HLB ENG is one of the companies representing the history of manufacturing in South Korea, providing safe and excellent products in various fields such as shipbuilding and materials for 48 years.
Currently, we are leaping as a company specializing in safe, eco-friendly autonomous navigation vessels. We look forward to the future based on customer-centered value creation, responsible management and fair competition, challenge creation and cooperation, and are taking on the role of leading the market with unparalleled technological power.
HLB ENG is leading the future of safe ships, including the construction of special purpose ships, hydrogen fuel cell ships, unmanned surface ships, and electric propulsion ships, and is playing a leading role in the material field by producing composite material systems through glass fiber pipes and supplying GRE PIPE to domestic large shipyards for 10 years.
HLB ENG has achieved continuous growth in the shipbuilding and materials industry through constant efforts and passion and will leap to a globally competitive company in domestic and foreign markets through continuous research, development and innovation.
Since its establishment in 1975, our company has become one of the representatives of the history of small and medium-sized vessels in South Korea. We have achieved continuous growth based on our relentless challenge and passion for building safe ships, and over the past 48 years, we have built more than 8,000 vessels and lifeboats. Moreover, we have developed GRP PIPE for ship ballast using composite material technology and have been supplying high-quality products to shipyards.
Based on the experience and know-how we have accumulated so far, we are taking a leap forward as a specialized company for safe and eco-friendly autonomous vessels, as well as a specialized company for ship pipes and composite materials.
These achievements are the result of our efforts to unfold management philosophy of customer-centered value creation, responsible management, and fair competition, based on our core values of challenge, creation, and cooperation.
Furthermore, we are fulfilling our social responsibilities for the safety and happiness of mankind and conducting various activities for sustainable development. Through these efforts, we will do our best to create a better world.
In the future, we will maintain and develop our excellent technology in the field of ships and composite materials based on the mindset of challenge and innovation. Our vision is to create safer ships and more efficient composite material products in collaboration with all those who are with us.
April 1, 2023
Ken Do, CEO
This research involves developing a ship powered by hydrogen, an eco-friendly energy source. The primary goal is to design and construct a twin-hulled passenger ship with multiple verified safety factors, aiming to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic ship and marine leisure industry. This project aims to lead domestic technological prowess and build a technical brand recognized in both domestic and foreign markets by establishing a standard model.
In the changing era of carbon neutrality, this research involves developing a small ship powered by hydrogen, an eco-friendly energy source, and establishing verifiable related standards through demonstration. The main goal is to design and construct a small ship equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell, with the aim of establishing domestic safety regulations and standards through demonstration. This project aims to lead domestic technological capabilities and establish related regulations and standards through demonstration.
This research involves developing polar escape equipment (lifeboats and launching devices) for ships sailing in extremely low-temperature regions. The main goal is to construct boats that perform human rescue missions, considering extreme situations with ambient temperatures below -45℃. Through this project, we aim to lead domestic technological prowess, develop world-class ultra-low temperature lifeboats, and build a Korean technical brand recognized in the international market.
This research involves developing a manual start-up device for lifeboat engines that provides convenience and superior performance. The main goal is to design and manufacture devices to improve the starting performance and cold start performance of lifeboat engines, aiming to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic ship and marine industry and contribute to the safety and convenience of seafarers. This project reduces reliance on overseas imports and secures competitiveness through domestic production.
This is a study on the application cases of 3D printing for improving lifeboat productivity. The main goal is to innovate the manufacturing process and improve productivity using 3D printing. This project has allowed us to initiate manufacturing process innovation, such as product weight reduction and production time savings, through the use of 3D printing.
This is a technical project that developed a 45-knot high-speed boat of the RIB type.
This research involves developing a ship powered by hydrogen, an eco-friendly energy source. The primary goal is to design and construct a twin-hulled passenger ship with multiple verified safety factors, aiming to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic ship and marine leisure industry. This project aims to lead domestic technological prowess and build a technical brand recognized in both domestic and foreign markets by establishing a standard model.
In the changing era of carbon neutrality, this research involves developing a small ship powered by hydrogen, an eco-friendly energy source, and establishing verifiable related standards through demonstration. The main goal is to design and construct a small ship equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell, with the aim of establishing domestic safety regulations and standards through demonstration. This project aims to lead domestic technological capabilities and establish related regulations and standards through demonstration.
