This week in Itajaí, Brazil, TKMS celebrated the launch of the frigate “Cunha Moreira” (F202), the third vessel in the Tamandaré programme (PFCT), the most modern and innovative naval project ever developed in Brazil. The ceremony took place at TKMS Estaleiro Brasil Sul and was attended by the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Minister of Defense, José Múcio Monteiro, the Commander of the Brazilian Navy, Marcos Sampaio Olsen, Paulo Alvarenga, CEO of TKMS Brazil, together with other high-ranking representatives from participating companies, as well as civil and military authorities and representatives of the defense industry. The traditional launching ceremony of the vessel was conducted by its godmother, Mrs. Marcella Olsen, wife of the Commander of the Brazilian Navy. The event marks another milestone in the modernization of Brazil’s naval capabilities and reinforces TKMS’ commitment to technology transfer, strengthening the national Defense Industrial Base and advancing military shipbuilding capabilities in the country.
Paulo Alvarenga CEO of TKMS Brazil: “The progress of the Tamandaré Class frigates demonstrates the Brazilian industry’s capability to execute complex and strategic projects for national sovereignty. The launching of the Cunha Moreira symbolizes not only another important milestone of the PFCT, but also the consolidation of a long-standing partnership between Brazil and Germany. Through the consistent and reliable execution of the program, the shipyard has developed a proven track record in delivering complex naval platforms, creating opportunities to support the naval requirements of regional partners of the Brazilian Navy.”
TKMS AG & Co. KGaA (ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems) is a group and holding company of providers of naval vessels, surface ships and submarines. It was founded when large industrial conglomerate ThyssenKrupp acquired Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft in January 2005. TKMS is one of the world’s leading naval companies with more than 8,000 employees at three shipyards in Kiel, Wismar and Itajaí (Brazil), and with locations worldwide. The company is active as a systems supplier for submarines and naval surface vessels as well as for maritime electronics and security technologies. Around 3,300 employees work at the Kiel site, making it the largest shipyard location in Germany. 185 years of history and the constant striving for improvement allow the company to set new standards time and time again. TKMS offers its customers worldwide tailored solutions to meet the highly complex challenges of a changing world. The driving forces behind this innovative energy are the company’s employees, who shape the future of TKMS with passion and commitment every day.
