DALIAN, China -- Chinese shipbuilders are rapidly expanding capacity to capture a surge in orders for more environmentally friendly vessels, though their growing lead in the industry has raised alarm in the U.S.
From state giant to newcomer, players tap growing demand for cleaner-fuel vessels

Hengli Group, known primarily as a chemical maker, has quickly ramped up shipbuilding operations. (Photo by Kohei Fujimura)
DALIAN, China -- Chinese shipbuilders are rapidly expanding capacity to capture a surge in orders for more environmentally friendly vessels, though their growing lead in the industry has raised alarm in the U.S.