We are proud to announce the signing of the eighth contract amendment with OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation) under the U212 NFS (Near Future Submarine) program, related to the construction of four next-generation submarines currently being built for the Italian Navy at our Muggiano shipyard.
The agreement extends the scope of the activities assigned to Fincantieri under the program. The amendment includes the introduction of new technological capabilities through the integration of countermeasure systems developed by WASS and the enhancement of logistics support activities. The contract amendment will also allow the delivery of the program’s fourth submarine to be brought forward by two years, from 2034 to 2032, enabling the Italian Navy to receive one new submarine per year starting in 2029.
The U212 NFS program represents a significant evolution compared with the previous U212A-class submarines, featuring a more mature design, a higher level of national technological content and greater integration of onboard systems. The integration of the new WASS-developed countermeasure solutions represents a further step forward in enhancing the operational capabilities of the vessels while capitalizing on the technological and industrial expertise developed across the Group to support the Italian Navy throughout the entire lifecycle of the submarines.
Through an integrated ecosystem, we cover the entire underwater value chain, delivering high-value solutions, preserving and enhancing Italy’s national industrial know-how, and reinforcing our role as design authority and prime contractor. The Muggiano Integrated Shipyard, a historic center of excellence, once again confirms itself as one of the leading international references in the sector, demonstrating outstanding production and organizational capabilities in responding effectively to the evolving global defense environment.
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