The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between the two companies including supporting customer engagement activities, technical information exchange, and systems integration studies with a focus on future Arrowhead opportunities that will meet evolving naval requirements worldwide.
The MoU reinforces a longstanding commitment to delivering sovereign capability through strong national industrial partnerships. Building on the established approach in programs such as the Arrowhead 140-based Miecznik frigate program in Poland, the Merah Putih program in Indonesia, and the UK’s Type 31 design and build.
The agreement reflects a belief that successful naval programs are delivered through local expertise, resilient supply chains, and enduring industrial partnerships.
As interest in the Arrowhead platform continues to grow internationally, the collaboration will further boost the development of an ecosystem of Denmark-based companies capable of contributing advanced technology, skills, and innovation to future sovereign programs while strengthening national defense industrial capability.
Sir Nick Hine, Chief Growth Officer and Chief Executive – Marine, Babcock said: “Working with local capability sits at the heart of our approach to naval programs around the world. Through this agreement with Saab Denmark, we are bringing together complementary expertise to explore how advanced communications capabilities can be integrated into future Arrowhead opportunities, including those in Denmark. Our experience in building strong industrial partnerships, across the globe has demonstrated the value of creating national ecosystems of suppliers and technology partners that deliver long-term benefits for customers, industry and national security. We look forward to working closely with Saab Denmark to support that vision.”
Henrik Madsen, Chief Commercial Officer, Saab Denmark A/S, said: “Saab Danmark offers proven expertise in integrating and sustaining mission-critical communication systems for naval customers. With strong local engineering capabilities, software development expertise and decades of operational experience, we help ensure secure, reliable and interoperable communications that support mission success throughout the capability lifecycle. We’ve consistently championed a sovereign capability model for naval programs, working alongside local industry to transfer knowledge, develop skills and create sustainable national shipbuilding and support capabilities. Our approach combines an internationally proven platform with local industrial participation, helping nations strengthen their defense capabilities while maximizing economic and industrial benefits.”
