British defence company Babcock and Saab Denmark have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the integration of shipborne communications technologies into the future Arrowhead frigate design.
The collaboration will evaluate how Saab Denmark’s naval communications solutions could address the operational and technical requirements of international naval customers. The agreement establishes a framework for engaging prospective customers, sharing technical information, and conducting systems integration assessments.
The partnership could also open opportunities for Danish companies to contribute specialised technologies, engineering capabilities, and technical expertise to future naval shipbuilding programmes, strengthening Denmark’s participation in the international defence industrial supply chain.
Arrowhead 140 Multi-Mission Frigate
The Arrowhead 140 is a multi-mission frigate platform developed by Babcock for international naval markets. Based on a Danish hull design, the platform forms the foundation of several naval programmes, including the UK’s Type 31 frigate, Poland’s Miecznik programme, and Indonesia’s Merah Putih frigate programme.
Designed with a modular architecture, Arrowhead 140 can be customised to meet different operational requirements through the integration of mission-specific systems and equipment.
Its multi-role capabilities support a range of naval operations, including maritime security, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR).
The proposed cooperation between Babcock and Saab Denmark reflects ongoing efforts to expand the Arrowhead 140’s onboard technology options while creating additional opportunities for international industrial collaboration and naval systems integration.
