Strategic Acquisition Context Horizon Shipbuilding, now under Metal Shark ownership since 2018, has a history of export activity and recent strategic integration that can be used to approach Metal Shark and Horizon’s past clients with bundled service or upgrade offers, particularly for offshore, cruise, and government contracting opportunities.

Diversified Market Access Target offshore oil, cruise, diving, tug and barge operators, and government customers as primary channels for cross-sell of repair, maintenance, and mid-life upgrade services, leveraging Horizon’s design and repair capabilities for ships up to 300 feet and 1500 tons.

Regional Footprint Located near Mobile, Alabama with proximity to the Gulf Coast logistics network, pursue regional maintenance contracts and opportunistic bids from nearby ports and shipyards, while highlighting cost-efficient, scalable production for mid-sized vessels.

Technological & Operational Edge Emphasize existing capabilities in ship design, construction, and repair with a lean, modern tech stack; propose upgrades or retrofits that leverage current platforms to improve efficiency, reliability, and compliance for offshore and specialized craft.

Awarded Experience Leverage Horizon’s recognized track record in innovative manufacturing and export success to build credibility in bids and proposals, positioning as a trusted partner for government and international customers seeking proven execution excellence.