Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz recently visited the Meyer Werft shipyard, assuring workers that the government is working on a deal to secure the future of the historic company. Meyer Werft, with its 229-year-old legacy, is known as one of the world’s largest cruise ship builders.
Scholz emphasized the importance of securing the shipyard’s continued existence, referring to it as an “industrial crown jewel” for Germany. He praised the complexity of skills required to build the company’s ships, which he likened to “small cities.”
While details of the plan were not disclosed, Scholz mentioned that it would require approvals from the German parliament and the European Commission. The government’s commitment to preserving Meyer Werft reflects their recognition of the company’s significance to both the German economy and the global maritime industry.
Stay tuned for updates on this crucial development in the world of shipbuilding.