KRX Shipbuilding TOP10 Index
The index consists of 10 companies listed in South Korea that are closely related to the shipbuilding industry, with an emphasis on exports and marine engines.
Sentiment Summary
Recent Events
Announced a massive KRW 4.33 trillion (approx. $2.9B) order to build one Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) unit for the Delfin LNG project, the first of its kind in the United States; this significant contract is expected to cause a price impact of 10% or more, expected.
Announced a contract worth KRW 1.416 trillion to build eight Very Large Gas Carriers for an Asian shipping company on June 1, 2026, representing 8.05% of 2025 revenue; high price impact expected
Announced the signing of a contract on May 29 to build two Suezmax crude oil tankers for an Oceania-based shipping company. The total contract value is KRW 282.8 billion (approx. $202 million), a record-high price for the company in 2026.
Announced a contract worth KRW 1.416 trillion with an Asian shipping company to build eight Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs). The vessels are scheduled for delivery by the first half of 2030. Estimated price impact ≥5% due to the substantial contract value scheduled.