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	[[~~file~~:~~Monaco_Marine_Antibes~~.jpg\|thumb~~\|Monaco Marine Antibes~~]] [[~~file~~:~~Constanta_shipyard~~.JPG\|thumb~~\|Constanta shipyard\|left~~]] [[~~file~~:~~Viking_XPRS_Turku_Repair_Yard_Jan_2014.jpg\|thumb\|~~Viking XPRS Turku Repair Yard Jan 2014]] [[~~file~~:~~Dubai_Maritime_City_on_8_May_2008_Pict_3.jpg\|thumb\|~~Dubai Maritime City on 8 May 2008 Pict 3~~\|left]] [[file:FMV_air~~.jpg\|thumb~~\|FMV air~~]] ~~[[file:Norfolk_Ship_Yard.jpg\|thumb\|Norfolk Ship Yard]] {{Short description\|A place where ships are built and repaired}}~~		[[File:Monaco Marine Antibes.jpg\|thumb]] [[File:Constanta shipyard.JPG\|thumb]] [[File:Viking XPRS Turku Repair Yard Jan 2014.jpg\|thumb]] [[File:Dubai Maritime City on 8 May 2008 Pict 3.jpg\|thumb]] Shipyard
	~~{{Infobox facility~~
	~~\| name =~~ Shipyard
	~~\| image =~~
	~~\| image_size =~~
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	~~\| caption =~~
	~~\| location =~~
	~~\| coordinates =~~
	~~\| industry = [[Shipbuilding]]~~
	~~\| products = [[Ships]], [[Boats]]~~
	~~\| owner =~~
	~~\| website =~~
	}}

	A '''shipyard''' ~~(also called a '''dockyard''')~~ is a place where [[ships~~]] and [[boats]]~~ are constructed and repaired. These facilities are essential to the [[maritime industry]] and ~~play a crucial role in the [[global economy]] by enabling the construction~~ and ~~maintenance~~ of ~~various types of vessels~~, ~~including [[cargo~~ ships~~]], [[passenger ships]], [[naval~~ ships~~]], and [[fishing boats]]~~.		A '''shipyard''' is a place where ships are constructed and repaired. These facilities are essential to the maritime industry, providing the infrastructure and expertise necessary to build and maintain vessels of all sizes, from small boats to large ocean-going ships. Shipyards are strategically located near bodies of water to facilitate the launching and docking of ships.

	==History==		==History==
	Shipyards have been in existence ~~since ancient times. The~~ earliest known shipyards ~~date~~ back to ~~the [[Bronze Age]], where ships were built for trade and warfare. Notable~~ ancient ~~shipyards include those of~~ the ~~[[Phoenicians]]~~, [[Greeks]], and [[Romans]]. ~~During the [[Middle Ages]]~~, ~~shipbuilding technology advanced significantly, leading to the construction of larger~~ and ~~more complex vessels~~.		Shipyards have been in existence for thousands of years, with some of the earliest known shipyards dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. These early shipyards were often simple structures located along riverbanks or coastlines, where ships were built using basic tools and materials.

	~~==Types~~ of ~~Shipyards==~~		During the Middle Ages, shipbuilding became more advanced, with the development of new techniques and the establishment of larger shipyards. The Age of Exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries saw a significant increase in shipbuilding activity, as European nations sought to expand their empires and trade routes.
	~~Shipyards can be classified into several types based on~~ their ~~primary functions:~~

	* '''Commercial Shipyards''': These shipyards focus on building and repairing commercial vessels such as [[container ships]], [[tankers]], and ~~[[bulk carriers]].~~		The Industrial Revolution brought about significant changes in shipbuilding, with the introduction of steam power and iron and steel hulls. This period saw the rise of large shipyards capable of producing massive vessels, such as battleships and ocean liners.
	* '''Naval Shipyards''': These facilities are dedicated to constructing and ~~maintaining [[naval vessels]] for a country's [[navy]]~~.
	* '''Specialized Shipyards''': These shipyards ~~build specific types~~ of vessels, such as ~~[[luxury yachts]], [[fishing boats]], or [[research vessels]]~~.

