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ontract Amendment No. 10 to the PPA Programme was signed between OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation)-Executive Administration, acting on behalf of #Italy, and the Temporary Consortium composed of FINCANTIERI and Leonardo.

Valued at approximately EUR 392 million (2014 economic conditions), the Amendment formalises the upgrade of the #PPA units from the Light and Light Plus configurations to the Full Combat System standard. The Amendment also introduces enhanced cyber defence capabilities and provides for the acquisition of advanced Remotely Operated Vehicle (#ROV) and Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (#UUV) systems, further strengthening the operational effectiveness of the PPA fleet.

Riva Trigoso, Italy — 29 May 2026 - A new milestone has been reached in Italy’s naval shipbuilding programme with the keel laying of the eighth Multipurpose Offshore Patrol Vessel (PPA) at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Riva Trigoso.

This important ceremony marks the official start of hull construction, with the successful completion and readiness of the vessel’s first block.

Looking ahead
Launch: April 2028
Delivery to the Italian Navy: 2030