This contract is an extension of the contract already signed in June 2013 by both parties, and proves the confidence of the Norwegian Government in Navantia, as well as the commitment of Navantia to the maintenance of the ships.
The new contract, besides services of technical assistance, maintenance, repair works, engineering studies, improvements implementation, training and supply of spare parts, which already were included in the previous contract, incorporates a constant service of support to the maintenance of the Integrated Platform Management System of these ships, as well as a control of the obsolescence in supplies and components and maintenance of the configuration of the ships.
Navantia opened a commercial office in Bergen last June,, close to the Naval Base where the ships are located. This new office shows a commitment of the company to guaranteeing its presence in the country and increasing the commercial relations with this strategic client for Navantia.