Metal Shark expands into Peru

JEANERETTE, La. - USA-based shipbuilder Metal Shark announced its expansion into Peru with a new 45-foot Defiant-class patrol boat already in production, and a multi-year co-production agreement established with the state-operated Peruvian shipyard Servicios Industriales de la Marina (SIMA-PERU SA). The first round of Peruvian Navy interdiction vessels are now being built by Metal Shark in Jeanerette, La. Under a co-production agreement with SIMA, Metal Shark plans to deliver multiple similar vessels to Peruvian interests through training and the transfer of designs, technological resources, and production. “This strategic move will further bolster Metal Shark’s presence in Latin America while allowing Peruvian military and commercial operators expedited access to Metal Shark’s engineering and technological resources, as well as our extensive portfolio of proven vessel designs,” said Metal Shark CEO Chris Allard. Metal Shark is a diversified shipbuilder specializing in the design and construction of welded aluminum and steel vessels from 16-feet to over 300-feet for defense, law enforcement, and commercial operators. Metal Shark has three fully self-contained shipbuilding facilities in Alabama and Louisiana plus a dedicated engineering facility in Croatia. Metal Shark’s 500+ employees produce over 200 vessels annually. (Source: Metal Shark 09/06/19) https://www.metalsharkboats.com/september-6th-2019-metal-shark-expands-into-peru-with-multi-vessel-patrol-boat-order-and-co-production-agreement/