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Within the [[Raspur Pact]], Pontecorvo serves as the primary supplier of major combatants to allied navies. [[Constancia]], [[Natopia]], the [[Benacian Union]], and [[Hurmu]] have all procured Pontecorvo-built vessels or placed orders for future delivery. The [[Dominion-class arsenal ship]] program represents the firm's largest international collaboration, with design and production responsibilities shared among Pontecorvo, [[Neridia Defense Industries]] of [[Natopia]], and [[Dingo Enterprises]]. | Within the [[Raspur Pact]], Pontecorvo serves as the primary supplier of major combatants to allied navies. [[Constancia]], [[Natopia]], the [[Benacian Union]], and [[Hurmu]] have all procured Pontecorvo-built vessels or placed orders for future delivery. The [[Dominion-class arsenal ship]] program represents the firm's largest international collaboration, with design and production responsibilities shared among Pontecorvo, [[Neridia Defense Industries]] of [[Natopia]], and [[Dingo Enterprises]]. | ||
International [[Raspur Pact]] competitors include [[Dingo Enterprises]] (strong in arsenal ships and surface combatants), [[Neridia Defense Industries]] (survivability systems and armor), and various [[Benacian Union]] yards (cost-competitive on conventional vessels and operability). | International [[Raspur Pact]] competitors include [[Dingo Enterprises]] (strong in arsenal ships and surface combatants), [[Neridia Defense Industries]] (survivability systems and armor), and various [[Benacian Union]] yards (cost-competitive on conventional vessels and operability). | ||
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| Type | Private |
| Industry | Shipbuilding, Defense, Maritime Technology |
| Founded | 1673 AN |
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Pontecorvo, Alduria,  Nouvelle Alexandrie |
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| Employees | ~145,000 (1750 AN) |
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The Pontecorvo Firm (Alexandrian: Firme Pontecorvo; Martino: Firma Pontecorvo) is a shipbuilder and naval defense contractor headquartered in Pontecorvo, Alduria, Nouvelle Alexandrie. The firm serves as the primary supplier of major surface combatants, submarines, and aircraft carriers to the Federal Navy of Nouvelle Alexandrie, Constancia, Natopia, and other Raspur Pact nations. As of 1750 AN, Pontecorvo operates the only facilities in the Raspur Pact certified for Alexandrium-powered naval vessel construction.
The firm has evolved from a regional shipyard into an integrated maritime technology corporation organized across eight specialized divisions. Its product portfolio spans aircraft carriers, guided missile cruisers, nuclear attack submarines, and amphibious assault ships, alongside autonomous maritime systems, combat management platforms, and fleet lifecycle services. Pontecorvo maintains a dominant position in vessels exceeding 5,000 tonnes displacement, while smaller combatants and patrol craft remain competitive markets shared with ESB Armada and international yards.
With a direct workforce of approximately 145,000 employees across facilities in Alduria, the Wechua Nation, South Lyrica, and the Isles of Caputia, Pontecorvo ranks among the largest private employers in Nouvelle Alexandrie. The firm also provides technical partnership to the Grand Lausanne Shipyard, a joint venture with the United Manufacturing Corporation employing an additional 42,000 workers. The firm's annual production capacity of approximately 3.76 million deadweight tonnes positions it as the largest naval shipbuilder in the Raspur Pact and among the most productive globally.
The firm's flagship programs include the Vanguard-class aircraft carrier, the first operational warship integrating Alexandrium nuclear propulsion and magnetohydrodynamic drive systems, and the Dominion-class arsenal ship, a trilateral development program with Neridia Defense Industries and Dingo Enterprises of Natopia.
History
Giuseppe Cholmondeley founded the Pontecorvo Firm in 1673 AN as a small repair yard serving the local fishing fleet and coastal traders of Pontecorvo, Alduria. Cholmondeley, a naval architect trained at the Aldurian Maritime Academy, had spent fifteen years in government service designing patrol vessels before establishing his own enterprise. His approach emphasized precision craftsmanship over volume production, a philosophy captured in his frequently quoted maxim: "A ship built quickly sinks slowly; a ship built well sails forever."
The firm's first naval contract came in 1678 AN, when the Aldurian state government commissioned four coastal patrol craft. Cholmondeley delivered the vessels ahead of schedule and under budget, establishing the reputation for reliability that would define the company's early decades. By 1681 AN, the firm had expanded to three building slips and employed 340 workers.
The privatization programs initiated by Prime Minister Alfonso Velez in 1681 AN presented an opportunity for expansion. Cholmondeley, working with financial partners Marco Valez and Gemma Khundt, acquired the Aldurian Shipbuilding Corporation (ASC), gaining control of commercial shipbuilding facilities in Alkhiva and Punta Santiago. This acquisition established the multi-site operational model that would characterize Pontecorvo's later growth.
