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Webuild, Hyundai E&C to step up collaboration in strategic infrastructure sectors

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Posted on March 17, 2026

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March 17 (Reuters) - Webuild has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hyundai Engineering & Construction to strengthen their existing collaboration, Italy's largest construction group said on

Webuild and Hyundai E&C Sign MoU to Boost Strategic Infrastructure Collaboration

Strategic Partnership Details and Future Plans

March 17 (Reuters) - Webuild has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hyundai Engineering & Construction to strengthen their existing collaboration, Italy's largest construction group said on Tuesday. 

The agreement opens a new phase in the industrial partnership, aimed at expanding the companies' presence in highly specialised segments, Webuild added.

Key Areas of Cooperation

  • Infrastructure Focus

    • Port, Airport, and Defence Infrastructure
    • Green Energy Sector

  • Geographical Focus

    • North America and Asia Pacific Regions

  • Business Model and Collaboration

    • Possibility of Establishing Dedicated Joint Ventures
    • Integrated Structures for PPP, EPC, or Design & Build Models

(Reporting by Anna Uras in Gdansk, Editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Key Takeaways

  • MoU signals expansion of an existing industrial partnership between Italy’s Webuild and South Korea’s Hyundai E&C into highly specialised strategic infrastructure sectors such as ports, airports, defence, and green energy.
  • The collaboration will focus on two fast‑growing regions—North America and Asia‑Pacific—where demand for integrated infrastructure solutions is rising, including through PPP, EPC, or Design & Build structures.
  • This partnership builds on both firms’ strong global track records—Webuild’s deep PPP expertise and extensive order backlog and Hyundai E&C’s leadership in overseas construction exports exceeding $146 billion over the past two years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What companies are involved in the new infrastructure collaboration?
Webuild and Hyundai Engineering & Construction have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen their partnership.
Which sectors does the Webuild-Hyundai collaboration focus on?
The cooperation targets port, airport, defence infrastructure, and the green energy sector.
Which regions are targeted by the partnership?
North America and Asia Pacific are key focus regions due to rising demand.
What types of operational models will the companies use?
They may operate under PPP, EPC, or Design & Build models, potentially forming joint ventures.
What is the goal of this partnership between Webuild and Hyundai E&C?
To expand their presence in specialized infrastructure segments and offer integrated contractor solutions.

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