Philippines' largest shipyard to close in blow to Hanjin rescue

Duterte under pressure to save jobs as massive layoff looms in Subic Bay

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Hanjin Heavy Industries' Subic shipyard in the Philippines faces imminent closure unless a buyer can be found. (Photo courtesy of HHIC Philippines)

CLIFF VENZON, Nikkei staff writer

MANILA -- The Philippines' largest shipyard is set to close with the loss of some 3,500 jobs as financial troubles deepen around its South Korean owner, Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction.

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