	==~~Components of a Shipyard~~==		==Modern Shipyards==
	~~A typical shipyard consists~~ of ~~several key components~~:		Today, shipyards are highly sophisticated facilities equipped with advanced technology and machinery. They are capable of constructing a wide range of vessels, including:

	* '''Dry ~~Docks~~''': Enclosed basins where ships are built or repaired. The water can be drained to allow work on the ship's hull.		* [[Cargo ship\|Cargo ships]]
	* '''Slipways''': ~~Ramps on which~~ ships ~~are built and then launched~~ into the water.		* [[Tanker (ship)\|Tankers]]
	* '''~~Workshops~~''': Facilities where ~~various parts of the~~ ship~~, such as engines and electrical systems,~~ are manufactured and assembled.		* [[Passenger ship\|Passenger ships]]
	* '''~~Cranes~~''': ~~Used for lifting heavy components~~ and ~~materials during~~ the ~~construction and repair process.~~		* [[Naval ship\|Naval vessels]]
	* '''Storage Areas''': Spaces for storing raw materials, components, and finished products.		* [[Offshore platform\|Offshore platforms]]

			Modern shipyards are often divided into several specialized areas, including:

			* '''Dry docks''': Enclosed basins where ships are built or repaired. The water can be drained to allow work on the ship's hull.
			* '''Slipways''': Inclined planes used to launch ships into the water.
			* '''Fabrication shops''': Facilities where ship components are manufactured and assembled.
			* '''Outfitting docks''': Areas where ships are equipped with necessary fittings and systems after the hull is completed.

	==Shipbuilding Process==		==Shipbuilding Process==
	The shipbuilding process involves several stages:		The shipbuilding process involves several stages, including:

	* '''Design''': The initial phase where the ship~~'s specifications and blueprints are created~~.		1. '''Design''': The initial phase where naval architects and engineers create detailed plans and specifications for the ship.
	* '''~~Fabrication~~''': ~~The construction of~~ the ~~ship's components~~, such as ~~the hull~~, ~~superstructure~~, and ~~internal~~ systems.		2. '''Material procurement''': Acquiring the necessary materials, such as steel plates, engines, and electronic systems.
	* '''~~Assembly~~''': ~~The components are assembled~~ to form the ~~complete vessel~~.		3. '''Fabrication''': Cutting and shaping materials to form the ship's components.
	* '''~~Launching~~''': ~~The ship is launched into~~ the ~~water for~~ the ~~first time~~.		4. '''Assembly''': Joining the components to form the ship's hull and superstructure.
	* '''Outfitting''': ~~The final phase where~~ the ship ~~is equipped with necessary systems~~ and ~~undergoes testing before delivery~~.		5. '''Outfitting''': Installing systems and equipment, such as engines, electrical systems, and navigation equipment.
			6. '''Testing and trials''': Conducting sea trials to ensure the ship meets all performance and safety standards.

	==~~Notable Shipyards~~==		==Environmental Considerations==
	~~Some~~ of ~~the world's most famous shipyards include:~~		Shipyards must adhere to strict environmental regulations to minimize their impact on the surrounding ecosystem. This includes managing waste, controlling emissions, and preventing pollution of nearby water bodies.

	* [[Harland and Wolff]] in [[Belfast]], known for building the [[RMS Titanic]].		==Also see==
	* [[Mitsubishi Heavy Industries]] in [[Japan]], a major player in the global shipbuilding industry.
	* [[Newport News Shipbuilding]] in the [[United States]], known for constructing [[aircraft carriers]] and [[submarines]].

