Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Levis, Quebec
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Since 1825
Davie, officially Chantier Davie Canada Inc., is a shipbuilder headquartered in Lévis, Quebec, founded in 1825. It is privately held and was acquired by the Inocea Group in 2012. The company employs roughly 1,000 to 5,000 people and builds icebreakers, naval vessels, ferries, and offshore support ships for government and commercial clients. In August 2026 it was awarded a contract to build six program icebreakers under Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy.
Davie at a glance
Revenue
$10-50M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1825
Headquarters
Levis, Quebec
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
170
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
170
Named foreign suppliers
22
Top origins
China · Singapore · South Korea · Vietnam
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Davie.
What this tells a buyer
The company announced a signed agreement with EBC in October 2026 related to modernizing its Lévis shipyard, according to a newswire.ca report.
Davie holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and offers ship repair, upgrade and conversion, engineering design, and lifecycle support services.
Davie reports that it is the oldest shipbuilder in North America and has a strong focus on national security projects for the Government of Canada.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
201 years in operation (founded 1825).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Davie, officially Chantier Davie Canada Inc., is a shipbuilder headquartered in Lévis, Quebec, founded in 1825. It is privately held and was acquired by the Inocea Group in 2012. The company employs roughly 1,000 to 5,000 people and builds icebreakers, naval vessels, ferries, and offshore support ships for government and commercial clients. In August 2026 it was awarded a contract to build six program icebreakers under Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1825 |
Headquarters | Levis, Quebec |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $10-50M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Davie makes
Davie holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and offers ship repair, upgrade and conversion, engineering design, and lifecycle support services.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Seal, Welding, Electric Motor, Battery, Steel, Steering, Lighting, Coating, Valve, Gear (source: davie.ca).
Certifications
Davie is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
The company announced a signed agreement with EBC in October 2026 related to modernizing its Lévis shipyard, according to a newswire.ca report. US customs bill-of-lading records list 170 inbound shipments across 22 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Singapore · South Korea · Vietnam.
Latest developments
2026-10-20 — Davie Signs Agreement with EBC, Marking Major Milestone in Lévis Shipyard Modernization (newswire.ca)
2026-08-24 — Davie Awarded Historic Contract to Build Six Program Icebreakers Under the National Shipbuilding Strategy | Davie (davie.ca)
2026-05-27 — Davie and Kraken set to join forces on the production of autonomous vessels and systems in Canada | Davie (davie.ca)
2026-04-15 — Davie Invests $1.5 Million in Québec’s Shipbuilding Supply Chain | Davie (davie.ca)
2026-03-31 — Davie Begins Construction of Polar Max in Lévis, Delivering Jobs and Industrial Benefits Across Québec and Canada | Davie (davie.ca)
2025-09-10 — Parent of Canadian shipbuilder Davie to create new U.S. entity, plans to overhaul Texas shipyards - The Globe and Mail (theglobeandmail.com)
Company details
Davie reports that it is the oldest shipbuilder in North America and has a strong focus on national security projects for the Government of Canada. Davie was founded in 1825, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Levis, Quebec. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 201 years in operation (founded 1825). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Davie make?
Davie, officially Chantier Davie Canada Inc., is a shipbuilder headquartered in Lévis, Quebec, founded in 1825. It is privately held and was acquired by the Inocea Group in 2012. The company employs roughly 1,000 to 5,000 people and builds icebreakers, naval vessels, ferries, and offshore support ships for government and commercial clients. In August 2026 it was awarded a contract to build six program icebreakers under Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy.
Where is Davie headquartered?
Davie is headquartered in Levis, Quebec (22 Rue George-D-Davie, Levis, Quebec, G6V 0K4).
When was Davie founded?
Davie was founded in 1825.
How big is Davie?
Davie has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $10-50M range (estimated).
What certifications does Davie hold?
Davie lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Davie import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 170 inbound shipments for Davie, with top origins including China · Singapore · South Korea · Vietnam.
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