Our partners and location reinforce our capabilities to build superior vessels
We are a key contributor to Finland’s strategic shipbuilding capacity. As a fully Finnish-owned shipbuilding company, we combine centuries of maritime tradition with cutting-edge technology at our Rauma Seaside industrial park facilities. Our deep co-operation with the city of Rauma ensures substantial capacity and investment capability to meet the most challenging maritime construction demands.
Comprehensive In-House Capabilities
We have a complete in-house manufacturing process that manages all stages of shipbuilding, from steel cutting to final commissioning. Our integrated production process ensures quality, efficiency, and precision throughout the entire shipbuilding process.
Our Construction Process Flow
1. Steel Storage
- 1,400 m² storage area accessible by railway, road, and sea logistics
- Capability to handle plates up to 3.5 x 12.5 m
- On-site crane availability for efficient material handling
2. Steel Pre-treatment
- Complete washing, blasting, and pre-painting facilities
- Enables use of standard steel materials
- Ensures proper corrosion protection from the earliest stages
3. Part Production
- Two individual production lines operating in parallel
- Fully automatic profile cutting line (60-340mm)
- Automated T-beam line with induction straightening
- Heavy-duty plate roller and bending machines with up to 1000t power
- 3 plasma cutting machines (4-90mm) with bevelling function
4. Block Production
- 25 individual cell slots with 100t cranes
- Combined lifting capacity up to 300t
- Modular approach for efficient assembly
5. Painting Halls
- 3 individual painting slots in climate-controlled heated halls
- Three painting halls covering 2,500 m² (26,910 ft²)
- Maximum block size 30 x 29 x 12 m (98 x 95 x 39 ft)
- Temperature-controlled environment up to 30°C
6. Section / Block Outfitting
- 4 multi-wheeler platforms capable of carrying up to 420t
- RMC building method ensuring efficient upside outfitting works
- Strategic pre-outfitting reduces overall construction time
7. Hull Erection Facilities
• Multiple hull erection locations with impressive dimensions:
- Hull erection facility 7a+b: L 186m W 44m H 32m
– Doors 30x20m, Main door 40 x 25m
– Simultaneous construction of two hulls
– Crane capacity 260t + 200t - Hull erection facility 7c+d: L 260m W 85m
– Simultaneous construction of two hulls
– Crane capacity 3 x 150t
– Additional mobile cranes available
• Total hull building area: 4,420 m² (47,576 ft²)
• Lifting capacity: 270t
• Two indoor facilities allowing year-round construction regardless of weather conditions
• Steel Production Facilities:
- 23,600 m² (254,028 ft²) of production space
- Various plasma and gas-cutting equipment
- Panel/profile cutting, heavy bending, and pressing capabilities
- Semi-automated t-beam welding and profile welding
- Heavy-duty multi-wheeler transport system
• Multi-purpose Hall:
- 7,430 m² (79,976 ft²) building area
- 460t lifting capacity
- Flexible space for various construction needs
- Dry-dock dimensions: 260 x 85 x 16 m (853 x 278 x 52 ft)
- Dry-dock lifting capacity: 300/480t
- Heavy-duty launch ramp: 30m (128 ft) wide with 5,000t load capacity
- Semi-submersible barge operation
- Barge capacity: 11,000t
8. Final Outfitting & Commissioning
• Multiple Outfitting Quays:
- Quay (a): 240m length with all necessary energy connections and load banks for commissioning generators
- Quay (b): 220m length
- Capability (c): Segregated individual security zones for sensitive projects
• Total Outfitting Quay:
- Length: 220-240m (721-787 ft)
Strategic Advantages of RMC’s Shipbuilding Approach
Our facility design and process flow offer significant advantages:
- Efficiency Through Integration: Complete in-house fabrication process from steel cutting to final commissioning reduces dependencies and streamlines production.
- Parallel Construction Capability: Multiple hull erection facilities and painting halls enable simultaneous work on several vessels, optimizing schedules and resource allocation.
- Weather-Independent Operations: Indoor facilities for hull assembly and critical processes ensure year-round productivity regardless of Finland’s challenging weather conditions.
- Logistical Flexibility: Accessible by railway, road, and sea, with comprehensive internal transport systems including heavy-duty multi-wheelers capable of moving massive components.
- Partnership Network: Close collaboration with partners in ship design, key components suitable for harsh environments, and flexible resource access enhances our capabilities beyond our physical facilities.
Commitment to Excellence
At Rauma Marine Constructions, we combine state-of-the-art facilities with generations of Finnish shipbuilding expertise. Our comprehensive capabilities enable us to deliver vessels of exceptional quality, designed to perform in the most demanding conditions. From naval vessels to passenger ferries and specialized ice-class ships, RMC stands ready to meet Finland’s strategic maritime needs and serve global customers with distinction.