SafeNav at the BAE Systems / Bergen Næringsråd Naval Industry Event
Last week, SafeNav had the opportunity to participate in a high-level maritime event hosted by BAE Systems and Bergen Næringsråd, centered on Norway’s upcoming Navy Frigate Newbuilding Program. The gathering brought together stakeholders from across the Norwegian and UK defense and maritime sectors to explore opportunities for cooperation, technology integration, and long-term service partnerships.
The event spotlighted the next phase of Norway’s naval modernization: the planned construction of five new Type 26 frigates. These advanced warships are part of a long-term renewal strategy focused on bolstering national security, embracing technological innovation, and enhancing international maritime collaboration. BAE Systems’ longstanding leadership in naval shipbuilding and the Royal Norwegian Navy’s forward-looking procurement strategy create a compelling foundation for this next-generation fleet.
For dual-use technology companies like SafeNav, these developments are especially promising. As naval platforms become more autonomous, sensor-driven, and software-defined, the need for advanced navigation support and decision-assist systems continues to grow. SafeNav’s work on COLREG-compliant decision support and real-time hazard awareness aligns strongly with the Norwegian Navy’s emphasis on operational safety, crew situational awareness, and mission reliability.
By participating in events like this, SafeNav deepens its collaboration with industry and defense leaders, advancing a shared vision of safer, smarter, and more resilient maritime operations. Our technologies are already supporting commercial mariners around the world, and we are eager to bring that expertise into the naval domain through partnerships and trusted integration.
With new frigates on the horizon and a growing emphasis on dual-use innovation, SafeNav is well positioned to contribute to a safer future, both for the bridge teams of today and the fleets of tomorrow.
3D Render of one of the New Type 26 Frigate Builds
Navy Frigate Newbuilding Program event presentation - slide on ‘Collaboration Success - Norwegian Content on the T26’
Navy Frigate Newbuilding Program event presentation - slide on ‘Indutry-to-Industry Near Term Programmes’
