For decades, Lockheed Martin has worked directly with Spanish industry to empower the Spanish Navy and deliver state-of-the-art solutions for its frigates, submarines and helicopters.

From the F‑100 frigate that brought Aegis‑enabled air defence to Spanish decks, to the F‑110 frigate equipped with the world’s most advanced SPY-7 radar technology, the partnership between Lockheed Martin and Spanish industry showcases the power of ongoing collaboration.

With F-110 frigates being equipped with Lockheed Martin’s SPY-7(V)2 radar and Aegis Combat System, the Spanish Navy is well prepared for the fight.

Most recently, Spanish shipbuilder Navantia's F-112 Roger de Lauria frigate was officially launched as part of the plan to launch one frigate per year, underscoring the commitment to delivering next-generation maritime capability at speed.

The result of Lockheed Martin’s continued partnership with Spanish companies such as Navantia is a fleet that remains ready, resilient, and at the forefront of maritime excellence.
 

When Aegis and SPY‑7 are paired, Spain gains a future‑proof naval edge that adapts to any mission and scales on demand to meet the toughest combat requirements.

Currently being fielded on over 120 ships across six nations, Aegis is the world’s most mature and capable multi-mission combat system, being used by the Spanish Navy.

As a true multi-mission radar, SPY-7 technology provides security across multiple domains, as well as integrated air and missile defense, anti-aircraft warfare, ballistic missile defense, anti-surface warfare, hypersonic defense and space domain awareness.

The Aegis combat system speaks the same digital language as every other Aegis‑equipped vessel. This common interface means that data from Spain’s SPY-7 radar can be fused instantly with allied ships, aircraft, and NATO command centers, creating a continent‑wide, real‑time picture of the maritime domain. 
 

As the world’s most advanced radar technology, SPY-7 technology allows for rapid and efficient insertion of new capabilities and techniques.

Built on the modular “building block” design of the Sub-Array Suite (SAS), the SPY-7 radar allows for ships to receive greater capability by increasing the number of radar modules, creating a powerful sensor for a long range, high resolution “eye” without a costly redesign.

SPY-7 radar uses “Polarization Diversity” to fulfill its mission. By leveraging this technology, SPY-7 can detect and discriminate complex threats with unparalleled precision, being able to respond swiftly and decisively to emerging threats.

With SPY-7, there’s nowhere for threats to hide.
 

During successful live fire exercises in operationally relevant environments, SPY-7 technology has been used to detect, track and engage threats, while engaging multiple targets simultaneously with proven interceptors.

In partnership with Navantia, Lockheed Martin successfully demonstrated the first live tracking exercise for the Spain F-110 Multi-Mission Frigate's AN/SPY-7(V)2 radar last year.

Looking to the future, multiple F-110 multi-mission frigates and one land-based test facility will complete integration with the SPY-7 radar and the International Aegis Fire Control Loop, providing advanced capability and strategic advantage.

With additional F-110 frigates scheduled to join the Spanish Navy’s fleet, Lockheed Martin stands ready to support the fleet and their mission needs.
 

Through shared technology, joint engineering, and ongoing partnership, Lockheed Martin has continued to deliver capabilities to the Spanish Navy’s fleet to help protect national interests and contribute to collective security.

The next evolution of the F-110 ‘Bonifaz Class’ is the Flight II variant, which will have enhanced integrated air and missile defense capabilities and aims to extend the existing frigate class. The future configuration will evolve the platform while retaining the versatility, anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare capabilities, and digital architecture which characterize this new generation of frigates.

Ongoing company investments in Spain demonstrate Lockheed Martin’s commitment to supporting a strong supply chain within the region to help create high-skill jobs, boost the economy and provide a foundation for future innovations to help counter emerging threats.

By working with Spanish industry, Lockheed Martin is demonstrating continued support to the region, while actively collaborating with industry to provide real-time capability to the Spanish naval fleet for years to come.