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Babcock signs contract to support NAM Atlântico

Maritime April 13, 2022

Babcock International Group has signed a four year contract to deliver through life support to the Marinha do Brasil’s flagship vessel, NAM Atlântico, formerly the UK Royal Navy platform HMS Ocean, as part of its global support programme. Working hand-in-hand with their customers, Babcock’s key asset management activities include deep maintenance, ...

Babcock to acquire remaining 50% of its Australian naval sustainment joint venture

Maritime February 17, 2022

Babcock International Group has announced that it has entered into a Sales and Purchase Agreement to acquire the remaining 50% interest in its Australian Naval Ship Management (NSM) joint venture from its long-term joint venture partner in Australia, for a consideration of AUD60 million (approximately £32 million). The NSM joint venture ...

Babcock to support enhancement of Ukrainian naval capabilities

Maritime June 23, 2021

Babcock International Group has signed a tripartite Memorandum of Implementation (MoI) in Odesa with the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the UK Government. Building on the agreement signed in October 2020, the two nations will now push forward a major programme of Ukrainian naval projects, with Babcock as their designated ...

£3 million to be saved as part of new Royal Navy deal

Maritime August 3, 2017

Defence Minister Harriett Baldwin has announced a range of new contracts, including one for consumable items, which is set to save £3 million in efficiencies and furnish a growing Royal Navy. Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) signed a contract with Babcock International Group, which will supply the Royal Navy with more ...