The firm reached a significant milestone in 1684 AN when the Aldurian Department of Defense commissioned Alduria's first aircraft carrier, alongside destroyers, frigates, and attack submarines. The carrier project drew criticism for its costs and fell victim to political instability following the 1685 coup, resulting in cancellation. The remainder of the procurement order was fulfilled, but the carrier's cancellation represented a substantial financial setback. Following an internal dispute over the company's direction, Cholmondeley resigned as CEO and announced his retirement after eleven years at the helm. He died in 1692 AN, but his design philosophy and quality standards remained embedded in company culture.
Federation era expansion (1685-1721)
Marco Valez succeeded Cholmondeley as CEO in 1684 AN and led the firm through the transition to federation. Where Cholmondeley had been a craftsman focused on individual vessel quality, Valez was an industrialist who recognized the opportunity presented by Alduria-Wechua's formation in 1685 AN. He invested heavily in production capacity, adding four building slips at Pontecorvo and establishing the Rothborne facility to serve the growing naval requirements of the new federation.
Under Valez, military shipbuilding revenue overtook commercial operations for the first time. The firm secured contracts to supply Raspur Pact partners including Constancia and early orders from what would become the Benacian Union. Valez guided the company through the Recession of 1709 with targeted workforce reductions and a pivot toward export markets, avoiding the bankruptcies that claimed several smaller Aldurian yards during that period. He retired in }1710 AN after 26 years as CEO, having transformed a regional shipyard into a multinational defense contractor.
Elena DiConstanzo, the first woman to lead a major New Alexandrian defense firm, succeeded Valez in 1710 AN. Her tenure prioritized technological advancement, establishing a dedicated military shipbuilding division and pioneering development of advanced propulsion systems and reduced-signature hull designs. Under DiConstanzo, the firm expanded internationally, securing orders from Meckelnburgh and Hurmu.
However, the period from 1719 AN to 1721 AN brought the most serious crisis in company history. The Emergency Shipbuilding Program, initiated to rapidly expand the Federal Navy for the Wars of the Disinherited, overwhelmed production capacity. Hastened procurement cycles, compounded by jurisdictional conflicts between the National Ordnance and Procurement Board and the Office of Procurement, created conditions for the Emergency Shipbuilding Program procurement scandal. The Piquot-Rivera Report documented systemic failures in oversight and quality control, though it absolved DiConstanzo of direct involvement. The Board of Directors nonetheless forced her resignation in 1721 AN, citing the need for leadership change to restore customer confidence.
Recovery and transformation (1721-1746)
Alexandre Fortier was appointed CEO in 1721 AN with a mandate to stabilize operations and restore the firm's reputation. A former Federal Navy procurement officer, Fortier understood both the customer's perspective and the regulatory environment. He implemented the reforms recommended by the Piquot-Rivera Report, establishing the Project Management Excellence Center in 1729 AN to prevent future procurement failures. The center's oversight protocols improved on-time delivery rates by 27% within five years.
The Recession of 1726 tested Fortier's reforms. Declining orders and tightened credit forced a second restructuring, and internal divisions over the company's strategic direction led to Fortier's resignation. Luisa Henriquez, previously Director of the Aldurian Shipbuilding Corporation, was elevated to CEO in 1727 AN.
Henriquez's tenure proved transformative. Recognizing that shipbuilding alone could not sustain long-term growth, she diversified the firm into adjacent markets. Between 1728 AN and 1737 AN, Pontecorvo established four new divisions: Maritime Autonomous Systems Division (1729 AN), Green Maritime Technology Center (1730 AN), Naval Combat Systems Division (1732 AN), and Pontecorvo Fleet Lifecycle Management (1734 AN). These expansions enabled the firm to offer integrated solutions spanning vessel design, construction, combat systems, and through-life support.
Henriquez also positioned the company to capitalize on the Force 1752 initiative. Beginning in 1738 AN, she committed substantial resources to Alexandrium naval propulsion research, entering partnership with the National Research and Development Corporation on Project Silent Wave. This investment secured the contract to build the revolutionary Vanguard-class aircraft carrier prototype in 1742 AN.
By 1745 AN, service-based revenue had grown from 8% to 31% of total income, providing stability during shipbuilding market fluctuations. Henriquez announced her planned retirement in late 1745 AN, allowing the Board to execute its first planned succession rather than crisis response.
