BAE Systems begins construction of next aircraft carrier

Posted on 17 Feb 2012
BAE Systems is working in partnership with other defence companies and organisations with operations in the UK, including Babcock, Thales UK and the Ministry of Defence
Work has begun on ‘Block 2’ of the second new aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales. Commander-in-Chief Fleet Admiral George Zambellas cut the first steel in a ceremony at BAE Systems’ Portsmouth production facility to mark the occasion. The section under construction at BAE Systems’ Portsmouth, which will weigh around 6,000 tonnes upon completion, will…

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