Defence company Babcock International Group is ramping up its support to Indonesia’s defence and maritime sector with the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Government of Indonesia.
The LOI supports key pillars of Indonesia’s national development agenda, particularly focusing on naval defence, maritime security, and food security. This agreement builds on Babcock’s 2021 export contract for two Arrowhead 140 licences, which laid the foundation for the Merah Putih-class frigate programme—a significant milestone in Indonesia’s naval modernisation.
Mark Goldsack CBE, Babcock’s Managing Director for Business Growth and AUKUS, emphasised the strategic nature of the partnership:
“Enhancing Indonesia’s naval strength, advancing its defence industry, and creating high-value jobs and skills are at the heart of this collaboration.
Babcock is committed to working closely with our Indonesian partners to deliver long-term impact and deepen our strategic cooperation through innovation and expertise.”
The signing signifies a growing alliance between the Governments of Indonesia and the United Kingdom, aimed at delivering long-term regional security, prosperity, and resilience.
The LOI was signed aboard HMS Richmond during its stop in Jakarta. Signatories included:
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Air Marshal Yusuf Jauhari M. Eng, Head of Defence Facilities Agency, Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Indonesia
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Commissioner General Rudy Heriyanto Adi Nugroho SH, MH, Secretary General, Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries
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Mark Goldsack CBE, Managing Director, Business Growth and AUKUS, Babcock
Witnesses included:
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Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin
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British Ambassador Dominic Jermey
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UK Minister of State for Defence, Lord Coaker
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Commander Richard Kemp, Commanding Officer, HMS Richmond
This collaboration showcases a long-term commitment to co-developing Indonesia’s maritime capabilities while reinforcing the UK’s strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
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