Ship Builders & Repairers (Manufacturing) is an industry that involves the construction and repair of ships and other large watercraft. This industry is responsible for building and maintaining a wide range of vessels, from small pleasure boats to large cargo ships and naval vessels. The process of shipbuilding involves a variety of specialized skills and techniques, including welding, carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing. Shipbuilders and repairers must also have a strong understanding of naval architecture and engineering principles in order to design and construct vessels that are safe, efficient, and seaworthy.