This research involves developing polar escape equipment (lifeboats and launching devices) for ships sailing in extremely low-temperature regions. The main goal is to construct boats that perform human rescue missions, considering extreme situations with ambient temperatures below -45℃. Through this project, we aim to lead domestic technological prowess, develop world-class ultra-low temperature lifeboats, and build a Korean technical brand recognized in the international market.
This research involves developing a manual start-up device for lifeboat engines that provides convenience and superior performance. The main goal is to design and manufacture devices to improve the starting performance and cold start performance of lifeboat engines, aiming to enhance the competitiveness of the domestic ship and marine industry and contribute to the safety and convenience of seafarers. This project reduces reliance on overseas imports and secures competitiveness through domestic production.
This is a study on the application cases of 3D printing for improving lifeboat productivity. The main goal is to innovate the manufacturing process and improve productivity using 3D printing. This project has allowed us to initiate manufacturing process innovation, such as product weight reduction and production time savings, through the use of 3D printing.
This is a technical project that developed a 45-knot high-speed boat of the RIB type.
This boat was developed based on the lifeboats installed on cruise ships and manufactured to accommodate a maximum of 60 passengers. The boat is used for all basic lifeboat roles and is also installed as a training ship's lifeboat at various maritime universities in Korea, where it is used for various purposes, including temporary distress training for students in shallow waters. This boat continues to be supplied on an ongoing basis.
This research involves developing and verifying a high-speed lifeboat optimized for outboards that meets international regulations. The main goal is to conduct an optimal design and weight reduction study for an outboard high-speed lifeboat, aiming to achieve a ship speed of more than 20 knots with an engine of less than 90 horsepower. This project aims to reduce construction costs, increase the usability of the ship loading space, compete with excellent overseas lifeboats, and achieve the effects of export industrialization and import substitution.
This study aims to develop a solar charging system to prevent the discharge of the starting battery of the lifeboat engine. The main objectives are the development of a solar charging system for lifeboats and a monitoring system to check the charging status, battery state, and power consumption, etc., providing alerts to the manager or sailors if issues arise. This project aims to ensure the safety of lifeboats, enhance product quality through differentiation, and gain a competitive edge by commercializing the system.
This research involves the development of a remotely controlled Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) for coastal surveillance and reconnaissance. The project aims at the integration and optimization of onboard equipment hardware/software, and optimal hull design and manufacturing, while ensuring seamless operation of all devices. It also aims to lead in both civilian and military technologies, securing a competitive edge in the domestic market.
The research is about developing a 70-seat lifeboat and launching device applicable to the increasing number of drilling ships. The main goal is to design and manufacture a 70-seat lifeboat and launching device incorporating differentiated technology, with optimal manufacturing design and method development. This project not only succeeded in localization development but also infinitely boosted the possibility of overseas exports. It successfully applied to marine structures such as HHI's Rowan Project, DSME, and SHI's Drill Ship Project.
This research developed a 100-seat lifeboat and launching device due to the increase in large marine structures. The main goal is the optimal design of the 100-seat lifeboat and launching device and the enhancement of competitiveness in the domestic marine structure field. This project enabled us to have unique large lifeboat and launching device technology for marine structures domestically, and provided a clue for product research that can have competitive quality globally.
This research was conducted to secure competitive domestic technology for lifeboats. The research carried out the development of a new lifeboat model, performance verification through hull testing, FRP lamination method research for improving quality and saving labor, production improvement strategies, and existing mold improvement research. The project successfully proceeded with the localization of fully enclosed lifeboats that could enhance the technological competitiveness of domestic lifeboats by constructing a prototype and acquiring Class certification to compete against low-cost foreign lifeboats.
This research is about developing a large high-altitude FREEFALL Lifeboat for use on marine structures. The main goal is to design and manufacture a lifeboat and launching equipment for 60 people with a falling height of 38m. Through this project, it aims to localize and reduce dependence on imported large high-altitude FREEFALL Lifeboats and secure competitiveness in the global market.
This research was conducted to introduce RTM(Resin Transfer Molding) methods in lifeboat manufacturing. To meet the increasing demand for lifeboats, the research aimed to improve unnecessary processes, reduce labor, and ultimately set up a mass production system for lifeboats.
This research was conducted to develop a marine leisure device that can be used for multiple purposes such as leisure platforms, floating offices, and floating living spaces in response to the proliferation and increased interest in marine leisure culture. The aim was to apply high-end European-style interior design, utilize new materials, apply vacuum compression molding techniques, and design an optimal mold that minimizes deformation. The ultimate goal was to pass the KST (currently KOMSA) inspection approval.
