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Italy Awards €3.7B Contract for Two DDX Destroyers

September 25, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Italy awards €3.7B contract for two DDX destroyers.
Deliveries planned for 2033 and 2035.
Orizzonte Sistemi Navali is the prime contracting entity.
Contract includes development, production, and logistics studies.

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Strategic Implications

This contract may indicate Italy's commitment to modernizing its naval capabilities, which could strengthen its position in European defense. The involvement of Leonardo and Fincantieri suggests a significant role for Italian industry in the program, which could have implications for the country's defense industrial base.

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What Happened

Leonardo and Fincantieri Secure Major Italian Navy Deal

Italy has awarded a €3.7 billion contract to Orizzonte Sistemi Navali, a joint venture between Fincantieri and Leonardo, for the development and production of two next-generation DDX destroyers. The contract, signed with the Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation (OCCAR), covers the delivery of two ships, with the first scheduled for 2033 and the second for 2035. The program is intended to replace the Italian Navy’s existing Durand de la Penne-class destroyers, according to TheDefenseWatch.com.

Source | Originally Published: September 25, 2026

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