Damen Naval has signed a contract with Portuguese defence technology company EID S.A. for the delivery of the Integrated Communications Control System (ICCS) for the PES (Plataforma Estratégica de Superficie) frigate to be built in Colombia. The agreement covers the state-of-the-art solution that integrates EID’s proven Integrated Communication System and networking technologies into a unified C4I platform.
EID, part of the UK-listed Cohort plc group, is a trusted Damen partner, with recent collaboration on the Portuguese Navy’s Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV), which forms part of Damen’s Support Ship range.
This PES frigate project is a strategic collaboration between Damen Naval and Colombian shipbuilder COTECMAR. The programme represents a major step forward in strengthening regional maritime defence capabilities and empowering Colombia’s local industry. In line with this, EID will work closely with Colombian stakeholders to support knowledge transfer and long-term technical cooperation.
“Partnering with proven, innovative suppliers like EID supports our commitment to delivering cutting-edge capability,” said Jasper Oreel, Damen Naval Project Director. “This is another example of how we bring global expertise with local impact.”
“We are very proud at EID to have been chosen by Damen to supply for the Colombian PES Frigate programme our state-of-the-art OceaNEX C4I solution that unites into a single platform EID’s proven Integrated Communication System with our ship network technology,” said Martin Bennett, EID’s Chief Executive. “This is particularly exciting, working with Damen on their Sigma Class Frigate and enabling new technology partnerships with our partners and stakeholders in Colombia”.
The PES frigate is scheduled for delivery to the Colombian Navy in 2030.
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 only naval original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the Netherlands and has delivered more than 420 vessels to customers around the world, offering a role as designer, engineer, builder, integrator, and service provider throughout our ships’ lifecycle.
This year, we celebrate “150 years of naval excellence”. Our company started in 1875 as Koninklijke Maatschappij De Schelde (the Royal Schelde yard) and has grown into Damen Naval, part of the Damen Shipyards Group.
