Commercial ships and warships

CPC v2.1 Code: 4931

About commercial ships and warships

cpc code 4931 covers the manufacturing of commercial ships and warships, a critical industry that supports global trade, maritime defense, and the broader economy. This sector encompasses the construction, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of vessels, from cargo ships and passenger ferries to naval destroyers and submarines. The industry's importance cannot be overstated, as it enables the movement of goods and people across oceans and seas, while also providing essential security and defense capabilities for nations worldwide.

Production process

The production of commercial ships and warships involves a complex and highly specialized set of techniques. Key steps include the design and engineering of the vessel, the procurement and fabrication of raw materials such as steel and aluminum, the assembly of the hull and superstructure, the installation of propulsion systems, and the integration of various onboard systems and technologies. Advanced manufacturing processes, such as computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), are often employed to enhance efficiency and precision.

Production inputs

The production of commercial ships and warships requires a wide range of inputs, including 1311 Iron and steel, 2511 Rubber tires and tubes, 2732 Engines and turbines, and 3011 Navigational and control instruments. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as welding equipment, cranes, and testing facilities, are essential for the construction and assembly of these vessels. The industry also relies on a highly skilled workforce, including naval architects, marine engineers, and skilled tradespeople.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of cpc code 4931 are commercial ships, such as cargo vessels, passenger ships, and tankers, as well as warships, including destroyers, submarines, and aircraft carriers. These vessels are then consumed by a variety of other industries, including 5221 Water transport services, 8423 Public order and safety activities, and 8424 Defence activities.

Family tree for commercial ships and warships

    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>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4931'>4931: Commercial ships and warships</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4932'>4932: Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4939'>4939: Other floating structures</a>"]

    D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49311'>49311: Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels, principally designed for the transport of persons; ferry boats of all kinds</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49312'>49312: Tankers (ships)</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49313'>49313: Refrigerator vessels (ships), except tankers</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49314'>49314: Other vessels for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49315'>49315: Fishing vessels; factory ships and other vessels for processing or preserving fishery products</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49316'>49316: Tugs and pusher craft</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/49319'>49319: Other vessels (including light-vessels, fire-floats, dredgers, floating cranes, floating docks, warships and lifeboats other than rowing boats), except floating or submersible drilling or production platforms</a>"]


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