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Growing demand for warships is pushing European shipyards toward closer ties \u2014 and Canada’s navy may benefit from the ripple effect.<\/em><\/p>

European shipbuilders collaboration<\/strong> is emerging as a major theme in the defence industry, and Canada could feel the effects. The head of the German company selected to build Canada’s new submarines is calling for tighter co-operation among European shipyards. This push comes as the Canadian navy also weighs whether to add corvettes to its fleet.<\/p>

In an interview with CBC News, Oliver Burkhard, CEO of ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS), highlighted his company’s recent agreement with Spain’s government-owned Navantia S.A. The two firms are exploring<\/em> joint naval projects, including building TKMS submarine designs at Navantia’s Spanish shipyards. This kind of partnership reflects a broader shift happening across the continent’s defence sector.<\/p>

Rising Demand Is Reshaping the Shipbuilding Market<\/h3>

Burkhard explained the market shift in simple terms. “The pattern which I always observe in this market is [that] everybody in the past had time but no money. Now everybody has money but no time,” he said. In other words, funding is no longer the bottleneck \u2014 production capacity is.<\/p>

A recent report from research firm Imarc projects warship construction demand will grow by more than five per cent<\/em> over the next decade. Consequently, shipyards across Europe are under pressure to deliver faster than ever before. This is exactly why European shipbuilders collaboration<\/strong> has become such a pressing topic for industry leaders.<\/p>

Meanwhile, Canada is already moving on its own naval buildout. The navy has begun constructing its long-awaited River-Class destroyers, and officials have also floated the need for smaller, less expensive, ice-capable corvettes. These projects are part of the National Shipbuilding Program, which is currently wrapping up work on the Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships.<\/p>

Since Canada lacks modern submarine-building expertise, all 12 planned submarines will be built in Germany instead. Burkhard’s visit to Ottawa this week centers on meeting companies partnered with TKMS to supply Canada’s submarine program. Last month, the Carney government named TKMS as the preferred supplier, with a full contract expected by the end of 2027. However, Burkhard believes a signed deal could come sooner, given the pace at which the government has already moved.<\/p>

Notably, Burkhard does not expect any of Canada’s submarine work to shift toward Navantia. The partnership with Spain, he clarified, is focused on separate European projects rather than the Canadian contract itself.<\/p>

A Possible Corvette Deal Built in Canada<\/h3>

Before TKMS was selected for the submarine contract, German officials privately discussed supplying the MEKO A-100 corvette design to a Canadian shipyard. Although this idea never made it into the formal submarine bid, Burkhard confirmed it remains under consideration. So far, however, there has been no official pitch to Canadian officials about exporting the MEKO A-100 package.<\/p>

Burkhard was clear that any such deal would prioritize Canadian manufacturing. “Export also means that it can be built in Canada with our design,” he said. “We don’t want to build them in Germany. We can build them elsewhere together with partners and maybe they are the general contractor. And we are just delivering, let’s say, the material package.”<\/p>

While the idea is still just a concept, Burkhard left the door open. “Let’s say, we’re ready if you are. Then we can talk about that,” he added. This statement suggests Canada could gain both military and industrial benefits if talks eventually move forward.<\/p>

The Canadian navy identified a need for corvettes last year and has since been analyzing what role such ships would play. Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, while still navy commander, defended the need for a smaller yet powerful warship. He pointed to Canada’s quarter million kilometres<\/em> of coastline as justification for expanding the fleet.<\/p>

University of Calgary defence expert Rob Huebert agrees that military necessity \u2014 not economic benefit \u2014 should drive procurement decisions. Still, he welcomes Burkhard’s recognition that countries like Canada need to rearm quickly. “I think anything that will facilitate the construction of extra ships for the navy is a good one,” Huebert said.<\/p>

Huebert also expressed concern about global stability, adding urgency to the conversation. “If we find ourselves in conflict, which I’m very terrified we’re going to in the near future, we need to get as many ships as possible and we need the ability to replace losses,” he said. “So, if the Canadian government is open to that, I think it would be an excellent idea to go with.”<\/p>

Comparisons to the Birth of Airbus<\/h3>

Huebert further noted that closer co-operation among European shipyards is increasingly necessary, especially for submarine construction. Some companies, like TKMS, are operating beyond full capacity, while others sit largely idle. This imbalance is a key driver behind renewed calls for European shipbuilders collaboration<\/strong> across the continent.<\/p>

Burkhard drew a striking historical comparison to explain the moment. He likened today’s shipbuilding conditions to the 1960s, when empty aircraft order books pushed European aerospace firms to form Airbus. Back then, the primary competitors were American giants Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and McDonnell Douglas \u2014 a parallel Burkhard sees repeating in naval defence today.<\/p>

Burkhard acknowledged that building a maritime version of Airbus would be complicated. Even so, he suggested industry leaders \u2014 rather than politicians \u2014 should take the lead. “Politicians have to get re-elected and politicians in France will always take care about French shipyards, and politicians in Spain will always take care of Spanish shipyards,” he said.<\/p>

Instead, Burkhard believes the private sector could drive change from within. “But if the industry comes to an idea and say, ‘Well, let’s join forces like Airbus did in the ’70s,'” he explained. This kind of industry-led approach could reshape how European nations build and share naval technology.<\/p>

This isn’t a new concern, either. Three years ago, the Washington-based Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) warned that European countries were increasing defence spending while co-operating less. The study described this disconnect as a deeply entrenched, ongoing problem \u2014 one that today’s shipbuilding leaders appear finally ready to address.<\/p>