Delgado era (1746-present)
Roberto Delgado, who had served as Director of the Naval Combat Systems Division since 1740 AN, became CEO in mid-1746 AN. His tenure has focused on executing the programs Henriquez positioned: the Vanguard-class production program following successful prototype trials in I.1750 AN, and the Dominion-class arsenal ship trilateral development with Natopia.
The FNS Vanguard prototype completed sea trials in I.1750 AN, successfully demonstrating Alexandrium propulsion, magnetohydrodynamic drive, and advanced aviation systems integration. The Department of Defense approved a four-ship production order in VII.1750 AN, validating the firm's technology investments and cementing its position as the sole manufacturer of Alexandrium-powered warships.
Design philosophy
The Pontecorvo Firm has codified engineering principles that distinguish its vessels from competitors. These standards, formalized across company documentation as the "Pontecorvo Standard," emerged from operational experience, lessons learned during the Emergency Shipbuilding Program procurement scandal, and the unique requirements of serving a federation with naval responsibilities spanning three continents.
Sustained operations doctrine
All Pontecorvo military vessels are designed for deployments of 18 months or longer without major overhaul. This requirement, formalized after 1730 AN, drives decisions across every system. Propulsion plants are rated for 8,000 continuous operating hours between scheduled maintenance. Freshwater generation exceeds crew requirements by 40% to account for extended operations without port access. Food storage supports 120-day autonomous operations at full complement.
The doctrine reflects operational reality. The Federal Navy of Nouvelle Alexandrie maintains permanent forward deployments throughout Micras, and vessels that cannot sustain these deployments impose unacceptable logistical burdens. Competitors designing for shorter deployment cycles find their vessels poorly suited to New Alexandrian service requirements.
Tri-continental versatility
The Federal Navy operates across Apollonia, Eura, Corum, and Keltia, with vessels regularly transiting between theaters. Pontecorvo designs must perform reliably in polar conditions, tropical waters, and variable climates. Hull coatings are formulated for both ice resistance and tropical biofouling prevention. HVAC systems are rated for ambient temperatures from -40C to +45C. Electronic systems are hardened against both Arctic condensation and tropical humidity.
Crew-centric design
Following analysis of crew performance during the Oportia campaign in the Fourth Euran War, Pontecorvo formalized habitability standards treating living conditions as a combat effectiveness multiplier. Current standards mandate individual sleeping berths for all enlisted personnel, with shared berthing limited to four persons per compartment. Noise levels in berthing areas may not exceed 55 decibels during normal operations. Each vessel includes dedicated fitness facilities, medical treatment capacity proportional to crew size, and recreational spaces separate from work areas.
Modular integration architecture
The Modular Integration Architecture (MIA) standard, adopted in 1729 AN, defines common data formats, power interfaces, and physical mounting specifications for all combat systems. Weapons, sensors, and electronic warfare systems from any MIA-compliant supplier can be integrated into Pontecorvo vessels without custom engineering. This architecture emerged from the Emergency Shipbuilding Program procurement scandal, when incompatible systems from different suppliers created integration failures that delayed vessel deliveries by an average of 14 months.
Alexandrium readiness
Since 1738 AN, all new Pontecorvo military vessel designs incorporate provisions for Alexandrium technology integration, even when initial production uses conventional systems. Provisions include reinforced reactor compartment framing rated for Alexandrium-239 compact reactors, pre-installed power distribution capacity for magnetohydrodynamic propulsion, and shielding provisions exceeding requirements for conventional nuclear systems. This adds approximately 3% to construction costs but enables mid-life upgrades without major structural modifications.
Competitive position
Domestic market
Within Nouvelle Alexandrie, Pontecorvo competes primarily with ESB Armada, the maritime subsidiary of the ESB Group. The two firms have developed differentiated market positions over decades of parallel operation. Pontecorvo dominates construction of major combatants: aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, submarines, and amphibious assault ships. The firm's advantages in this segment include established nuclear propulsion expertise, exclusive Alexandrium integration certification, larger building facilities capable of accommodating vessels exceeding 50,000 tonnes, and long-standing relationships with the Federal Navy's carrier and submarine communities.
ESB Armada maintains competitive strength in smaller surface combatants, patrol vessels, fast attack craft, minesweepers, and landing craft. ESB's advantages include lower overhead costs, faster delivery times for vessels under 3,000 tonnes, strong relationships with the Federal Gendarmerie Maritime Service, and competitive pricing on export orders where Alexandrium integration is not required.
The two firms occasionally compete directly on mid-sized vessels such as frigates and corvettes. Contract awards in this segment typically depend on specific program requirements: Pontecorvo wins when integration with fleet combat systems or future Alexandrium upgrade paths are priorities; ESB Armada wins when cost and delivery schedule take precedence.
