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2021-09-01

Navantia Shortlisted for Poland’s Frigate Programme

Spanish shipbuilder Navantia’s offer to the Polish Ministry of Defence to build three frigates in a Technology Transfer (ToT) programme was recently selected in a short list along with two other finalists.

Navantia will now participate in the Viability Phase to propose a design that further adjusts to the requirements of the Armaments Inspectorate of the Polish Ministry of Defence. The final decision on the contractor is expected in 2022.

The offer presented by Navantia is based on the design of the F-100, in service for the Spanish Navy, which has been the starting point for successful export contracts to Norway and Australia.

The Miecznik programme launched by the Polish Government envisages the construction of three multi-mission frigates at the local PGZ shipyard in Gdynia through a ToT contract with an international company. The programme is part of an ambitious plan launched by the Polish Government to modernise its Armed Forces with an investment of 115 billion euros until 2035.

Navantia is known for the design and construction of a wide range of frigates and is well prepared to meet the needs of the Polish Navy. The company has also proved its ability to efficiently execute different models of ToT programmes that have helped develop local capabilities in shipbuilding and life cycle support. The company offers a business model of high added value and has seen success through its contracts in Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Australia.

“Navantia is ready to have a local presence in Poland to support the construction and sustainment of the ships. We are proud to offer the Polish Navy a collaboration model that has proven to be of mutual benefit and that will allow Poland, a friend and ally, to have a highly technological naval defence capability, proven both by the Spanish Navy and by other international clients,” said Javier Herrador, Commercial and Business Development Director, Navantia.

Navantia is renowned for the design, building and integration of highly technological state-of-the-art war ships for the Spanish Navy. Its activities include the design and manufacture of Integrated Platform Management Systems, Fire Control Systems, Command and Control systems, Propulsion Plants and through life support for all its products. The company has also become a relevant actor in the area of offshore wind power.

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