Navantia, Spain’s national shipbuilder and a global leader in naval innovation, in collaboration with Canada’s Regional Development Agencies (RDA) and regional industry associations, is hosting a series of industry days across Canada to promote domestic industrial participation in its bid for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The events build on Navantia’s previous engagements with Canadian industry in Montreal, QC, and St. John’s, NL, among others, undertaken with support from RDAs.
“We are committed to building sovereign capacity and capability, while providing opportunities for early integration of Canadian industry into Navantia’s global supply chain, as well as sustainment and training services,” said Pablo Menéndez, Business Development Director, Americas. “These Industry events are part of that ongoing commitment, as we will be building on this first round of Industry Days as we grow our partnership with Canadian industry.
The first of these forums will be held in Ottawa on September 18, 2025, in Halifax on September 29, and in Vancouver on October 20, with additional events planned for later in the year.
The company’s track record of delivering long-term domestic industrial capabilities through technology transfer, domestic shipyard partnerships, and workforce development is second to none. These industry events are designed to unlock similar advantages for Canadian firms, particularly small and medium enterprises in the defence, advanced manufacturing, and marine innovation sectors.
Navantia is proud to be offering Canada the most advanced conventional submarine in production. This highly integrated platform is the only submarine in operational service within NATO that meets the Royal Canadian Navy’s technical and timeline requirements.
“Navantia is not just offering Canada a submarine. We’re offering a strategic partnership where Canadian companies will be central to this program,” said Menéndez. “It’s about creating lasting, high-value jobs for Canadians, from advanced manufacturing as part of our global supply chain, to long-term maintenance and sustainment in Canada, by Canadians. Canadian companies will be central to the life of this program.”
The events will provide participants with the opportunity to gain insight into Navantia’s S-80 submarine and other shipbuilding activities, meet Navantia technical and procurement representatives, and identify supplier roles and future collaborations.
To learn more about these events and the S-80 for Canada, please visit: www.s80.ca
About Navantia:
With a history of more than 300 years linked to the construction of ships for the Navy, Navantia is a state-owned and strategic technology company for the defense of Spain. Its areas of specialization range from shipbuilding (surface and submarine), to the design and integration of systems with a high technological content and life cycle support and high value-added services. Additionally, with its brand Navantia Seanergies, it is a global supplier for the development of offshore wind energy and other green energies such as hydrogen. Navantia employs nearly 4,000 people directly in Spain, mainly at its offices in Ferrol and Fene (A Coruña), Puerto Real, San Fernando, Cádiz and Rota (Cádiz), Cartagena (Murcia Region) and Madrid.
Committed to building a safe and sustainable future through technological excellence and industrial collaboration, Navantia has contracts with Governments and companies around the world and ties with universities and technological and academic centers. It contributes to sustainability and innovation through its daily commitment to people and the planet, with responsible practices from the point of view of labour, the environment and economic and technological development that are viable regionally, nationally and internationally. It is owned 100% by the Sociedad Española de Participaciones Industriales (SEPI), attached to the Ministry of Finance and Public Function of Spain).
About Canada’s Regional Development Agencies
Canada’s Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) support Canadian industry participation in defence procurement through the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy. This policy contractually requires companies awarded defence contracts to undertake business activities in Canada equal to the value of the contracts they have won. RDAs play a key role in connecting regional organizations—including small and medium-sized enterprises—with global defence contractors, driving innovation and economic growth nationwide. RDAs are deeply rooted in their communities, working directly with businesses to help them thrive. They collaborate with federal, provincial, and territorial partners, offering programs and services tailored to the distinct needs of each region.
About ACADA
The Atlantic Canada Aerospace and Defence Association (ACADA) supports, connects, and promotes a diverse and dynamic membership committed to delivering industry-leading aerospace and defence (A&D) solutions to the world. Through custom services and programming in direct response to market needs, we help our members and our region innovate future potential for positive global impact.
About ABCMI
The Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI) is the leading voice and industry association for Western Canada’s industrial marine and defence sectors. Representing 1,100 companies across shipbuilding and repair, ocean science and technology, marine infrastructure, small craft construction, marine products, and professional services, ABCMI connects businesses of all sizes to opportunity, insight, and innovation.
As a trusted connector between SMEs, primes, academia, and government, ABCMI is uniquely positioned to help industry partners tap into the full depth of capability on Canada’s West Coast and to amplify the role of Canadian companies in major domestic and international programs. www.abcmi.ca
