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Commercial icebreaker vessels keep shipping lanes open, protect crews, and strengthen Arctic security across Canada. These ships work in extreme…

07 Jan

January 7, 2026

Commercial Marine Vessel Construction Ontario

Marine vessel construction in Ontario serves fishing fleets, government agencies, and commercial operators throughout the Great Lakes and beyond. Ontario…

03 Dec

December 3, 2025

Research Vessel Engineering: Building Ships for Scientific Discovery

Research vessel engineering combines shipbuilding skills with scientific mission needs. Hike Metal Products builds research vessels and government ships that…

06 Nov

November 6, 2025

Vessel Maintenance Best Practices

Commercial vessel operators must keep their boats safe, compliant, and operational. Whether you operate commercial vessels and specialized watercraft like…

30 Oct

October 30, 2025

How Hike Metal Has Shaped the Boat Building Industry

The boat building industry has grown stronger because of companies that deliver quality marine vessels year after year. Hike Metal…

05 Sep

September 5, 2025

Tour Vessel Construction in Canada: Building Safe and Reliable Commercial Tour Boats

Tour vessel construction in Canada requires builders like Hike Metal who understand local waters and weather conditions. Canadian tour operators…

23 Aug

August 23, 2025

Traditional Marine Fabrication Techniques

Traditional marine fabrication techniques form the foundation of modern ship building excellence. These proven methods combine decades of craftsmanship knowledge…

05 Jul

July 5, 2025

Large Vessel and Ship Repairs Ontario

Hike Metal Products leads Ontario's ship repairs industry with over 65 years of proven expertise. Located on Lake Erie's north…

03 Jun

June 3, 2025

Hike Metal Teams Up with Indigenous Manufacturer ATMIS to Transform Canadian Marine Industry in Historic Partnership

Canada's marine and defence sectors witness a groundbreaking collaboration as veteran shipbuilder Hike Metal Products Ltd. joins forces with Indigenous…

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