Navantia Charts a New Course: Siemens’ Xcelerator Platform Empowers Spain’s Shipbuilding Innovator 5.0

Navantia, a renowned Spanish naval shipbuilder, is revolutionizing its shipbuilding process by integrating Siemens’ Xcelerator software into its Coastal Hydrographic Vessel (BHC) project. This move is a significant step towards the digital transformation of the shipbuilding industry, as part of Navantia’s Shipyard 5.0 initiative. The Xcelerator suite offers a range of digital solutions, including NX design software, Teamcenter lifecycle management tools, Simcenter simulation capabilities, and Tecnomatix streamlined processes. To ensure a smooth transition, Navantia’s engineers have received training through Siemens’ Marine Digital Twin program. The partnership aims to deliver enhanced process quality, cost optimization, faster deliveries, and sustainable operations. By adopting Xcelerator, Navantia is setting a new standard for the naval industry, paving the way for innovation and technological advancement. The project’s success will be built on a skilled workforce, with plans for further training and education in digital shipbuilding technologies.