Babcock and Saab Denmark have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore integrating shipborne communications systems into future Arrowhead frigate design.
The cooperation will assess how Saab Denmark’s communications capabilities could meet the requirements of naval customers in international markets.
It provides a framework for engaging potential customers, exchanging technical information, and conducting systems integration studies.
The deal could also create opportunities for Danish companies to contribute technology, skills, and expertise to future naval programs, expanding the country’s role in the industrial supply chain.
“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,” Saab Denmark chief commercial officer Henrik Madsen said.
Arrowhead 140 Frigate
The Arrowhead 140 is a multi-mission frigate design developed by Babcock for international naval customers.
Based on a Danish hull design, it serves as the foundation for the UK’s Type 31 frigate, as well as Poland’s Miecznik and Indonesia’s Merah Putih programs.
The platform can be adapted to different naval requirements through modular mission systems supporting roles such as maritime security, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.