Chile Signs New Policy For Strengthening Local Shipyards To Build Naval Vessels

Chile has introduced a new policy to build more of its naval ships domestically. President Gabriel Boric signed the policy last week during a visit to the Asmar shipyard in Talcahuano, a city on the coast.

The new policy is part of a plan to strengthen Chile’s navy. It will focus on using local shipyards to build naval ships rather than relying on shipyards from other countries.

President Boric first called for a new shipbuilding plan in June 2023. The goal is to strengthen Chile’s defense industry and reduce the need to depend on foreign shipbuilders for important naval platforms.

Asmar, a state-owned shipyard with over 60 years of experience, will play a crucial role in this plan. The shipyard is planning to build the first frigate (a type of warship) for the Chilean Navy by 2032.

Asmar’s Director, Rear…

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