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Why aren't cruise ships built in the United States?

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the main reason why cruise ships aren't built in the US really comes down to cost

labor is cheaper overseas than it is in the US

building anything in the US means more regulations by a variety of government entities

the cost of the work at Hyundai was half what the cheapest bid was from a US Shipyard

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Understand that cruise ship construction is driven by cost and expertise, which is why it happens overseas.

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QWhy aren't cruise ships built in the United States?

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