Navantia’s proposal for Croatia: a proven ship and long-term robust industrial cooperation
The Navantia proposal for the Multi-role Corvette programme is the Avante 2200/ALFA 3000, a proven vessel that fully satisfies the Croatian Navy requirements
Swedish Frigate Decision
Sweden’s acquisition of new frigates is, at its core, a strategic decision.
It is not only a matter of industry, regional politics, or international relations, but of when Sweden will actually have an operational sea-based air defence capability.
Navantia in Sweden – through-life support of modern frigates
The visit of the Spanish Navy’s Álvaro de Bazán class guided missile frigate SPS Almirante Juan de Borbón (F 102) to Schweden provided Spain’s premier naval shipbuilder Navantia with an opportunity to present its experience and capabilities in the design, construction and through-life support of complex surface combatants in a NATO context.
Signals Intelligence
Some navies have them and some do not. Signals intelligence (SIGINT) collection ships may seem like a niche capability, according to Dr. Thomas Withington, who specialises in radar, communications systems, electronic warfare (EW) and all things of C4I. “SIGINT ships operate beneath a thick cloak of secrecy, yet visually they may be among a navy’s most distinct vessels”, he suggested.
Chess Dynamics – excellence in surveillance and naval fire control
Naval Forces spoke with Jim Parrott about Chess Dynamics‘ perspective in the field of electro-optics and fire control. Jim has been appointed Naval Sales Manager in November 2024.
Fleet Solid Support
The Fleet Solid Support (FSS) programme has achieved a pivotal milestone with the successful completion of the Critical Design Review (CDR), marking the transition from design to manufacturing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s (RFA) next-generation support ships.
Spanish Naval Shipbuilding
With the induction of several new state-of-the-art warship classes in recent years, Navantia is continuing to showcase its global leadership in a variety of naval shipbuilding technologies.
Ballistic Missile Defence
The TRS-4D LR long-range radar is used at the German Navy’s Naval Technical School in Parow (State of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) as a test, reference and training facility.
UHSI32
The UHSI32 is being developed as a true game changer for future European naval operations.
EU Tightens Sanctions on Russia’s Shadow Fleet
Brussels, 14 May 2025 – The European Union has adopted its 17th sanctions package against Russia, targeting the so-called “shadow fleet.”