The Emergency Shipbuilding Program of 1719 AN-1721 AN illustrated both firms' limitations. ESB Armada failed to commence meaningful production, while Pontecorvo struggled with quality control under accelerated timelines. The scandal prompted both companies to reform their processes, with Pontecorvo establishing the Project Management Excellence Center and ESB Armada thoroughly restructuring its naval division and pursuing its own internal remedies.
International position
Within the Raspur Pact, Pontecorvo serves as the primary supplier of major combatants to allied navies. Constancia, Natopia, the Benacian Union, and Hurmu have all procured Pontecorvo-built vessels or placed orders for future delivery. The Dominion-class arsenal ship program represents the firm's largest international collaboration, with design and production responsibilities shared among Pontecorvo, Neridia Defense Industries of Natopia, and Dingo Enterprises.
International Raspur Pact competitors include Dingo Enterprises (strong in arsenal ships and surface combatants), Neridia Defense Industries (survivability systems and armor), and various Benacian Union yards (cost-competitive on conventional vessels and operability).
Divisions and organization
Pontecorvo Shipbuilding
The Pontecorvo Shipbuilding division constructs and maintains the Federal Navy's capital ships, including aircraft carriers, cruisers, and submarines. The division operates the firm's two Alexandrium-certified graving docks and the submarine construction halls at the Pontecorvo Shipbuilding Yards. Current programs include the Vanguard-class aircraft carrier production run and lead ship construction for the Dominion-class arsenal ship.
Rothborne Shipbuilding & Offshore Industries
Rothborne specializes in surface combatants, amphibious warships, and Maritime Security Cutters. Since 1732 AN, the division has expanded into offshore renewable energy infrastructure, developing floating wind platforms, tidal energy systems, and wave energy converters. The Rothborne Complex in Rothborne City, Alduria, operates eight building slips with capacity for vessels up to 30,000 tonnes.
Aldurian Shipbuilding Corporation
The Aldurian Shipbuilding Corporation focuses on commercial vessels including cargo ships, tankers, and passenger vessels. ASC also constructs energy and marine infrastructure, including port facilities. The division's Modular Commercial Vessel Program, launched in 1731 AN, created standardized ship designs with interchangeable components that reduced production time by 18% and improved maintenance efficiency for commercial clients.
Pontecorvo Technical Solutions
Pontecorvo Technical Solutions (PTS) provides fleet support, software engineering, IT solutions, and cybersecurity services. The division's Maritime Cybersecurity Operations Center provides continuous monitoring and threat response for both military and commercial clients. PTS also manages training programs, intelligence analysis support, and nuclear energy operations consulting.
Maritime Autonomous Systems Division
Established in 1729 AN, the Maritime Autonomous Systems Division (MASD) develops autonomous and semi-autonomous maritime vehicles. The portfolio includes the Voyager-class Unmanned Underwater Vehicles, Sentinel Autonomous Surface Vessels, and the Hybrid Autonomous Maritime Platform system. MASD maintains a dedicated testing facility in waters near Port Tablot.
Green Maritime Technology Center
Founded in 1730 AN, the Green Maritime Technology Center (GMTC) develops environmentally sustainable propulsion systems, energy-efficient hull designs, and alternative power solutions. Key products include the Neptune Hybrid Propulsion System and Poseidon Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology. The center conducts research into carbon-neutral synthetic fuels and advanced battery storage systems for maritime applications.
Established in 1732 AN, the Naval Combat Systems Division (NCSD) develops integrated electronic warfare systems, sensors, and combat management solutions. The division's flagship product, the Integrated Naval Combat Management System (INCMS), provides battlespace awareness, weapons control, and tactical decision support. NCSD maintains secure development facilities in Punta Santiago.
Pontecorvo Fleet Lifecycle Management
Launched in 1734 AN, Pontecorvo Fleet Lifecycle Management (PFLM) addresses the entire operational lifespan of vessels from commissioning through decommissioning. The division provides maintenance planning, technical support, parts management, and upgrade services. PFLM's Predictive Maintenance System utilizes sensor networks and analytics to anticipate maintenance needs. Since establishment, the division has secured long-term service contracts for over 70% of Pontecorvo-built vessels.
Facilities
The Pontecorvo Firm operates the largest shipbuilding infrastructure in Nouvelle Alexandrie and among the most extensive in the Raspur Pact. The firm's 49 construction positions across seven primary facilities, plus technical partnership with the Grand Lausanne Shipyard, provide annual capacity exceeding 3.76 million deadweight tonnes.
