Ships

CPC v2.1 Code: 493

About ships

cpc code 493 covers the ships industry, which plays a vital role in global trade and transportation. Ships are the primary mode of transporting goods and materials across oceans and waterways, connecting markets and facilitating the movement of raw materials, finished products, and essential commodities around the world. This industry is a critical component of the broader 484 Transportation and Warehousing sector, contributing significantly to the overall economy.

Production process

The production of ships involves a complex and highly specialized process. Shipbuilding typically begins with the design and engineering of the vessel, taking into account factors such as size, capacity, and intended use. The construction process involves the fabrication of the hull, the installation of the propulsion system, and the integration of various onboard systems and equipment. Advanced manufacturing techniques, including computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), are often employed to ensure precision and efficiency in the construction process.

Production inputs

The ships industry requires a wide range of inputs, including raw materials such as steel, aluminum, and specialized alloys, as well as various mechanical and electrical components, such as engines, navigational equipment, and communication systems. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, including naval architects, engineers, and specialized tradespeople, to design, construct, and maintain these complex vessels.

Production outputs

The primary output of the ships industry is, of course, the vessels themselves, which can range from small recreational boats to massive cargo ships and tankers. These ships are then utilized by various other industries, such as 484 Transportation and Warehousing, 311 Manufacturing, and 211 Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction, to transport goods, materials, and resources around the world.

Family tree for ships

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49'>49: Transport equipment</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/493'>493: Ships</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/491'>491: Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/492'>492: Bodies (coachwork) for motor vehicles; trailers and semi-trailers; parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/494'>494: Pleasure and sporting boats</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/495'>495: Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/496'>496: Aircraft and spacecraft, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/499'>499: Other transport equipment and parts thereof</a>"]

    C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4931'>4931: Commercial ships and warships</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4932'>4932: Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4939'>4939: Other floating structures</a>"]


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class C level3
class D level3
class E level3
class F level3
class G level3
class H level3
class I level3
class J level4
class K level4
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