Italian FREMM Bergamini class frigate (photo : Shipshub)
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri is continuing to work with Indonesia to satisfy the conditions for a FREMM frigate contract to enter into effect.
Despite signing a contract for Indonesian FREMM frigates in June 2021, the deal is still not effective, the company has confirmed to Shephard ahead of the IMDEX Asia 2023 event in Singapore.
Under the 2021 deal, Fincantieri was awarded a contract for six FREMM frigates and the sale and modernisation of two Maestrale-class frigates.
The contract terms see Fincantieri as the prime contractor in collaboration with Indonesian shipbuilder PT Pal.
Fincantieri also told Shephard that it had held several discussions with Indonesia on different maritime requirements, including submarines.
A spokesperson said: ‘Fincantieri is an important group with a large product portfolio: our attitude is to present ourselves as a partner for an important customer such as Indonesia, ready to satisfy the related operational needs.’
With its extensive portfolio of vessels, the Italian shipbuilder believes it usually has the right solution for different requirements.
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