At Trident, we sell outcomes
Over 100 years of Trident
Shipbuilding is changing. The world is forcing us to do more with less. Yet we crave the growth and prosperity that we always have. During these uncertain times, the ones who will stay afloat are the ones who are able to adapt and evolve. At Trident, that’s what we’ve been doing since the 1850s.
1858-1916
Legacy Trident organisations founded
With the founding of Lakeshore Systems in 1858 and Hopeman Brothers in 1916, Trident is born — along with the principle of selling outcomes, not products.
2008
Trident becomes largest marine furniture manufacturer in North America
By delivering reliably, and by nurturing the right adjacent businesses and networks, Trident is able to gather immense momentum leading up to the millennium.
2011
Trident is acquired by
JF Lehman & Company
To further develop its in-house capabilities and strengthen its adjacencies, JF Lehman & Company’s acquisition of Trident paves the way for even more growth.
2011-2023
Trident successfully completes over 12 acquisitions
With a continued focus on complementary solutions, Trident further develops and widens its service offering — enriching both its US and International heritage.
2016
Trident earns Industry Leader Safety Award
Trident has always cared deeply about the wellbeing of its workforce. So much so that it was the recipient of the Industry Leader Safety Award in the Shipbuilding/Repair category from Signal Mutual.
today
One Trident
As of 2024, Trident’s focus is in unifying its internationally recognized products and solutions into a single brand — to tackle the modern challenges the industry faces.
Your global workforce
You’ll find a Trident office in each major shipyard in the United States and beyond, so you know we’ve got an expert view on every challenge there is, whether it’s practical, technical, political or economical.
That means, before your project even begins, we’re nearby to help you think differently about the journey ahead — from getting the most out of your supply chain and materials to boosting the morale of your workforce.
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Fast
We use sophisticated program management tools to reduce cycle time and keep every job on schedule
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Reliable
We're proven to solve advanced maritime engineering, manufacturing, installation and testing challenges
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Knowledgeable
We’re adept with nearly every vessel or platform, from bow to stern, bridge to engine room — so your challenge is our craft
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Certified
We’re ISO-9001 certified and compliant with all marine and offshore regulators — plus many technical and testing bodies
