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Fincantieri, a global pioneer in shipbuilding and marine technologies, is proud to announce its newly signed Memorandum of Understanding with Sparkle, Italy’s foremost international service operator and a top global player in telecommunications. This strategic partnership focuses on developing innovative technological solutions to enhance the surveillance and protection of submarine telecommunications cables, vital infrastructures that underpin global connectivity, and digital security. Resilience and security This collaboration reflects a shared vision to strengthen Italy’s technological leadership on the international stage. By combining Fincantieri’s expertise in the underwater domain with Sparkle’s proprietary fibre-optic network spanning over 600,000 kilometers globally, the partnership aims to identify and implement advanced solutions for the resilience and security of subsea infrastructures. Monitoring and safeguarding assets This initiative highlights the company’s dedication to enhancing both civil and military diving Fincantieri brings its unparalleled proficiency in underwater technologies, combining decades of naval expertise with cutting-edge innovations to create advanced systems for monitoring and safeguarding critical maritime assets. This initiative highlights the company’s dedication to enhancing both civil and military diving capabilities while solidifying its status as a global pioneer in underwater technology development. Protecting subsea cables Under the agreement, joint teams from Fincantieri and Sparkle will work closely to address emerging challenges in the underwater sector, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and shared knowledge to safeguard these essential assets. As geopolitical tensions rise and reliance on digital infrastructures grows, this initiative highlights the critical importance of protecting subsea cables for both national security and global economic stability. Reliability and innovation Commenting on the announcement, Pierroberto Folgiero, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Fincantieri said, "The agreement with Sparkle marks an important step in our technological development path in the protection of critical subsea infrastructures. We are ready to deploy our Group's know-how to develop cutting-edge solutions that combine reliability and innovation." "Thanks to this collaboration, in addition to strengthening our commitment to digital security, we concretise the development of civil diving alongside military diving, and we project the role of Fincantieri and Italy as industrial leaders on an international scale, through the synergies between national excellence."

“Viking Vela”, the first of a new series of cruise ships that Fincantieri is building for the shipowner - Viking, has been delivered at the yard in Ancona. The unit is placed in the small cruise ship segment. She has a gross tonnage of about 54,300 tons, is equipped with 499 cabins and is able to accommodate 998 passengers on board. Navigation and safety regulations Viking Vela is the 13th ship delivered to Viking by the Fincantieri Group, including the two expedition cruise vessels built by the Norwegian subsidiary - Vard. Considering the ships ordered to date, and the contracts and options agreements signed in the last months whose finalisation is subject to access to financing as per industry practice, the strong and long-lasting relationship between Fincantieri and Viking encompasses 26 ships. The Viking ships are built according to the latest navigation and safety regulations, and are equipped with high-efficiency engines and systems that minimise the pollution of exhaust gases, and that meet the strictest environmental regulations.

SIMEST, CDP Group's company for the internationalisation of companies, and Fincantieri, a world pioneer in high-complexity shipbuilding signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at promoting new investments, and greater competitiveness, including internationally, and market growth for companies in the shipbuilding supply chain. The agreement was signed by Pierroberto Folgiero, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Fincantieri, and Regina Corradini D’Arienzo, Chief Executive Officer of SIMEST. Capacity and skills The agreement aims to increase the innovative capacity and skills of Fincantieri's suppliers, enabling new investments for growth both in Italy and abroad, supporting the solidity and traceability of the supply chain, and strengthening its profile in international markets. The agreement will enable SIMEST to identify the needs of suppliers, in line with Fincantieri's industrial objectives, enabling access to subsidised financing for investments in innovation, sustainability, and capital strengthening. Growth strategy and diversification These investments may support the training of qualified personnel and the involvement of temporary managers These investments may also support the training of qualified personnel, and the involvement of temporary managers to drive digital and ecological transitions, process innovation, and safety improvements. In addition, the agreement aims to support growth in international markets through the establishment of facilities, the acquisition of certifications and patents, and specialised consultancy for internationalisation projects, all in line with Fincantieri's growth strategy and efforts to diversify and increase market share. Internationalisation and sustainable innovation Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and General Manager of Fincantieri, commented, "It is a pleasure for us to sign this agreement with Simest, in Milan, during our second suppliers' Summit." He adds, "Fincantieri wanted to introduce a new and practical way of working with all partners, focused on innovation and competitiveness, also given the strong growth we are experiencing. SIMEST's innovative tools, available to the entire supply chain, are a major boost for our supplier system in terms of internationalisation and sustainable innovation." Filiere d’impatto supply chain agreement CEO of SIMEST (CDP Group), Regina Corradini D'Arienzo, stated, "Supporting companies in the supply chain is one of the main objectives behind SIMEST's efforts. For this reason, the first 'Filiere d’impatto' supply chain agreement signed is particularly important to us." She adds, "This agreement is a concrete initiative that brings together Fincantieri, the lead company, and its suppliers to assess the most appropriate industrial investments needed for sustainable competitiveness." Identify and select markets Regina Corradini D'Arienzo continues, "SIMEST positions itself as a partner that finances these investments and helps companies in the supply chain - especially SMEs - to identify and select the most suitable international markets for their growth. This approach facilitates the process of choosing the internationalisation tools we provide to thousands of small and micro enterprises, including non-exporting companies within Fincantieri's supply chain." Effective use of initiatives Regina Corradini D'Arienzo adds, "With this support provided to the supply chain, many of these businesses, particularly those located in southern Italy, will be able to make effective use of initiatives such as the “Africa Measure”, implemented in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Development, and part of the Mattei Plan." She concludes, "Initiatives that will enable sustainable and innovative investment, as well as the training of qualified workers from the African continent, helping businesses to grow, while supporting a region with significant growth potential, such as Africa."