Interview with Kwon-Sik Woo, Senior VP, Director of Marketing & Sales, Naval & Special Ship Business Unit, HD HHI

In this episode of Vanguard Radio, host J. Richard Jones sits down with Kwon-Sik Woo, Senior Vice President and Director of Marketing & Sales for the Naval & Special Ship Business Unit at Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI). With over 28 years of experience in the global shipbuilding industry, Mr. Woo offers valuable insights into HHI’s leading role in naval shipbuilding and defence contracting for the Republic of Korea Navy.

Mr. Woo’s career journey began in HHI’s Shipsales Department, moved to heading international offices in London and Singapore, and eventually to his current executive role. He discusses the evolution of HHI’s Naval & Special Ship Business Unit, a world-renowned naval shipyard and licensed defence industrial shipbuilder. As HHI celebrates over 50 years of innovation and excellence in heavy industries, Mr. Woo sheds light on how the company continues to lead in engineering advancements, diversifying into offshore and machinery sectors, while remaining at the forefront of naval technology.

Join us for an engaging discussion on the future of naval defence, international collaboration, and the strategic direction of one of the most influential companies in the global shipbuilding landscape.

In this episode:

  • HD HHI’s strategy for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project
  • HHI’s strengths compared to its competitors
  • HHI’s Submarine Strengths
  • HHI’s strategy for ITBs
  • Examples of HHI’s Transfer for Technologies
  • And more!