Davie Signs Agreement with EBC, Marking Major Milestone in Lévis Shipyard Modernization

LÉVIS, QC, Oct. 20, 2026 /CNW/ -- Davie announces that it has reached an agreement with EBC, which will serve as general contractor for a strategic component of the next phase of modernization of Davie's Lévis shipyard.

This agreement marks a major milestone in the shipyard's transformation. With an estimated construction value of more than $500 million, it significantly expands the modernization efforts already underway.

The scope of work awarded to EBC includes the construction of four buildings with distinct functions: a steel fabrication shop, an assembly hall, an outfitting shop, and a building with a cafeteria, locker rooms, offices, and mechanical rooms. It also includes the development of a new launch platform, as well as major civil engineering and utility infrastructure work.

Together, these facilities will form a modern, integrated industrial system, facilitating the movement of steel, blocks, personnel, services, and ship sections throughout the shipyard. Given its scale, this project also represents a significant opportunity for the construction industry, specialized contractors, suppliers, and the local supply chain.

The work will be carried out in an active industrial environment. EBC will be responsible for site coordination, supervision, safety, and schedule integration while Davie continues its operations.

The agreement with EBC is part of a broader investment and modernization program already underway at the Lévis shipyard. The first phase includes, among other things, the renovation of Buildings 3 and 36. At the same time, Davie is continuing to modernize its maritime infrastructure.

Ultimately, these investments will enable Davie to increase its production capacity, modernize its operations, and execute major naval programs in Lévis. They will lay the foundation for the next generation of shipbuilding activities at the shipyard.

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"This agreement marks an important step in the transformation of our Lévis shipyard. The new infrastructure will allow us to better integrate our production activities and strengthen our ability to deliver complex naval programs. By working with leading partners like EBC, we are making this transformation a major industrial undertaking that will draw on local expertise and know-how for the benefit of the entire industry."

Lindsey Kettel, President, Davie

"EBC is proud to contribute to the modernization of a shipyard as iconic as Davie. We are proud to bring our expertise to this major transformation, which will strengthen the shipyard's long-term capabilities while helping to build a more resilient Canadian shipbuilding industry."

Ghyslain Deschamps, President and Chief Executive Officer, EBC

About Davie

Based in Québec, Canada since 1825, Davie is a world-class designer and builder of specialist, mission-critical ships such as icebreakers, ferries and warships for government and commercial customers. Davie became a partner in the Government of Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy on April 4, 2023. This historic agreement is for the design and construction of the largest and most technologically advanced ice-going ships ever constructed in Canada. Davie is part of Inocea, a global shipbuilding group operating five major shipyards across Canada, the United States and Finland. Together, these facilities represent one of the largest independent shipbuilding capacities in the Western world. Learn more at davie.ca, helsinkishipyard.fi and gulfcopper.com.

SOURCE Davie

For further information, please contact: Catherine W. Audet, Director, External Affairs and Industrial Participation, Davie, [email protected], [phone]