NAVAL YARDS is part of the European shipbuilding group CMN NAVAL. Also part of the group are the French shipyard CMN as well as ISHERWOODS, a company specialising in ILS and based in Great Britain.

07/01/2024

Combat support ship (EGV) BONN arrives at GERMAN NAVAL YARDS for for extensive overhaul work

EGV BONN arrived at GERMAN NAVAL YARDS in Kiel today to undergo extensive overhaul work.

Discover our facilities

With an overall length of 426 m, our dry dock is one of the largest anywhere in Europe. In fact, the Berlin Reichstag would fit inside it with room to spare.

Facilities

Experience our workflow

Our special construction methodology ensures effectivity and short construction times. Our portal crane with a capacity of 900 t is one of the most powerful cranes in Germany.

Workflow