Navantia at a glance
A look at Navantia's history and mission.
Excellence and innovation in shipbuilding, defence and green energy
We are a highly export-oriented company and a benchmark in both military and civil shipbuilding, as well as in advanced defence systems and services. Our expertise also spans strategic sectors such as offshore wind power and the development of sustainable solutions based on green hydrogen. Committed to sustainability, we apply cutting-edge technologies across all our processes, establishing ourselves as an innovative player within the industry.
Our network of centres of excellence (Navantia COEX) and cutting-edge programmes foster and attract innovation in collaboration with companies, universities and technology centres. We are committed to radical innovation through our monodon department, as well as to driving growth and employment across Spain's industrial ecosystem.
Support
Through Life Support to Navy units, ensuring they remain in proper service conditions.
Technological capability
Own technological capability for the design, construction and maintenance of all types of vessels.
Areas of activity
Shipbuilding
Navantia specialises in the construction of all types of surface military ships and submarines, as well as in engine manufacturing incorporating advanced technologies.
Systems
Expertise in integrating advanced systems and providing comprehensive vessel repair and maintenance, lifecycle support and training services.
Repairs and services
Comprehensive repair and maintenance services, lifecycle support and training for both military and civilian vessels, from large LNG carriers to cruise ships and yachts.
Green energy
Navantia Seanergies is a global partner in the green-energy sector with extensive experience in the offshore wind industry and hydrogen technologies.
Purpose, mission, vision and values
Our purpose
To build a safe and sustainable future through technological excellence and industrial collaboration.
Our mission
To develop smart and sustainable products and services in the naval and green economy domains that provide technological superiority to our customers.
Our vision
To be a strategic, global, technological and sustainable company in the naval sector.
Navantia values
Sustainability
We are committed to economic efficiency, social responsibility and environmental awareness. Our goal is to ensure the best possible future for Navantia, its employees and the society we serve, prioritising environmentally responsible practices.
Pride
We take pride in what we achieve for our clients and in our ethical conduct. We are committed to integrity, honesty and transparency in all our operations, upholding the highest ethical standards in the industry.
Modernity
Technological excellence and innovation are our guiding principles. We champion technological progress to shape the future of the naval defence and offshore wind sectors.
One team
We are a diverse and international team with a shared purpose. We foster a spirit of industrial cooperation, working closely with colleagues, clients and partners to achieve common goals.
Self-improvement
Our focus is on results as well as personal and professional growth, constantly striving for operational excellence in our day-to-day work. We are committed to continuous improvement to deliver cutting-edge products and services.
Committed to quality
Continuous improvement of processes, products and services is part of Navantia’s commitment to its customers and is embedded in its strategic policy. The quality management system, certified under ISO 9001 and PECAL/AQAP 2110/2210/2310 standards across its different scopes, is directly overseen by the Management Committee. Furthermore, Navantia’s Systems and Submarines businesses are certified under the EN 9100 standard, and the Systems business is certified at Level 3 against the CMMI v2.0 software maturity model.
Navantia is a member of the Spanish Association for Quality and its Defence Committee, the TEDAE Quality Committee and the Joint Defence‑Industry Committee of the Spanish Ministry of Defence.
Beyond the future. Smart products:
Digital transformation and sustainability are our pillars
Ships and systems capable of advanced multi-domain missions. Development of digital twins and use of digital capabilities deployed onboard and on land to enable faster and more proactive decision-making, reducing the number of embarked personnel. Ships and systems capable of advanced multi-domain missions. Development of digital twins and use of digital capabilities deployed onboard and on land to enable faster and more proactive decision-making, reducing the number of embarked personnel.
Smart-capable ships that operate safely, sustainably and efficiently. Evolution of the SMART line in ships, platforms and systems with operational and health status management. Architecture of digital ships and C5IP system-of-systems supported by a Naval Combat Cloud, integrating other domains such as UxV. Unmanned surface and underwater vehicles to enhance detection, defence and intervention capabilities.
Our digital transformation has revolutionised the products and services we offer our clients, while strengthening our sustainability and competitiveness through technologies such as big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), industrial robotics, artificial intelligence, 3D printing and mobility.
Sailing towards smart services
Digital services enhance the efficiency, sustainability, availability, reliability and safety of products throughout their lifecycle through innovation, data analytics, simulation and the integration of advanced technology. Navantia offers a portfolio of Smart Services, including Data Analysis and Predictive Maintenance Systems both on board and ashore.
Training, drills and remote digital assistance using virtual, augmented and mixed reality. Connected crew. Smart sustainment management. Availability and reliability management of the fleet. Smart Services are deployed on the product’s Digital Twin, providing access to all services through a single integrated platform.
Shipyard 5.0: the digital and sustainable revolution driving the future of shipbuilding with technology, talent and efficiency
Robotics and artificial intelligence are automating processes, reducing lead times and operating costs. We design and develop plant and process digital twins to monitor, control, predict, simulate and optimise industrial operations and production. Mobile applications and collaborative environments facilitate supply chain integration, providing transparency and traceability throughout the value chain.
Shipyard 5.0 translates into state‑of‑the‑art facilities at our sites:
- Digital Block Factory (Ferrol, A Coruña)
- Flat Open‑Unit Workshop (San Fernando, Cádiz)
- Flat Panel Workshop (Puerto Real, Cádiz)
We are committed to sustainability across all our operations. Our shipyards are moving towards a circular economy with the goal of zero waste.
At Navantia, we drive growth, innovation and employment
Navantia’s operations drive growth and employment both in the local areas surrounding our shipyards and across Spain. We work alongside an extensive ecosystem of partner industries that support us through our ongoing transformation. We actively champion R&D&I and have established eight university chairs in collaboration with higher education institutions: the Romero Landa Chair with the Technical University of Madrid, the Cosme Álvarez De Los Ríos Chair with the University of A Coruña, the José Patiño Rosales Chair with the University of Cádiz and the Isaac Peral Chair for Submarine Technologies with the Technical University of Cartagena.
In addition, our network includes the Navantia Deeptech Chair with the University of Córdoba, the Navantia Underwater Robotics and Deeptech Technologies Chair with the Technical University of Madrid (Monodon), the Monodon Deeptech Chair with the University of Vigo (Monodon) and the Navantia Monodon Deeptech Chair with the University of Valencia (Monodon). These are complemented by a Joint Research Unit (UMI) with the University of A Coruña, alongside various agreements with vocational training colleges.
Our organisational and management policies ensure seamless operations across all departments and levels of the company.
F110, the 21st-century frigate
Navantia began designing the F-100 frigate in 1996. More than 20 years later, and with 13 ships of this family built in different versions for several countries (Spain, Norway and Australia), the innovative new F110 aims to maintain Navantia's global leadership as a frigate designer and builder, also providing lifecycle support. The F-110 is a multipurpose platform representing a technological leap towards the smart ship. It incorporates Industry 4.0 technologies that improve construction, operation and lifecycle management.