J-Ocean Industries is taking significant steps to transform the Gunsan Shipyard into a safe and efficient next-generation smart shipyard in partnership with Ucast.
On July 21, J-Ocean Industries announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ucast to establish a smart shipyard at Gunsan and to introduce physical artificial intelligence (AI) solutions based on a 5G specialized network. The signing ceremony was attended by J-Ocean Industries CEO Ha Hwa-jeong and Ucast CEO Kim Jae-hyung, along with representatives from both companies.
The agreement aims to integrate J-Ocean Industries' shipbuilding and marine infrastructure with Ucast's 5G specialized network, AX (AI transformation) and IoT (Internet of Things) solutions, and robotics technology to elevate the Gunsan Shipyard to the next level.
As part of the initiative, J-Ocean Industries will provide infrastructure, including a demonstration site and on-site equipment, to support the creation of an effective testing environment using real-time process data and shipyard-specific scenarios.
Ucast will develop the master plan for the project, which includes designing and optimizing the 5G wireless communication infrastructure, creating a 3D digital twin platform for real-time monitoring of the shipyard, and establishing a highly reliable IoT sensor network.
Both companies are also committed to enhancing worker safety by preventing serious accidents. They plan to integrate industrial and collaborative robots, as well as autonomous solutions tailored to the shipyard environment, with physical AI solutions to drive innovation in autonomous manufacturing within the shipbuilding industry.
Additionally, the two companies agreed to jointly propose and participate in government-supported projects related to the AX industrial complex demonstration and the expansion of the 5G specialized network. If the project transitions to a government initiative, Ucast will be granted priority rights to form a consortium as the lead organization.
A representative from J-Ocean Industries stated, "This agreement marks a symbolic step in integrating cutting-edge 5G and physical AI technologies into the Gunsan Shipyard. We aim to accelerate the digital transformation of processes by leveraging Ucast's exceptional technology, setting a standard for a safe and smart next-generation shipyard that will lead the shipbuilding industry."
Meanwhile, J-Ocean Industries is a corporation established by Ecoprime Marine Pacific, the largest shareholder of HJ Industries, to acquire the Gunsan Shipyard. Last month, J-Ocean Industries and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries signed a contract to transfer ownership of the Gunsan Shipyard for 780 billion won.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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