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Samsung Heavy banks on 'crewless' ships to capsize Chinese rivals

South Korean builder looks to navigate headwinds as industry consolidates

Samsung Heavy Industries' automated ship allows for remote operation and monitoring, as shown here in an October test. (Photo courtesy of Samsung Heavy)
KOTARO HOSOKAWA and ANNU NISHIOKA, Nikkei staff writers | South Korea

SEOUL/TOKYO -- Samsung Heavy Industries is racing to bring crewless, autonomous ships to market next year in a bid to end years of losses suffered in a relentless price war with Chinese rivals.

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