TKMS and EllisDon Sign Strategic Teaming Agreement to Support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project

TKMS and EllisDon signed a Strategic Teaming Agreement reflecting their shared intention to develop a long-term, cooperative, and sustainable collaboration in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP).

Recognizing the strategic importance of Canada’s submarine program and the industrial capabilities required to support it over the long term, both parties express a strong and genuine intention to jointly explore, develop, and implement cooperation related to submarine maintenance, sustainment, and associated infrastructure in Canada.

“We are proud to partner with EllisDon to explore a cooperative approach that supports Canada’s submarine ambitions,” said Thomas Keupp, Chief Sales Officer at TKMS. “TKMS brings decades of experience and deep know-how in submarine infrastructure requirements, and together with our partners, we aim to develop concepts that fully meet Canada’s operational and regulatory expectations.”

Driven by shared corporate values, mutual trust, and a commitment to innovation, TKMS and EllisDon aim to combine their respective strengths to create sustainable, high-value infrastructure capabilities that contribute meaningfully to the CPSP. The collaboration further reflects a joint commitment to increasing skilled employment opportunities, enhancing domestic value creation, and fostering long-term economic benefits within Canada.

“EllisDon is honoured to collaborate with TKMS on an initiative of such national significance,” said, Chris Lane, Senior Vice President at EllisDon. “By contributing our expertise in adapting complex, mission-critical infrastructure to Canadian standards, we aim to help shape a sustainable, future-ready solution that delivers long-term value for Canada’s submarine program.

Within the framework of the CPSP, TKMS is expected to provide the overall infrastructure concept required for the maintenance and repair of the submarine fleet, as well as the associated training facilities for personnel. Building on extensive experience gained over decades and in cooperation with Norwegian partners, TKMS intends to develop a comprehensive infrastructure concept aligned with Canada’s specific requirements.

EllisDon is known to be Canada’s premier defence infrastructure contractor, leading the industry in both defence experience and overall project volume. EllisDon’s role under the envisaged cooperation includes overall responsibility for ensuring that the design and constructability of the TKMS infrastructure solution acknowledges Canada's expectations and applicable requirements for the program. This will require EllisDon's expertise in ensuring that the infrastructure delivery aligns with the overall budget and schedule timelines.