Fincantieri accelerates Italian U212 NFS submarine delivery with €317M deal
Fincantieri signed a €317 million contract amendment with OCCAR to accelerate delivery of four U212 NFS submarines for the Italian Navy, moving the fourth boat from 2034 to 2032. The deal integrates new countermeasure systems from subsidiary WASS, enhances logistics support, and introduces lithium-ion batteries and an advanced combat management system. The program ensures one submarine per year from 2029, boosting Italy’s underwater capabilities and industrial base.
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Fincantieri $361m deal to speed up Italian U212 NFS delivery by two years
The Italian Navy will receive its new U212 Near Future Submarines (NFS) earlier than planned after a €317 million ($361 million) contract amendment was signed between Fincantieri and OCCAR on July 23. The deal accelerates delivery of the fourth submarine by two years to 2032, allowing one new vessel per year from 2029. All four boats are under construction at Fincantieri's Muggiano shipyard, with the first keel laid in February. The amendment expands Fincantieri's role to include fitting advanced countermeasure systems from subsidiary WASS and providing enhanced logistical support. The submarines feature lithium-ion propulsion batteries, an advanced combat management system, and a higher proportion of Italian-made technology, improving stealth, endurance, and cyber resilience. The program supports Italy's national industrial base and maintains skills at the historic shipyard.
Fincantieri $361m deal to speed up Italian U212 NFS delivery by two years
The Italian Navy will receive new U212 Near Future Submarines (NFS) two years earlier than originally planned, following a €317 million ($361 million) contract amendment signed between shipbuilder Fincantieri and the Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation (OCCAR). The amendment accelerates the delivery schedule for the submarines, which are part of Italy's naval modernization program. The deal underscores Italy's commitment to enhancing its underwater warfare capabilities and maintaining a modern submarine fleet. The U212 NFS class features advanced stealth technology, air-independent propulsion, and improved combat systems. The accelerated timeline suggests strategic urgency or increased funding priority for the Italian Navy's submarine program.
Fincantieri $361m deal to speed up Italian U212 NFS delivery by two years
The Italian Navy will receive new U212 Near Future Submarines (NFS) two years earlier than originally planned, following a €317 million ($361 million) contract amendment signed between shipbuilder Fincantieri and the Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation (OCCAR). The amendment accelerates the delivery schedule for the submarines, which are part of Italy's naval modernization efforts. The deal underscores Italy's commitment to enhancing its underwater warfare capabilities and reflects ongoing cooperation between Fincantieri and European defense procurement agencies.
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Fincantieri strengthens the U212 NFS program with new technologies, advanced services and accelerated delivery schedule
Fincantieri has signed a contract amendment with OCCAR worth approximately 317 million euros for the U212 NFS (Near Future Submarine) program, which involves building four next-generation submarines for the Italian Navy at the Muggiano Integrated Shipyard. The amendment introduces new technological capabilities, including integration of countermeasure systems developed by WASS, and enhances logistics support to ensure long-term operational availability. It also accelerates delivery of the fourth submarine 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 features a more mature design than previous U212A-class submarines, with higher national technological content, lithium-ion propulsion batteries, and a new combat management system. Fincantieri CEO Pierroberto Folgiero stated the agreement confirms the company's central role in developing Italy's underwater capabilities and demonstrates its ability to translate innovation into tangible results.
Fincantieri Strengthens U212 NFS Submarine Program with New Technologies and Accelerated Delivery
Fincantieri has signed a contract amendment with OCCAR worth approximately 317 million euros for the U212 NFS (Near Future Submarine) program, which involves building four next-generation submarines for the Italian Navy. The amendment introduces new technological capabilities, including the integration of countermeasure systems developed by WASS, a Fincantieri subsidiary, and enhances logistics support to ensure long-term operational availability. It also accelerates the delivery of the fourth submarine by two years, from 2034 to 2032, enabling the Italian Navy to receive one new submarine per year starting in 2029. The program features innovations such as lithium-ion propulsion batteries and a new combat management system, improving stealth, endurance, and cyber resilience. CEO Pierroberto Folgiero highlighted the agreement as confirming Fincantieri's central role in Italy's underwater capabilities and its integrated industrial ecosystem spanning the entire underwater value chain.