Pontecorvo Shipbuilding Yards
The Pontecorvo Shipbuilding Yards occupy 412 hectares along the Aldura River estuary in Pontecorvo, Alduria, where deep-water access permits vessels of any size to reach open sea. The complex comprises eight building positions: two 95,000-tonne graving docks (Docks 1-2), two 45,000-tonne legacy graving docks (Docks 3-4), and four building slips for vessels under 25,000 tonnes (Docks 5-8).
Docks 1 and 2 are the only facilities in the Raspur Pact certified for Alexandrium reactor installation and magnetohydrodynamic propulsion integration. These docks underwent NAX€1.8 billion in upgrades between 1740 AN and 1744 AN to accommodate Project Silent Wave requirements, including radiation shielding, 350-tonne crane capacity, and secure reactor assembly halls.
The adjacent Cholmondeley Design Center houses 2,400 naval architects, marine engineers, and technical specialists. The facility operates three shifts continuously, with workforce transportation provided by dedicated rail links to residential areas.
The Pontecorvo Submarine Works, located within the Yards complex, contains six construction halls. Halls 1-2 accommodate submarines up to 18,000 tonnes submerged displacement (SSBN/SSGN), while Halls 3-6 handle attack submarines up to 8,000 tonnes.
The Yards directly employ 34,000 workers, with the carrier program supporting 8,200 positions.
Grand Lausanne Shipyard
The Grand Lausanne Shipyard in Lausanne, South Lyrica, operates as a joint venture between Pontecorvo and the United Manufacturing Corporation. Constructed between 1731 AN and 1737 AN, the facility stretches over four kilometers and represents the largest single shipbuilding complex in Nouvelle Alexandrie.
The shipyard contains ten large-scale dry docks, including the 672-meter by 92-meter Dock Alpha capable of constructing the largest vessels afloat. The facility builds VLCC tankers, container vessels, LNG carriers, drilling ships, and naval warships. Federal Navy repair docks and supply stations within the complex support operational fleet maintenance.
Grand Lausanne employs approximately 42,000 workers under UMC management, with Pontecorvo providing technical expertise, design services, and quality oversight. The facility's commercial focus complements Pontecorvo's military specialization, allowing the firm to participate in commercial shipbuilding markets without diluting its core naval competencies.
Wechuahuasi Shipbuilding Complex
The Wechuahuasi Complex in Wechuahuasi, Wechua Nation, serves as Pontecorvo's primary Keltian construction facility. The megashipyard comprises six building positions: two 85,000-tonne graving docks and four 35,000-tonne building slips. A submarine construction facility with two halls handles attack submarines up to 10,000 tonnes submerged displacement.
The complex is scheduled for Alexandrium integration capability upgrades by 1758 AN, which will provide redundant Alexandrium-capable construction capacity outside Alduria.
Wechuahuasi employs 28,000 production workers plus 4,000 at the submarine facility, drawing labor from the Wechua Nation's strong technical education system.
Rothborne Shipbuilding & Offshore Industries Complex
The Rothborne Complex in Rothborne City, Alduria, operates eight building slips with capacity for vessels up to 30,000 tonnes. The facility specializes in surface combatants, amphibious vessels, and offshore energy infrastructure.
The complex employs 18,000 workers and includes dedicated facilities for offshore platform construction and integration.
Other facilities
- Aldurian Shipbuilding Yards (Alkhiva, Alduria): Four building slips for commercial vessels up to 25,000 tonnes. 14,000 employees.
- Port Tablot Shipyards (Port Tablot, Isles of Caputia): Three building slips serving Apollonian maritime trade routes. 8,000 employees.
- Punta Santiago Yards (Punta Santiago, Alduria): Two floating docks providing fleet support, training, and repair services. Houses the Naval Combat Systems Integration Facility. 6,000 employees.
Maintenance and service facilities
Pontecorvo operates maintenance and repair facilities at major naval bases throughout Nouvelle Alexandrie and partner nations:
- La Fortaleza de Melusina Yard Complex (La Fortaleza de Melusina, South Lyrica)
- Norvind Navy Yard (Norvind, Altus, Alduria)
- Piriya Navy Yard (Piriya, Alduria)
- Naval Group Yard (Alvarenga, Alduria)
- Wechu Yard (San Francisco, Wechua Nation)
- Global Fleet Support Centers (established 1734 AN-1736 AN at allied naval bases)
Research and development facilities
- Maritime Autonomous Systems Development Center (Beauharnais, Alduria): Indoor testing tanks and simulation environments. Established 1729 AN.
- Green Maritime Technology Research Campus (near Chambery, Valencia): Propulsion testing, materials laboratories, environmental simulation. Opened 1730 AN.
