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+31 (0) 183 63 99 11 info@damen.com damen.com 2023-10-11

Damen Naval contracts ABB to supply integrated power

and distribution system for ASW Frigates
Damen Naval has chosen ABB to supply its Onboard DC Grid™ integrated power and
distribution system to the new Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Frigates. The Vlissingen-based
shipbuilder is building four state-of-the-art frigates, two for the Royal Netherlands Navy and two
for the Belgian navy. It is the second collaboration between Damen Naval and ABB; in early
2022, the Norwegian division of company was contracted for the F126 Frigate project for the
German Navy.

"It is a testament to the positive cooperation between our two companies and the quality of their
systems that we have now also signed an agreement for the ASW project," explains Joop Noordijk,
ASWF Project Director at Damen Naval. "ABB's Onboard DC Grid™ provides the operational efficiency
and sustainability that the Dutch and Belgian navies demand from their new frigates."

The ASW Frigates will replace the current generation of Karel Doorman-class Multipurpose frigates and
can be deployed for multiple tasks. The emphasis will be on anti-submarine warfare, and they will be
designed to sail as quietly as possible to avoid detection by submarines as much as possible.

ABBs Onboard DC Grid™ is a versatile and flexible electrical distribution system. For the ASW Frigates,
the system will include energy storage, transformers, motors and generators, and enables reduced
emissions and an increased operational range. The system has been ruggedized for naval operations in
harsh environments and conditions.

“Securing a second order with Damen Naval is a clear indicator that the shipyard – and the naval market
in general – has full confidence in the ability of Onboard DC Grid™ to facilitate the highly demanding
operations of military vessels,” said Sindre Satre, Business Line Manager, ABB Coast Guard & Navy.
“ABB is uniquely positioned to support navies in their efforts to enhance the operational performance
and reduce the environmental impact of their ships in line with the requirements of the IMO.”

The first ASW Frigate is expected to be delivered by Damen Naval in 2028.

Damen Shipyards Group - Oceans of Possibilities

Damen Shipyards Group has been in operation for over ninety 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 vessels.

Damen operates 35 shipyards and 20 other companies in 20 countries, supported by a worldwide sales and service
network. Damen Shipyards Group offers direct employment to about 12,500 people.

Damen Naval – Securing Our Seas

Damen Naval is the dedicated naval shipbuilding division of the Damen Shipyards Group. With roots stretching
back almost 150 years – to the Royal Schelde yard in Vlissingen – Damen Naval is the only naval original
equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the Netherlands. Having delivered more than 400 vessels to customers around
the world, Damen Naval offers a role as designer, engineer, builder, integrator, and service provider throughout our
ships’ lifecycle.

Currently, Damen Naval is leading a series of naval projects for NATO/EU partners: the F126 frigate programme for
the German Navy, the Combat Support Ship for the Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) and is about to start the
project for future-proof Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates for the RNLN and the Belgian Navy.

While taking pride in our heritage, we are looking towards the future.
For further information please contact
Richard Keulen
Spokesperson
Damen Naval
+31 (0)6 13 81 25 32
r.keulen@damennaval.com
damennaval.com

Rick van de Weg

Spokesperson
Damen Shipyards Group
+31 (0) 655 720 291
rick.van.de.weg@damen.com
damen.com

Heli Harri
ABB Media Relations
+358 50 335 8072
heli.harri@fi.abb.com