Babcock has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Everllence, a leading Danish provider of propulsion, decarbonisation and efficiency solutions for shipping, to explore a strategic partnership that will strengthen the delivery and future development of the globally successful Arrowhead frigate platform.
The agreement reflects both companies’ shared ambition to support current and future naval capability requirements through the development of advanced power, propulsion and through-life support solutions. Under the proposed partnership framework, Everllence would become a strategic partner for power and propulsion systems across Arrowhead programmes.
Building on the international momentum behind the Arrowhead platform, the collaboration will examine opportunities for Everllence to assume propulsion system responsibility for future Arrowhead programmes while supporting the development of next-generation power and propulsion architectures. This includes exploring solutions for future Arrowhead variants and export opportunities, including potential requirements within Denmark and other international markets.
The partnership will also assess innovative support models that combine UK and Danish industrial capability to provide efficient and resilient through-life support for Arrowhead vessels throughout their operational service.
This agreement marks the latest chapter in a growing Anglo-Danish naval partnership. Building on previous agreements with Danish industry and the continued evolution of the Arrowhead platform, it strengthens collaboration between UK and Danish maritime expertise to develop the next generation of naval power, propulsion and support solutions.
Together with our Danish partners, we’re helping shape future Hybrid Navy opportunities in Denmark- combining proven warship platforms, advanced digital technologies, sovereign industrial capability and resilient through-life support.
Sir Nick Hine, Chief Growth Officer and Chief Executive – Marine, Babcock said: “Arrowhead has established itself as one of the world’s leading frigate designs, combining proven capability with adaptability to meet the evolving needs of allied navies. As interest in the platform continues to grow internationally, partnerships such as with Everllence can ensure we can offer customers not only a world-class warship, but the industrial expertise, innovation and long-term support needed to maximise operational advantage throughout its service life.
“We look forward to growing our partnership.”
Thomas Leander, Vice President – Head of Solutions & Site Manager Frederikshavn at Everllence said: “This agreement marks an important step in building a closer relationship between Everllence and Babcock. The combination of the proven Arrowhead 140 platform and Everllence’s propulsion and power-generation expertise provides a strong foundation for exploring future opportunities together.
“While Arrowhead 140 was the starting point for our discussions, this cooperation is intended to identify additional areas where both companies can contribute to future naval capabilities and customer requirements.”
The announcement follows a series of major Arrowhead programme milestones that have reinforced the platform’s position as a leading choice for allied navies including the recent float off of the first of three Miecznik class ships in Poland ahead of further outfitting. Based on the proven Iver Huitfeldt-class frigate design, Arrowhead has been selected for major naval modernisation programmes in the UK, Poland and Indonesia, demonstrating its adaptability across different operational requirements and industrial models.
As navies increasingly seek capable, affordable and sovereign shipbuilding solutions, we’re continuing to expand our international partner network to support the delivery of advanced maritime capability, local industrial development and long-term fleet support.
Pictured at the Euronaval signing in Paris (left to right) Sir Nick Hine, Chief Growth Officer and Chief Executive – Marine, Babcock International Group, Benjamin Andres, Vice President, Head of Medium & High – Speed Four-Stroke Marine, Everllence; and Lene Kragh, Vice President, Head of Propeller Business, Everllence.