Fincantieri and the U.S. Navy have reached an agreement to redefine the future of the Constellation-class frigate program, ensuring work continues on the first two ships while cancelling four later units as
Fincantieri and the U.S. Navy have reached an agreement to redefine the future of the Constellation-class frigate program, ensuring work continues on the first two ships while cancelling four later units as part of a wider fleet review.
The shift follows the Navy’s overhaul of its force-structure plans and aligns with new priorities aimed at accelerating next-generation ship designs and revitalizing segments such as icebreakers, amphibious platforms and special-mission vessels.
Fincantieri is expected to receive future orders in these areas in coordination with the Navy.
The agreement preserves the ongoing construction of two Constellation-class frigates at Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) in Wisconsin. The four additional frigates that had been commissioned will not proceed, in line with the Navy’s revised strategy.
The deal also provides for compensation measures for Fincantieri Marine Group to offset economic and industrial impacts arising from the Navy’s decision. The company has invested more than $800 million in recent years across its Marinette, Green Bay, Sturgeon Bay and Jacksonville facilities to increase efficiency, flexibility and technological capability.
Fincantieri Marine Group currently employs around 3,750 skilled workers in the United States after adding 850 employees to support its growth and enhance its industrial base.
“The agreement with the
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