MARMEN WELCOMES THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA’S DECISION TO SELECT TKMS AS THE PREFERRED SUPPLIER FOR THE CANADIAN PATROL SUBMARINE PROJECT
MARMEN welcomes the Government of Canada’s decision to designate ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) as the preferred supplier for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project.
As one of TKMS’s strategic Canadian partners for the manufacturing of the 212CD submarine, MARMEN will contribute its advanced manufacturing expertise to one of the world’s most sophisticated conventional submarine programs. This once-in-a-generation opportunity combines Germany’s leadership in submarine design and construction with Canada’s industrial expertise, while marking a significant milestone in MARMEN’s continued growth in the defence sector.
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The next phase will involve discussions between the Government of Canada and TKMS to finalize the terms of the agreement. MARMEN’s specific scope of work will be confirmed over the coming year, once those negotiations have been completed. The level of investment and job creation associated with MARMEN’s participation will depend on the final agreement reached by all parties.
Subject to the final scope of work assigned to the company, MARMEN will manufacture structural subassemblies for the 212CD submarine, including complex machining and assembly work. All work will be carried out in accordance with TKMS’s technical specifications, quality standards and delivery schedules.
“This announcement recognizes the strategic role that Canada’s advanced manufacturing sector can play in strengthening both our economy and our national security, while supporting the objectives of Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy. It also demonstrates the Government’s commitment to generating direct industrial benefits through the production of submarine components in Canada,” said Vincent Trudel, President and Chief Executive Officer of MARMEN.
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MARMEN has identified defence as a key driver of its long-term growth strategy and intends to establish a North American centre of excellence for submarine component manufacturing serving both Canada and the United States. Together, TKMS and MARMEN demonstrate how international defence cooperation can generate tangible industrial benefits, strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities and create long-term economic opportunities for Quebec and Canada.