This research was conducted to develop cruise ship lifeboat technology, which is monopolized in Europe and non-existent in Korea. The goal was to design the optimal arrangement and shape of a 150-person lifeboat to fit within a size of less than 10M. The final objectives included obtaining MED (Europe) certification for the 150-person lifeboat, a 120-person tender boat, a 50-horsepower lifeboat engine, and a 10-ton Hook Release System.
This research was conducted to develop a 35-person FREEFALL Lifeboat that satisfies the revised LSA CODE. The main goal was to manufacture a FREEFALL Lifeboat with an optimal design that satisfies the revised LSA CODE, thus securing the competitive edge of the FREEFALL Lifeboat.
This research was conducted in line with the increased demand and construction of foreign cruise ships and the foundational research on domestic cruise ships. It aimed to develop a large lifeboat that can be installed on cruise ships. The project sought to achieve the optimal size demanded by shipyards by developing a new design for a lifeboat capable of carrying more than 60 people, verifying performance through shape tests, and studying optimal arrangement. The goal was to develop the domestic technology of fully enclosed lifeboats to enhance the competitiveness of domestic lifeboat technology against low-cost foreign lifeboats.
This research was conducted in line with the increased demand and construction of foreign cruise ships and foundational research on domestic cruise ships. It aimed to develop a large lifeboat that can be installed on cruise ships. The project sought to achieve the optimal size demanded by shipyards by developing a new design for a lifeboat capable of carrying more than 60 people, verifying performance through shape tests, and studying optimal arrangement. The goal was to develop the domestic technology of fully enclosed lifeboats to enhance the competitiveness of domestic lifeboat technology against low-cost foreign lifeboats.
This research involved the new shape development and optimal arrangement study of a 32-person fully enclosed lifeboat. The main goal was to achieve the lightening of the lifeboat, construct a prototype ship, and obtain class certification and approval for the development of domestic technology. This project was able to increase the market share domestically and internationally by revitalizing the domestic lifeboat industry and securing competitiveness through cost reduction.
This project is focused on the development of a 26-foot keelboat, almost non-existent in domestic production, for match racing and various domestic competitions. The aim is to enhance competitiveness by lowering the price than imported yachts through self-design and production. We are also working on developing a lamination method using vacuum forming techniques, with the goal of applying it to the FREEFALL lifeboat and standardizing the process.
This research is dedicated to the development of a rescue boat designed to save maritime accident victims. The main goal is to improve the technology of existing rescue boats and to achieve localization. This project allows us to respond to the demand for rescue boats that will be loaded with the Free Fall Lifeboat of the Bulk ship, and by localizing it, we can enhance our competitiveness through exports both domestically and internationally, marking the successful completion of the project.
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This research was conducted to localize the design technology of the FREEFALL lifeboat, which had been dependent on foreign countries, due to the increasing demand for FREEFALL lifeboats. By developing the localization of a small-sized Free-fall lifeboat and launching device, which is smaller than the 35-seater being produced by introducing technology from abroad, a 20-25-seater small Lifeboat and Launching Davit were first developed and then the technology was accumulated for the future development of a large Free-fall Lifeboat.
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This research was conducted to localize the design technology of the FREEFALL lifeboat, which had been dependent on foreign countries, due to the increasing demand for FREEFALL lifeboats. By developing the localization of a small-sized FREEFALL lifeboat and launching device, which is smaller than the 35-seater being produced by introducing technology from abroad, a 20-25-seater small Lifeboat and Launching Davit were first developed and then the technology was accumulated for the future development of a large Free-fall Lifeboat.
This research was carried out to secure competitive domestic technology for lifeboats. The project was successful in localizing fully enclosed lifeboats capable of enhancing domestic lifeboat technology competitiveness against low-cost foreign lifeboats through the development of new lifeboat models and performance verification through model testing, research on FRP lamination methods for productivity improvement, and research on ways to improve existing molds.
This research was conducted to develop a next-generation HOOK RELEASE SYSTEM for lifeboats with higher cost competitiveness than competitors. The development was carried out through the production of a HOOK test device, conducting a tensile strength test 2.5 times in the HOOK manufacturing inspection, and analyzing load displacement, elongation, tensile strength, yield strength, etc. The goal was to produce a 4.0TON, 6.0TON HOOK and carry out certification tests by the Korean government and foreign governments. This was a successful project in applying the localization system.
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