Spain is one of the major shipbreaking centers in Europe, and port cities such as Algeciras, Cádiz and Vigo are of strategic importance for the recycling of end-of-life ships. Facilities in these cities stand out with their environmental sustainability and contribution to the iron and steel industry with their environmentally friendly approaches and advanced technologies.
Alumisel, the first company that comes to mind when it comes to shipbreaking, stands out as one of the leading companies in the sector with its shipbreaking activities carried out at its shipyard in Ría de Vigo. The company has been working with environmentally friendly methods for more than 20 years, ensuring that the metal parts obtained from dismantling are used in iron and steel production. The facility applies the highest environmental standards to protect the marine ecosystem, while optimizing recycling processes to provide iron and steel producers with a more efficient and sustainable supply of raw materials.
DDR Vessels provides ship dismantling at EU standards
Another important company is DDR Vessels, which is registered with the European Union and is the only facility in Spain authorized to dismantle ships over 500 GT. The company dismantles both EU and non-EU flagged vessels up to 180 meters in length and 25 meters beam. With these characteristics, DDR Vessels plays an important role in making Spain's shipbreaking capacity internationally competitive.
Wide range of shipbreaking services with TIRSO Hierros y Metales
TIRSO Hierros y Metales has proven its experience in the sector by scrapping more than 100 vessels of different types and tonnages. The company's dismantling portfolio includes oil tankers, cargo ships, minesweepers, submarines and fishing trawlers. TIRSO successfully recycles both civilian and military vessels in an environmentally friendly manner thanks to this extensive experience.
Scrap metals obtained from ship dismantling are among the critical raw materials needed by the iron and steel industry. Companies make significant contributions to the sector by developing sustainable solutions that enable the processing of these metals without harming the environment. Thanks to recycling, natural resource consumption is reduced on the one hand and carbon footprint is minimized on the other.
With the contribution of companies such as Alumisel, DDR Vessels and TIRSO, Spain aims to become one of the major players not only in Europe but also in the global market in the field of shipbreaking and recycling. The environmentally friendly and innovative practices of these companies are making the iron and steel industry more sustainable and increasing the country's international competitiveness.
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