Hanwha Defense USA says Philadelphia shipyard workforce has doubled to nearly 2,500, aims to restore U.S. Navy shipbuilding at historic yard

Hanwha Defense USA said employment at its Philadelphia shipyard has doubled to nearly 2,500 as the company expands capacity at the historic facility. The workforce increase supports a broader ambition to contribute more substantially to US Navy construction, repair, and fleet-readiness needs. Building durable capacity will require not only hiring but also training, modernized infrastructure, supplier development, and a predictable order book. The announcement signals industrial investment rather than a guarantee of specific Navy contracts, and future output will depend on program awards, design maturity, productivity, and integration with the wider maritime supply chain.