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RAUMA MARINE CONSTRUCTIONS AND SEASIDE INDUSTRY PARK SHOW THE WAY INTO THE FUTURE FOR THE OLD SHIPYARD TOWN

RAUMA REDEMPTION

RAUMA MARINE CONSTRUCTIONS AND SEASIDE INDUSTRY PARK SHOW THE WAY INTO THE FUTURE FOR THE OLD SHIPYARD TOWN

by : SAMI J . ANTEROINEN photos : RAUMA MARINE CONSTRUCTIONS OY ( RMC )

Rauma has a centuries-spanning tradition of building ships . Located on the west coast of Finland , Rauma shipyard and maritime cluster have become known for their extensive experience in building and servicing car & passenger ferries and specialised vessels such as icebreakers and naval vessels . The newest “ incarnation ” of the Rauma spirit is Rauma Marine Constructions ( RMC ), formed in 2014 .

Rooted on the positive outlook for small and medium sized vessels , RMC aims to continue the strong shipbuilding legacy in Rauma with a new project-oriented and partner network approach . The idea is that for every commission RMC creates a
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