Lower cost (LCC)

The reduction of the total life-cycle cost is a significant advantage of the digital ship, which facilitates the management of ship maintenance and lowers costs throughout the life of the ship. The initial implementation cost of the digital vessel is lower compared to existing vessels and continues to offer superior returns during operation. In addition, the digital ship supports the optimisation of operational and warfare capabilities. The reference architecture follows the principle of commonality, using standard technology components to ensure efficiency and reduce costs.

Navantia contributes to this capability by increasing automation, decision support and the use of reliability and availability studies. It also supports maintenance management and the cost reduction of familiarisation of equipment and deployment of new functionalities. Standardised architecture and automation ensure efficient cost management, extending profitability throughout the lifecycle of the digital vessel.