Genoa is a port city in Italy and is known as the Shipbuilding Center of Italy. It is located on the Mediterranean Sea and is the capital of the Liguria region. Genoa has a long history of shipbuilding, dating back to the Middle Ages. The city is home to some of the world's most famous shipyards, including Fincantieri, which is one of the largest shipbuilders in the world. Genoa is also home to many other maritime-related businesses, such as ship repair, ship chandlers, and marine engineering companies.