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Webuild, Hyundai E&c to Step up Collaboration in Strategic Infrastructure Sectors
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 17, 2026
1 min readLast updated: March 17, 2026
Quick Summary
Webuild and Hyundai Engineering & Construction (Hyundai E&C) have agreed via a new MoU to deepen their strategic collaboration in port, airport, defence infrastructure, and green energy, targeting North America and Asia‑Pacific with potential joint ventures under PPP, EPC, or Design & Build models.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Webuild, Hyundai E&C to step up collaboration in strategic infrastructure sectors
1What companies are involved in the new infrastructure collaboration?
Webuild and Hyundai Engineering & Construction have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen their partnership.
2Which sectors does the Webuild-Hyundai collaboration focus on?
The cooperation targets port, airport, defence infrastructure, and the green energy sector.
3Which regions are targeted by the partnership?
North America and Asia Pacific are key focus regions due to rising demand.
4What types of operational models will the companies use?
They may operate under PPP, EPC, or Design & Build models, potentially forming joint ventures.
5What 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.