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Shin Kurushima Dockyard Company

Shin Kurushima Dockyard Company (SKDY) is a private limited shipbuilding company. The company has its headquarters located in Tokyo and is based in Onishi, Imabari-city, Ehime prefecture, Japan. It has five manufacturing facilities across Japan and four sales office.

The company was founded in 1987. Prior to that the company was known as Kurushima Dockyard. This company was founded in 1953 by Mr Hisao Tsubouchi. Under his leadership the company expanded rapidly to become a major conglomerate. Over-extension led to bankruptcy in 1986 and Shin Kurushima Dockyard was formed from the core remaining business.

Currently it manufactures various types of vessels and has a strong product mix with the ability to respond rapidly and efficiently to market demand. Currently it has particular strengths in Chemical Tankers and Pure Car Carriers.

SKDY company work with the (National/Regional/Local) Prison Service to support the re-integration of prisoners in to the community. Currently about 30 prisoners are re-introduced to the world of work through this programme. They train on-site to learn the practical skills that will help them to find employment upon their release.