It is reported that the US and Japan have initiated discussions to jointly develop AI technologies for shipbuilding robots, aiming to enhance efficiency and address labor shortages in the shipbuilding industry. This collaboration reflects a broader trend of international partnerships leveraging AI and robotics to modernize industrial processes. For instance, in May 2025, HD Hyundai Robotics and Persona AI signed an agreement to develop humanoid welding robots for shipbuilding automation, with prototype humanoids expected by the end of 2026 and full commercial deployment in 2027. Additionally, in 2018, TSUNEISHI SHIPBUILDING Co., Ltd. and Carnegie Mellon University presented results from their joint research on integrating IoT and robotics into shipbuilding, focusing on areas such as automatic hull cleaning systems and welding robots for double bottom blocks. These initiatives underscore a global movement towards integrating advanced technologies into shipbuilding to improve productivity and safety.
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