Navantia UK to unveil at DSEI its vision for enhancing sovereign defence capabilities following acquisition of Harland & Wolff
· The company will outline its strategic priorities to deliver innovation and support UK defence and industry.
· An initial £115 million investment in British industrial capabilities has already been planned.
· New technologies and 170 apprentices underpin a next-generation workforce and advanced manufacturing for UK defence.
Navantia UK will use DSEI 2025 to outline the next steps in its strategy to support the UK’s sovereign defence capabilities following its acquisition of Harland & Wolff.
The group will demonstrate how its acquisition of Harland & Wolff supports the UK’s sovereign defence industrial base, catalysing major investment in shipbuilding, workforce development, engineering skills and advanced manufacturing.
As a key defence partner to the UK Government, Navantia UK is building the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s three new Fleet Solid Support (FSS) vessels, vital platforms that will supply and sustain the Royal Navy Carrier Group around the world.
Underpinned by an initial £115 million modernisation and integration programme, the FSS contract is at the heart of Navantia UK’s industrial transformation and long-term commitment to deliver a “defence dividend” through UK based jobs, skills and sovereign capability.
“Our presence at DSEI will highlight Navantia UK’s unique contribution to the UK’s defence and shipbuilding ecosystem,” said Donato Martínez, CEO of Navantia UK.
“From design to delivery, we are developing capability and increasing capacity to support the government’s defence ambitions, ensuring that increased defence spending delivers real value through UK businesses and creates a meaningful defence dividend.”
The company’s strategy encompasses the use of the latest technologies in digital shipbuilding tools, the modernisation of its facilities, the training of its employees, and a culture of continuous innovation, all aimed at supporting business growth as well as operational efficiency and excellence. Navantia UK will draw on the expertise of its parent company, Navantia, along with its portfolio and technological capabilities, to deliver maximum value to its clients.
At DSEI, Navantia UK will unveil its strategy to deliver innovation and game changing technologies to support UK defence and industry. Navantia UK yards will leverage Navantia’s investment in design and shipbuilding management digital tools to have arguably the most advanced in the industry. The yards will also have cutting-edge equipment such as robotic plasma cutting systems and automated panel lines and quality-control systems to position its facilities among the most advanced in Europe. These investments are fostering innovation and building a new pipeline of naval engineering talent to support the UK’s long-term capability needs.
Navantia UK benefits from the experience and global track record of its parent group, Navantia SA, which has delivered more than 40 ships to 8 nations over 20 years. The company’s designs are among the most advanced in NATO Navantia supports Navies from several countries including Spain, Australia and the United States.
At DSEI, Navantia UK will share its vision to champion sovereign industrial innovation and help deliver the UK Government’s integrated approach to national defence and prosperity.
