HD Hyundai and SIMA Unveil HDS-MGP Submarine Vision for Peruvian Navy
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and Peru's SIMA Shipyard have presented the HDS-MGP (Hyundai Design Submarine – Marina de Guerra del Perú) next-generation submarine design, aiming to establish a regional submarine construction and MRO hub in Latin America. The presentation was held on July 14, 2026, at the Peruvian Navy Headquarters, showcasing progress since their strategic partnership began in 2024. The HDS-MGP is a 65-meter, 1500-ton displacement submarine tailored to Latin American maritime conditions, incorporating Peruvian Navy operational experience. The program has completed its basic design phase and is moving toward a joint construction contract. HD Hyundai aims to enable SIMA to independently construct and maintain the submarines, creating a self-sustaining industrial ecosystem. The partnership also includes a 2024 contract for local construction of four naval vessels worth 640.6 billion KRW, the largest defense export deal in Latin America's history. The BALOG amphibious vessel is scheduled for launch this year.
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