- Naval Combat Systems Integration Facility (Punta Santiago, Alduria): Secure development labs, testing ranges, combat systems integration. Built 1732 AN.
Capacity summary
| Facility | Location | Building positions | Maximum vessel size | Annual capacity (DWT) | Workforce |
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| Pontecorvo Shipbuilding Yards | Pontecorvo, Alduria | 8 docks/slips | 95,000 t | 850,000 | 34,000 |
| Pontecorvo Submarine Works | Pontecorvo, Alduria | 6 halls | 18,000 t (submerged) | 95,000 | 12,000 |
| Grand Lausanne Shipyard* | Lausanne, South Lyrica | 10 dry docks | Unlimited (VLCC) | 1,200,000 | 42,000* |
| Wechuahuasi Complex | Wechuahuasi, Wechua Nation | 6 docks/slips | 85,000 t | 620,000 | 28,000 |
| Wechuahuasi Submarine Facility | Wechuahuasi, Wechua Nation | 2 halls | 10,000 t (submerged) | 35,000 | 4,000 |
| Rothborne Complex | Rothborne City, Alduria | 8 slips | 30,000 t | 380,000 | 18,000 |
| Aldurian Shipbuilding Yards | Alkhiva, Alduria | 4 slips | 25,000 t | 280,000 | 14,000 |
| Port Tablot Shipyards | Port Tablot, Isles of Caputia | 3 slips | 20,000 t | 180,000 | 8,000 |
| Punta Santiago Yards | Punta Santiago, Alduria | 2 floating docks | 15,000 t | 120,000 | 6,000 |
| Total (Pontecorvo direct) | 2,560,000 | 124,000 | |||
| Total (including Grand Lausanne JV) | 3,760,000 | 166,000 | |||
*Grand Lausanne is a joint venture with United Manufacturing Corporation; workforce employed by UMC.
Workforce
Composition
As of 1750 AN, Pontecorvo directly employs approximately 145,000 workers across its facilities, with an additional 42,000 at the Grand Lausanne joint venture. The direct workforce comprises:
| Category | Employees | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Production workers (welders, electricians, pipefitters, machinists) | 65,000 | 45% |
| Engineers and technical specialists | 36,000 | 25% |
| Administrative and support staff | 22,000 | 15% |
| Management and supervision | 14,500 | 10% |
| Research and design | 7,500 | 5% |
| Total | 145,000 | 100% |
Training and development
The Pontecorvo Technical Academy, established in 1695 AN, provides apprenticeship programs for production trades and continuing education for technical staff. The four-year apprenticeship program accepts approximately 2,400 trainees annually, with completion rates averaging 78%. Graduates are guaranteed employment at Pontecorvo facilities for a minimum of three years.
The firm maintains partnerships with the Royal University of Parap, the University of Punta Santiago, and the Aldurian Maritime Academy for engineering recruitment. The Cholmondeley Fellowship program sponsors 120 graduate students annually in naval architecture, marine engineering, and materials science, with recipients committing to five years of Pontecorvo employment upon completion.
Labor relations
Production workers at Pontecorvo facilities are represented by the Maritime Industries Workers Federation (MIWF), with collective bargaining agreements renewed on five-year cycles. The current agreement, effective through 1754 AN, provides for annual wage adjustments indexed to inflation plus productivity gains, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and retirement benefits through the New Alexandrian Industrial Pension System.
The firm has experienced three work stoppages since federation: a two-week strike in 1703 AN over safety conditions, a four-day walkout in 1728 AN during the Recession, and a one-week dispute in 1738 AN over healthcare contributions. Relations with the MIWF are generally characterized as cooperative, with joint labor-management committees addressing workplace issues before they escalate to formal grievances.
Supply chain
Pontecorvo has invested in developing supply chains for materials unique to Nouvelle Alexandrie, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. The Supply Chain Resilience Office, created in 1733 AN, maintains risk assessments for key suppliers, develops contingency sourcing plans, and manages strategic inventory reserves.
Key domestic suppliers include:
- Steel: Santander Steel Works and Aldurian Metallurgical Corporation provide approximately 70% of hull steel. Remaining requirements sourced from Constancia, Zeed, and Natopia.
- Propulsion systems: ESB Susa supplies conventional propulsion components; Alexandrium systems produced internally with National Research and Development Corporation partnership.
- Electronics: Javelin Industries provides avionics, radar systems, and electronic warfare components under long-term supply agreements.
- Weapons systems: Vertical launch systems and missile components sourced from Javelin Industries and Neridia Defense Industries.
- Specialized materials: Wechua concrete composites from Royal University of Parap partnership; Alexandrium-graphene armor from Javelin Industries materials division.
