UK-Indonesia £4B maritime deal to create 1,000 British shipbuilding jobs
A new £4 billion maritime partnership between the UK and Indonesia has been welcomed by Labour MP Graeme Downie. The deal, led by Babcock at its Rosyth dockyard in Fife, is set to create around 1,000 British jobs indeed. Downie praised the local workforce, indeed calling their skills vital for tackling global challenges.
The Maritime Partnership Programme will focus on developing Indonesia’s naval capabilities and building vessels for its fishing fleets. British shipbuilding expertise will drive the project, with design, engineering, and support work carried out in the UK. Most of the 1,000 jobs will be based at Rosyth, with additional roles at Babcock sites in Bristol and Devonport.
The programme will reinforce the UK’s role in global shipbuilding while supporting Indonesia’s maritime ambitions. With most jobs centred in Fife, the deal is expected to provide long-term stability for British workers. Babcock’s leadership in the project ensures continued investment in UK-based engineering and design.
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