The OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en matière d’Armement, the international organization for joint armament cooperation) has exercised the construction of the third new-generation submarine related to the U212NFS (Near Future Submarine) program for the Italian Navy assigned to Fincantieri. The vessel has a total value of more than euro 500 million, including the integrated support service, and will be delivered in 2030. Future program development also contemplates an additional 160 million for future additional activities or provision of specific additional capabilities required by the Navy. The U212NFS submarines will be highly innovative, with significant design modifications which will all be developed independently by Fincantieri, which holds the role of Design Authority, in accordance with the requirements of the Navy.
On July 21 2023, OCCAR-EA exercised the Contract Option related to the 3rd U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS). The activation of the NFS3 Contract Option represents another major step towards the progressive development of the NFS Programme, which finalizes the technical and administrative process started with the signing of the 2nd Contract Amendment in December 2022. Next Amendments will address the commitment of the fourth boat (planned in 2024) and the implementation of further technological advancements to enhance submarines’ efficiency and performance.