	==~~Related Pages~~==
	* [[Shipbuilding]]		* [[Shipbuilding]]
	* [[Naval architecture]]		* [[Naval architecture]]
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	* [[Slipway]]		* [[Slipway]]
	* [[Harland and Wolff]]
	* [[Mitsubishi Heavy Industries]]		{{Shipbuilding}}
	* [[Newport News Shipbuilding]]		{{Maritime industry}}

	[[Category:Shipyards]]		[[Category:Shipyards]]
	[[Category:Shipbuilding]]		[[Category:Shipbuilding]]
	[[Category:Maritime industry]]		[[Category:Maritime industry]]
	~~[[Category:Industrial buildings and structures]]~~

	~~{{Technology-stub}}~~

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[[file:Monaco_Marine_Antibes.jpg|thumb|Monaco Marine Antibes]] [[file:Constanta_shipyard.JPG|thumb|Constanta shipyard|left]] [[file:Viking_XPRS_Turku_Repair_Yard_Jan_2014.jpg|thumb|Viking XPRS Turku Repair Yard Jan 2014]] [[file:Dubai_Maritime_City_on_8_May_2008_Pict_3.jpg|thumb|Dubai Maritime City on 8 May 2008 Pict 3|left]] [[file:FMV_air.jpg|thumb|FMV air]] [[file:Norfolk_Ship_Yard.jpg|thumb|Norfolk Ship Yard]] {{Short description|A place where ships are built and repaired}}
{{Infobox facility
| name = Shipyard
| image =
| image_size =
| image_alt =
| caption =
| location =
| coordinates =
| industry = [[Shipbuilding]]
| products = [[Ships]], [[Boats]]
| owner =
| website =
}}

A '''shipyard''' (also called a '''dockyard''') is a place where [[ships]] and [[boats]] are constructed and repaired. These facilities are essential to the [[maritime industry]] and play a crucial role in the [[global economy]] by enabling the construction and maintenance of various types of vessels, including [[cargo ships]], [[passenger ships]], [[naval ships]], and [[fishing boats]].

==History==
Shipyards have been in existence since ancient times. The earliest known shipyards date back to the [[Bronze Age]], where ships were built for trade and warfare. Notable ancient shipyards include those of the [[Phoenicians]], [[Greeks]], and [[Romans]]. During the [[Middle Ages]], shipbuilding technology advanced significantly, leading to the construction of larger and more complex vessels.

==Types of Shipyards==
Shipyards can be classified into several types based on their primary functions:

* '''Commercial Shipyards''': These shipyards focus on building and repairing commercial vessels such as [[container ships]], [[tankers]], and [[bulk carriers]].
* '''Naval Shipyards''': These facilities are dedicated to constructing and maintaining [[naval vessels]] for a country's [[navy]].
* '''Specialized Shipyards''': These shipyards build specific types of vessels, such as [[luxury yachts]], [[fishing boats]], or [[research vessels]].

==Components of a Shipyard==
A typical shipyard consists of several key components:

* '''Dry Docks''': Enclosed basins where ships are built or repaired. The water can be drained to allow work on the ship's hull.
* '''Slipways''': Ramps on which ships are built and then launched into the water.
* '''Workshops''': Facilities where various parts of the ship, such as engines and electrical systems, are manufactured and assembled.
* '''Cranes''': Used for lifting heavy components and materials during the construction and repair process.
* '''Storage Areas''': Spaces for storing raw materials, components, and finished products.

==Shipbuilding Process==
The shipbuilding process involves several stages:

* '''Design''': The initial phase where the ship's specifications and blueprints are created.
* '''Fabrication''': The construction of the ship's components, such as the hull, superstructure, and internal systems.
* '''Assembly''': The components are assembled to form the complete vessel.
* '''Launching''': The ship is launched into the water for the first time.
* '''Outfitting''': The final phase where the ship is equipped with necessary systems and undergoes testing before delivery.

==Notable Shipyards==
Some of the world's most famous shipyards include:

* [[Harland and Wolff]] in [[Belfast]], known for building the [[RMS Titanic]].
* [[Mitsubishi Heavy Industries]] in [[Japan]], a major player in the global shipbuilding industry.
* [[Newport News Shipbuilding]] in the [[United States]], known for constructing [[aircraft carriers]] and [[submarines]].

==Related Pages==
* [[Shipbuilding]]
* [[Naval architecture]]
* [[Maritime industry]]
* [[Dry dock]]
* [[Slipway]]
* [[Harland and Wolff]]
* [[Mitsubishi Heavy Industries]]
* [[Newport News Shipbuilding]]

[[Category:Shipyards]]
[[Category:Shipbuilding]]
[[Category:Maritime industry]]
[[Category:Industrial buildings and structures]]

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