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Naval
Industry News - UK |
UK
multi-million pound commitment to BAE Systems Type 26 Global Combat
Ship programme |
BAE
Systems welcomes an announcement by Prime Minister David Cameron confirming
the UK Government’s continued commitment to sustaining national
sovereign capability to deliver complex warships to the Royal Navy The £859 million demonstration contract for the Type 26 Global Combat Ship comes on the back of the recent contract for three Offshore Patrol Vessels, which are already under construction in Glasgow. The contract will help to support the UK’s vibrant industrial base, including more than 600 jobs in Scotland and over 1000 more throughout the UK in both BAE Systems and its supply chain. The Company is also driving continued investment in education and training with its largest ever recruitment of apprentices and graduates, including 220 in its Naval Ships business, the majority of which are in Glasgow. |
 The Type 26 will incorporate the latest in hybrid propulsion technology Image: BAE Systems |
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BAE Systems
Chief Executive, Ian King, said: “We have a long and proud heritage
of delivering complex warships in the UK and today’s announcement
is a significant endorsement of the Government’s commitment to sustain
this important national capability. We are committed to working with the
Government, the Ministry of Defence and our partners in the maritime supply
chain to ensure the Royal Navy has the capability it needs to protect
national interests, while ensuring the best value for money for UK taxpayers. “Through the Type 26 programme, we are transforming the way we design and manufacture naval ships with innovative new technologies, leading-edge processes and modern infrastructure. New ways of working ensure we can continue to deliver the highest quality equipment at the lowest possible cost and compete effectively for future UK and international orders.” Welcoming the announcement, the Prime Minister said: “This is a substantial investment in our shipbuilding industry, safeguarding the jobs of 600 workers in Scotland and many more across the UK. Investing in these warships will ensure we continue to keep our country safe, at home and abroad. |
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Video: BAE Systems |
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“As
part of our long term economic plan, we’re not just building the
most advanced modern warships in the world – we are building the
careers of many young people with apprenticeships that will set them up
for life.” The Type 26 demonstration contract builds on the initial assessment phase and takes effect from 1 April 2015, marking the next significant stage of the programme to support progression towards the manufacturing phase, which is expected to begin in Glasgow in 2016. It will involve approximately 30 companies in the maritime supply chain and will enable the investment in essential long-lead items, including equipment such as gas turbines, diesel generators and steering gear for the first three ships, as well as the creation of shore-based testing facilities. The programme envisages the delivery of 13 Type 26 ships to the Royal Navy. The first vessel is due to enter service in the early 2020s and the Type 26 class is expected to remain in service until 2060. Link to our updated Type 26 Global Combat Ship technical datasheet |
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