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Babcock Sells Frigate Licences to Indonesia, Boosts UK Jobs

1/21/2026

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Babcock International has sold two Arrowhead 140 frigate design licences to Indonesia as part of a £4 billion Maritime Partnership Programme.
The Maritime Partnership Programme builds on prior commitments since 2021 to Indonesia's shipbuilding development.
The programme aims to modernize Indonesia's maritime forces and support its shipbuilding infrastructure.
Babcock's success enables investment in UK workforce development, creating around 1,600 early career roles in 2025-26.

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Babcock International has sold two Arrowhead 140 frigate design licences to Indonesia as part of a £4 billion Maritime Partnership Programme.
The Maritime Partnership Programme builds on prior commitments since 2021 to Indonesia's shipbuilding development.
The programme aims to modernize Indonesia's maritime forces and support its shipbuilding infrastructure.
Babcock's success enables investment in UK workforce development, creating around 1,600 early career roles in 2025-26.