On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Spanish Council of Ministers authorized thirteen major defense contracts totaling 11,860,333,249.78 euros. The funding is designated for the procurement, construction, and modernization of various military assets, ranging from naval vessels to advanced missile systems and aerial defense capabilities.
Naval Investments
A significant portion of the budget is directed toward the Spanish Navy. This includes over 1.7 billion euros for the construction of a new intelligence ship and an ocean hydrographic ship, both to be built by Navantia. The intelligence vessel is slated for completion over a 74-month period with a budget of 591 million euros, while the hydrographic ship is allocated 345 million euros.
Furthermore, the government has earmarked over 2 billion euros for the evolutionary development and modernization of the S-80 submarine fleet. Additional naval maintenance includes mid-life upgrades for Segura-class mine countermeasures vessels (527 million euros), Galicia-class amphibious assault ships (594 million euros), and other surface fleet vessels (209 million euros).
Missile Systems and Air Defense
The package prioritizes strengthening air defense and long-range capabilities. The government has approved 3,396 million euros for high-mobility air defense systems and 1,450 million euros for systems designed to counter unmanned aerial vehicles.
In the missile sector, 792 million euros will be spent over nine years to develop and acquire submarine-launched missiles for the S-80 fleet, aligning with NATO directives. Additionally, 65 million euros is allocated for the Taurus cruise missile MLU-II update, extending operational capacity beyond 2040, and 480 million euros for the European Taurus NEO program.
Aviation and Logistics
Airbus Helicopters España has been awarded a 996 million euro contract for the modernization of the NH90 helicopter fleet. Additionally, a four-year framework agreement valued at 38.5 million euros was approved to provide logistical support and spare parts for the Air and Space Force’s fleet of Canadair firefighting aircraft, including the CL-215, CL-415, and CL-515 models.
For further details, refer to the original report by Demócrata.