What This Means for Canada<\/h3>

Ultimately, the push toward European shipbuilders collaboration<\/strong> could open new doors for Canadian industry. Whether through submarine construction, corvette manufacturing, or future joint projects, Canada stands to benefit from closer European ties. As global demand for warships accelerates, these partnerships may shape the future of Canada’s naval capabilities for years to come.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Canadian navy submarine construction site in Germany European Shipbuilders Collaboration Could Impact Canada’s Navy Plans Growing demand for warships is pushing European shipyards toward closer ties \u2014 and Canada’s navy may benefit from the ripple effect. European shipbuilders collaboration is emerging as a major theme in the defence industry, and Canada could feel the effects. The head of the German company selected to build Canada’s new submarines is calling for tighter co-operation among European shipyards. This push comes as the Canadian navy also weighs whether to add corvettes to its fleet. In an interview with CBC News, Oliver Burkhard, CEO of ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS), highlighted his company’s recent agreement with Spain’s government-owned Navantia S.A. The two firms are exploring joint naval projects, including building TKMS submarine designs at Navantia’s Spanish shipyards. This kind of partnership reflects a broader shift happening across the continent’s defence sector. Rising Demand Is Reshaping the Shipbuilding Market Burkhard explained the market shift in simple terms. “The pattern which I always observe in this market is [that] everybody in the past had time but no money. Now everybody has money but no time,” he said. In other words, funding is no longer the bottleneck \u2014 production capacity is. A recent report from research firm Imarc projects warship construction demand will grow by more than five per cent over the next decade. Consequently, shipyards across Europe are under pressure to deliver faster than ever before. This is exactly why European shipbuilders collaboration has become such a pressing topic for industry leaders. Meanwhile, Canada is already moving on its own naval buildout. The navy has begun constructing its long-awaited River-Class destroyers, and officials have also floated the need for smaller, less expensive, ice-capable corvettes. These projects are part of the National Shipbuilding Program, which is currently wrapping up work on the Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships. Since Canada lacks modern submarine-building expertise, all 12 planned submarines will be built in Germany instead. Burkhard’s visit to Ottawa this week centers on meeting companies partnered with TKMS to supply Canada’s submarine program. Last month, the Carney government named TKMS as the preferred supplier, with a full contract expected by the end of 2027. However, Burkhard believes a signed deal could come sooner, given the pace at which the government has already moved. Notably, Burkhard does not expect any of Canada’s submarine work to shift toward Navantia. The partnership with Spain, he clarified, is focused on separate European projects rather than the Canadian contract itself. A Possible Corvette Deal Built in Canada Before TKMS was selected for the submarine contract, German officials privately discussed supplying the MEKO A-100 corvette design to a Canadian shipyard. Although this idea never made it into the formal submarine bid, Burkhard confirmed it remains under consideration. So far, however, there has been no official pitch to Canadian officials about exporting the MEKO A-100 package. Burkhard was clear that any such deal would prioritize Canadian manufacturing. “Export also means that it can be built in Canada with our design,” he said. “We don’t want to build them in Germany. We can build them elsewhere together with partners and maybe they are the general contractor. And we are just delivering, let’s say, the material package.” While the idea is still just a concept, Burkhard left the door open. “Let’s say, we’re ready if you are. Then we can talk about that,” he added. This statement suggests Canada could gain both military and industrial benefits if talks eventually move forward. The Canadian navy identified a need for corvettes last year and has since been analyzing what role such ships would play. Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, while still navy commander, defended the need for a smaller yet powerful warship. He pointed to Canada’s quarter million kilometres of coastline as justification for expanding the fleet. University of Calgary defence expert Rob Huebert agrees that military necessity \u2014 not economic benefit \u2014 should drive procurement decisions. Still, he welcomes Burkhard’s recognition that countries like Canada need to rearm quickly. “I think anything that will facilitate the construction of extra ships for the navy is a good one,” Huebert said. Huebert also expressed concern about global stability, adding urgency to the conversation. “If we find ourselves in conflict, which I’m very terrified we’re going to in the near future, we need to get as many ships as possible and we need the ability to replace losses,” he said. “So, if the Canadian government is open to that, I think it would be an excellent idea to go with.” Comparisons to the Birth of Airbus Huebert further noted that closer co-operation among European shipyards is increasingly necessary, especially for submarine construction. Some companies, like TKMS, are operating beyond full capacity, while others sit largely idle. This imbalance is a key driver behind renewed calls for European shipbuilders collaboration across the continent. Burkhard drew a striking historical comparison to explain the moment. He likened today’s shipbuilding conditions to the 1960s, when empty aircraft order books pushed European aerospace firms to form Airbus. Back then, the primary competitors were American giants Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and McDonnell Douglas \u2014 a parallel Burkhard sees repeating in naval defence today. Burkhard acknowledged that building a maritime version of Airbus would be complicated. Even so, he suggested industry leaders \u2014 rather than politicians \u2014 should take the lead. “Politicians have to get re-elected and politicians in France will always take care about French shipyards, and politicians in Spain will always take care of Spanish shipyards,” he said. Instead, Burkhard believes the private sector could drive change from within. “But if the industry comes to an idea and say, ‘Well, let’s join forces like Airbus did in the ’70s,’” he explained. This kind of industry-led approach could reshape how European nations build and share naval technology. This isn’t a new concern, either. Three years ago, the Washington-based Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) warned that European countries were increasing defence spending while co-operating less. 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