What Happened
Six Polar Class 3 Vessels To Strengthen Arctic Security
Canada has awarded a contract worth over $11 billion to Chantier Davie for the construction of six Polar Class 3 icebreakers. The vessels will be built in Lévis, Quebec, and are expected to strengthen the Canadian Coast Guard’s operations in the Arctic. The programme aims to support nearly 5,000 jobs during construction and contribute significantly to Canada’s gross domestic product. According to Defence Industry Europe, the contract is part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy and reflects the country’s efforts to expand its domestic industrial capacity.