► NAVANTIA offers Denmark strategic cooperation to deliver its naval programmes

Copenhagen, 27th February 2026 – Navantia has presented in Denmark a proposal for strategic cooperation in the naval domain, as well as its capabilities to ensure fast and reliable delivery starting in 2030. Navantia’s proposal guarantees collaboration with Danish industry, support throughout the ships’ life cycle, and training with the support of the Spanish Navy.

The presentation took place on the occasion of the visit of the Spanish Navy frigate F‑105 to Copenhagen, which is currently participating in NATO’s Steadfast Dart 26 exercise in the Baltic Sea.

Navantia’s Chairman, Ricardo Domínguez, leading a company delegation, welcomed the Chief of the Royal Danish Navy, Rear Admiral Soren Kjeldsen, who visited the frigate. Representing the Spanish Navy, the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (AJEMA), Admiral Gonzalo Sanz Alisedo, and the Commanding Officer of the F‑105, Gabriel Pita da Veiga Subirats, received the guests.

The F‑105 is the fifth and most modern frigate of the F‑100 series, considered one of the most advanced in NATO due to its anti‑air capabilities, high interoperability with allied forces, and powerful combat system. Its visit to Denmark reflects the Spanish Navy’s support for Navantia’s proposal, which highlights the cooperation model between the two organisations, from the definition of ship requirements to life‑cycle support.

“Navantia, with the support of the Spanish Navy and the Spanish Government, is ready to act as a long‑term strategic partner for Danish Defence. We can provide Denmark with state‑of‑the‑art naval capabilities tailored to current challenges, with a flexible collaboration model and delivering capabilities that ensure rapid delivery. Navantia is a reliable and long‑term partner,” said Ricardo Domínguez.

The F‑105 welcomed around one hundred visitors from Danish institutions and also companies within the naval ecosystem, with whom Navantia’s representatives have held meetings.

Navantia’s proposal responds to the Royal Danish Navy’s announcement of a new naval acquisition plan, including frigates. Navantia emphasised its proven track record in collaboration programmes and the transfer of technology and know‑how with local industries in different countries since its first programme for Australia in 2007, offering cooperation with Danish companies to maximise industrial return.

Navantia also offers leading experience in the integration of different systems and in life‑cycle support for vessels. All of this makes the Spanish company a flexible and strategic partner for Denmark.

The Navantia delegation presented the F‑110 programme for the Spanish Navy, currently under execution and meeting the planned schedule, even slightly ahead. They also showcased the ALFA 4000 light frigate, with particular attention to its technological innovations (digital twin, sensorisation, etc.) and to 5.0 industrial capabilities that enable greater reliability and speed in ship design and construction.