Domestic content
Federal procurement regulations require minimum 60% domestic content for military vessels. Pontecorvo typically exceeds this threshold, with recent major combatants averaging 72% domestic content by value. The firm has qualified secondary suppliers for all components requiring more than six months lead time. During the Fourth Euran War operations around Oportia, no Pontecorvo vessel experienced operational delays due to parts shortages, validating the Supply Chain Resilience Office's contingency planning.
Financial overview
As a private company, the Pontecorvo Firm does not publish detailed financial statements. The following estimates derive from government filings, industry analysis, and company disclosures.
Revenue and composition
Industry analysts estimate annual revenue at NAX€18-22 billion as of 1750 AN, with significant year-to-year variation based on major vessel deliveries. Revenue composition has shifted substantially since the establishment of service-oriented divisions:
| Segment | Percentage | Primary activities |
|---|---|---|
| Military shipbuilding | 52% | Aircraft carriers, submarines, surface combatants, amphibious vessels |
| Service and lifecycle management | 35% | Maintenance contracts, fleet support, upgrades, training |
| Commercial shipbuilding | 8% | Container ships, tankers, icebreakers (primarily through Grand Lausanne JV) |
| Autonomous systems and technology | 5% | UUVs, combat systems, cybersecurity services |
The growth of service-based revenue from 8% in 1728 AN to 35% in 1750 AN reflects deliberate diversification, providing stable income between major construction contracts.
Order backlog
As of VII.1750 AN, the firm's order backlog stands at approximately NAX€47 billion, representing roughly 2.5 years of production at current capacity:
| Program | Estimated value | Units | Client(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard-class aircraft carrier | NAX€32.8 billion | 4 | Nouvelle Alexandrie
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| Dominion-class arsenal ship | NAX€8.4 billion | 6 (NAX share) | Nouvelle Alexandrie,  Natopia
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| Surface combatants (various) | NAX€3.2 billion | 18 | Multiple |
| Submarines (various) | NAX€2.1 billion | 8 | Multiple |
| Commercial vessels | NAX€0.5 billion | 12 | Multiple |
Research and development
The firm invests approximately 4.2% of revenue in research and development, above the 2.8% industry average for defense shipbuilders. R&D expenditure increased substantially after 1738 AN due to Project Silent Wave participation:
| Year | R&D expenditure | Percentage of revenue | Primary focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1735 AN | NAX€380 million | 2.9% | Autonomous systems, hybrid propulsion |
| 1740 AN | NAX€520 million | 3.4% | Alexandrium integration, MHD propulsion |
| 1745 AN | NAX€780 million | 4.0% | Vanguard prototype, combat systems |
| 1750 AN | NAX€890 million | 4.2% | Production engineering, next-generation concepts |
Government research funding through Force 1752 and Project Silent Wave supplements company investment. The Vanguard prototype alone received NAX€890 million in government funding alongside NAX€2.4 billion in company investment.
Technological innovations
The firm's participation in Project Silent Wave has positioned Pontecorvo as the sole manufacturer of Alexandrium-powered naval vessels. These technologies represent a generational advancement in propulsion and survivability.
Developed jointly with the National Research and Development Corporation, the Alexandrium-239 compact naval reactor occupies 40% less space than conventional naval reactors while generating 650 megawatts. The fuel assembly maintains 94% efficiency compared to 73% for conventional fuel, enabling a 35-year refueling cycle versus 20 years for existing designs. First operational integration occurred in the FNS Vanguard prototype; planned for Vanguard-class production vessels and Dominion-class arsenal ships.
Magnetohydrodynamic propulsion system
The MHD propulsion system uses electromagnetic forces to accelerate seawater, producing thrust without moving parts in the propulsion train. Acoustic signatures are 85% lower than traditional propeller-driven vessels. During Vanguard trials, the vessel accelerated from 10 to 30 knots in 47 seconds while maintaining acoustic stealth. Intellectual property is jointly held by the Project Silent Wave consortium; Pontecorvo maintains exclusive manufacturing rights for naval applications.
Alexandrium-graphene composite armor
Developed with Javelin Industries materials division, this armor provides protection equivalent to twice the thickness of conventional armor at 60% weight. Weight savings allow enhanced electronic warfare systems and additional weapons capacity. Integrated into Vanguard-class and planned for Dominion-class vessels.
Conventional technologies
Neptune Hybrid Propulsion System
Combines marine diesel engines with electric drive powered by advanced batteries. Delivers 25-40% fuel consumption improvement over conventional systems, lower emissions, and silent running capability for military applications. Implemented in Proteus-class modular warships and Gaia-class commercial freighters.
