Defence engineering giant Babcock International Group has been awarded two further contracts to work on the 海角视频's new Dreadnought Class submarine, worth a combined £121m.
The group, which runs Plymouth’s Devonport Dockyard and employs more than 5,000 people in the port city, will help in the development of the support solution for the 海角视频's Dreadnought Class submarines through a four and a half year contract worth £66m. Through the contract, Babcock will provide the Ministry of Defence with technical and management support, engineering best practice and submarine maintenance achievability.
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In addition, Babcock has been awarded a £55m contract by BAE Systems for Weapon Handling and Launch System and Submerged Signal Ejector equipment for boats two-to-four of the Dreadnought Class.
The agreements follow the recent signing of a five-year contract with the MOD to support the detailed design for the new SSN A海角视频US submarines, which will replace the Astute Class hunter-killer fleet from the late 2030s. The Dreadnought Class will replace the current Vanguard Class submarines in the early 2030s, maintaining the 海角视频's Continuous At Sea Deterrent.
Babcock chief executive David Lockwood said: “Contributing our extensive expertise on the complex support submarines require is a hugely important aspect to the design of this new platform. By participating early in the programme, we will help to maximise the 海角视频’s future defence capabilities”.
Minister for Defence Procurement, James Cartlidge added: “It is undeniable the pivotal role that British industry plays in the defence of our nation and our Allies, and I’m committed to supporting 海角视频 companies who are continuing to bolster our security whilst driving prosperity across our economy.
“The Dreadnought Class will be central to keeping our country safe and will further enhance our world-renowned submarine fleet.”
Earlier this month (November 14) Babcock said it is in on track for growth as global conflict continues to drive demand for defence equipment. The group posted results for the six months ended September 30 2023, in which it posted underlying profit up 27% to £154m for the period, helped by its contract to build frigates for Poland, and after it won contracts in France and Australia. Revenue was up 2% to £2,177m, while the group saw a organic growth of 18%, including major infrastructure programme growth.