Irving Shipbuilding

"The shipyard environment was different than anywhere I had worked before; I could see that this was an opportunity that was going to be filled with exciting challenges, incredible learning and growth." After a career in public practice, it was the buzz around the National Shipbuilding Strategy that sparked Kate's interest in shipbuilding. Now, as Director, Accounting & Reporting for our Finance department, Kate shares her experience in shipbuilding and what being part of the NSS means. Read Kate’s story here: https://bit.ly/4bwYyyk

The centre mega block of the future CCGS Donjek is coming together and gaining colour in our Module Hall at Halifax Shipyard. Proudly built for the Canadian Coast Guard/Garde côtière canadienne, these AOPS variants will be tasked with a wide range of missions. Both ships will operate as the Canadian Coast Guard’s primary platform with increased capabilities to support fisheries enforcement on Canada’s east coast, support search and rescue and icebreaking operations, while strengthening Canada’s presence in the Arctic.

Are you an experienced Rigger looking for your next step? We're hiring Riggers to join our Rigging team. Join our team of 2,400 shipbuilders building ships for Canada. Apply today: https://bit.ly/41NKjRj

“Working with the Research and Development team on a variety of advanced robotics and steel preparation projects has opened my eyes to the capabilities of what these technologies can provide to the high quality & capable ships we’re building for Canada.” Meet Zachary Norris, Junior Engineer, and proud shipbuilder. Zachary began his shipbuilding career in 2021 as a co-op student before joining full time in 2022 as a Junior Field Service Engineer. Now a Junior Project Engineer, Zachary is helping bring innovation and increased capability to Canada’s future fleet.

International Women’s Day is a day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements of women in every aspect, everywhere, while also striving for gender equality. We are highlighting a few of the hard-working women across our business to learn about what advice they would give other women looking to enter the shipbuilding industry. Angelica – a Red Seal metal fabricator didn’t initially consider a career in trades. After going through a career exploration initiative, she discovered her passion for metal fabrication. Read Angelica’s story here: https://bit.ly/4bwYyyk

On March 8, we celebrate International Women’s Day, where we strive to accelerate action to achieve gender equality. We spoke to influential women across our business to talk about their career journeys, and advice they would give other women looking to enter the industry. Throughout her 15-year journey with Irving Shipbuilding, Chevone has held many roles working on the AOPS and RCD programs. Now, as Design Director, Engineering, Chevone is sharing how embracing challenges has contributed to her growth. Read Chevone’s story here: https://bit.ly/4bwYyyk

Did you know that our graving dock has been in operation since 1889? 136 years later, we continue to invest in the maintenance and modernization of the graving dock to ensure a constant state of readiness to support work for the Royal Canadian Navy | Marine royale canadienne. Learn more: https://bit.ly/41E4K4w

Mississauga-based Trident Maritime Systems Canada is the latest company to join Irving Shipbuilding Inc.’s supply chain, supporting the construction of the new River-class destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy. Trident has been awarded contracts valued at approximately $8 million to design two marine filtration systems for the RCD. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hW1Ttf

Today we welcomed students from the Women Unlimited program at the NSCC - Institute of Technology Campus for a tour of Halifax Shipyard. These students were accompanied by Women Unlimited alumnae and learned more about the diverse opportunities within the shipbuilding industry firsthand. Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC

“It’s amazing to see Canadians become shipbuilders. I am absolutely confident we’re building the right ship for Canada in the right shipyard.” Hear Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy | Marine royale canadienne, Mario Pelletier, Commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard/Garde côtière canadienne, suppliers, and ISI team members reflect on the impact and benefits of the National Shipbuilding Strategy, and how we’re delivering the objectives of the NSS 15 years since its inception.