China imposes sanctions on Hanwha Ocean in escalating maritime trade dispute

Retaliatory measures follow US Section 301 investigation, signalling potential turbulence for global shipbuilding sector

Hanwha Ocean headquarters in Seoul, South Korea.
Hanwha Ocean headquarters in Seoul, South Korea.Photo: HANWHA OCEAN
Published 14 October 2025, 05:40Updated 14 October 2025, 05:40
ChinaMinister of CommerceUSHanwha OceanSouth Korea