BusinessSeptember 6, 2026

shipwright

SHIP-right

Definition

A skilled craftsperson or technician responsible for the design, construction, and repair of ships.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'scip' (ship) and 'wryhta' (worker or maker), the term originally referred to anyone who built or repaired wooden ships.

In the news

The article describes Mark Richards' professional background as a shipwright, which provided the hands-on expertise necessary to develop the company's proprietary hull construction technologies.

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