Vlissingen, 20 December 2024 – Damen Naval is pleased to announce the signing of a contract with Nevesbu for the platform engineering scope of the Plataforma Estratégica de Superficie (PES) frigate for Colombia. This scope includes both basic engineering and detailed engineering. The collaboration highlights the strength of the Damen Shipyards Group, with Damen Naval and Nevesbu joining forces as sister companies within the organisation.
Based on Damen Naval’s proven SIGMA 10514 series, the PES frigate is designed to combine versatility and combat capability while being tailored to meet Colombia’s specific requirements. This partnership allows Damen Naval to enable COTECMAR, Colombia’s leading shipyard in Cartagena, to construct a frigate locally for the first time.
“This project highlights the power of collaboration within the Damen Shipyards Group, with Nevesbu’s advanced naval architecture and platform systems integration capabilities playing a key role,” says Damen Naval Project Director Jasper Oreel. “Through our shared expertise, we contribute to a strong, self-sufficient defence industry in Colombia.”
Nevesbu, a specialised naval architect and platform systems integrator, brings extensive experience in supporting Damen Naval projects, seamlessly integrating into the project team. The Nevesbu Platform Engineers work closely with Damen Naval Procurement to evaluate and contract suppliers to meet the equipment and service requirements of the PES frigate. Bart van Rijssen, Managing Director of Nevesbu, says: “We are proud to contribute to the realisation of this advanced frigate for the Colombian Navy.”
The first PES frigate, set for delivery in 2030, represents a major milestone for Colombian shipbuilding. It combines global expertise with local job creation and knowledge sharing, paving the way for a stronger, more self-reliant industry.
Damen Shipyards Group – Oceans of Possibilities
Damen Shipyards Group has been in operation for over ninety-five years and offers maritime solutions worldwide, through design, construction, conversion and repair of ships and ship components. By integrating systems we create innovative, high quality platforms, which provide our customers with maximum added value.
Our core values are fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship. Our goal is to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder, via digitalisation, standardisation and serial construction of our innovative vessels and through use of circular materials.
Damen operates 35 shipyards and 20 other companies in 20 countries, supported by a worldwide sales and service network. We deliver in the region of 100 vessels per year, with a total production value of over 3 billion euros. We offer direct employment to approximately 12,500 people. In all that we do, our aim to ensure a positive impact on the local environment and society.
Damen Naval – Securing Our Seas
Damen Naval is the dedicated naval shipbuilding division of the Damen Shipyards Group. With roots stretching back almost 150 years – to the Royal Schelde yard in Vlissingen – Damen Naval is the only naval original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the Netherlands. Having delivered more than 400 vessels to customers around the world, Damen Naval offers a role as designer, engineer, builder, integrator, and service provider throughout our ships’ lifecycle.
Currently, Damen Naval is leading a series of naval projects for NATO/EU partners: the F126 frigate programme for the German Navy, the Combat Support Ship for the Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN), as well as the future-proof Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates for the RNLN and the Belgian Navy.
While taking pride in our heritage, we are looking towards the future.
