Navantia Acquires Assets of Harland & Wolff, Legendary Titanic Shipyard

Navantia, a Spanish shipbuilding company, has acquired the assets of Harland & Wolff, the renowned shipyard known for constructing the Titanic. Alantra acted as the exclusive M&A advisor in this transaction. The acquisition was managed through Navantia's UK subsidiary and secures around 1,000 jobs that were previously at risk, while ensuring the continuation of building three logistic ships for the UK government. This deal is pivotal for Navantia's strategic plans in the UK and showcases Alantra's adeptness in handling intricate transactions involving both public and private entities. Harland & Wolff operates facilities in Belfast, Arnish, Methil, and Appledore, serving the maritime and offshore sectors. Navantia's business encompasses advanced shipbuilding, naval repair and services, defense systems, and green energies. Key members of the Alantra team involved in the transaction include Carlos Rodríguez-Viña, Miguel Hernández, Humberto Salas, Fátima San Román, and Álvaro Ferrer Rodríguez-Cano.