Provides navigation capability when NovaNav MPS signals are compromised. Uses quantum sensing to detect gravitational and magnetic field variations, providing position accuracy within 2 meters without external reference signals. Provides tactical advantages in contested environments.
The INCMS provides battlespace awareness, weapons control, and tactical decision support across multi-domain operations. Developed by the Naval Combat Systems Division, the system has been adopted as standard across Federal Navy surface combatants and is available for export to Raspur Pact partners.
Products
Commercial shipbuilding
Pontecorvo Firm presents an array of commercial vessels, encompassing icebreakers, container ships, oil tankers, luxury yachts, and specialized support vessels. Emphasizing innovation, safety, and environmental sustainability, Pontecorvo serves a significant role in the global maritime domain.
Icebreakers
Pontecorvo's icebreakers are engineered for performance in ice-covered waters, ensuring safe and effective passages for commercial and scientific missions in Arctic and Antarctic regions.
| Icebreakers specifications | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Displacement | Length | Beam | Draft | Installed power |
| Ice Queen-class | 33,530 t (33,000 long tons) | 173.3 m (569 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) | 10.5 m (34 ft) | Two AlduATOM modular nuclear reactors (2 x 175 MWt) |
| Polar Star-class | 13,623 long tons (13,842 t) | 399 ft (122 m) | 83 ft 6 in (25.45 m) | 31 ft (9.4 m) | 6 diesel engines (3,000 hp each) + 3 gas turbines (25,000 hp each) |
| Arctic Navigator-class | 20,000 long tons (20,321 t) | 150 m (492 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) | Diesel-electric propulsion system (60,000 hp) |
| Frost Guardian-class | 18,000 long tons (18,288 t) | 140 m (459 ft) | 28 m (92 ft) | 7.5 m (24 ft 7 in) | Dual-fuel engines (LNG + Diesel) (45,000 hp) |
| Polar Expedition-class | 25,000 long tons (25,401 t) | 160 m (525 ft) | 33 m (108 ft) | 9 m (29 ft 6 in) | Neptune Hybrid Propulsion System (75,000 hp) |
Commercial vessels
Pontecorvo's commercial fleet serves global shipping and logistics sectors, offering container ships and oil tankers optimized for efficiency, security, and environmental compatibility.
| Commercial vessels specifications | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Capacity (TEU) | Length | Beam | Draft | Notable models |
| Ultra Large Container Ship (ULCS) | 18,000+ | 400 m (1,312 ft) | 59 m (193 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) | Leviathan-class |
| Super Container Vessel (SCV) | 14,501-18,000 | 366 m (1,200 ft) | 49 m (160 ft) | 15.5 m (51 ft) | Aqaba-class |
| AqabaMax1 | 5,101-14,500 | 366 m (1,200 ft) | 49 m (160 ft) | 15.2 m (49.9 ft) | Nivardom-class, Aldric-class |
| AlkhivaMax2 | 3,001-5,100 | 294 m (965 ft) | 32.31 m (106 ft) | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) | Ships-of-the-Bay-class |
| FeederMax | 2,001-3,000 | 230 m (755 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) | Khan-class |
| Feeder3 | 1,001-2,000 | 150 m (492 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) | 9.5 m (31 ft) | Edgardia-class |
| BabyFeeder | Up to 1,000 | 100 m (328 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) | Independence-class |
| EcoFreighter | 8,000-12,000 | 320 m (1,050 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) | Gaia-class |
- 1 AqabaMax refers to size limits for ships using the Port of Aqaba, Constancia. The limits and requirements are published by the government of Constancia. These requirements also describe exceptional dry seasonal limits, propulsion, communications, and detailed ship design.
- 2 AlkhivaMax refers to size limits for ships using the Port of Alkhiva, Alduria. The limits and requirements are published by the Alkhiva Port Authority. The Port of Alkhiva is undergoing a multi-million ecu "Deep Dredge Project" to dredge the bay to allow larger cargo ships to enter the port.
- 3 Feeder ships are mid-size to small container ships produced by the ASC.
Luxury yachts
Pontecorvo's Yacht Division specializes in designing and constructing luxury yachts, each tailored to client preferences. These yachts are distinguished by craftsmanship, technologies, and amenities, offering a blend of comfort, style, and maritime capability.
| Luxury yacht models | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Length | Beam | Draft | Maximum speed | Key features |
| Serenity Class | 120 ft (36.6 m) | 25 ft (7.6 m) | 6 ft (1.8 m) | 18 knots | Interiors, entertainment system, on-deck Jacuzzi, and eco-friendly propulsion options. |
| Elysium Class | 180 ft (54.9 m) | 30 ft (9.1 m) | 7 ft (2.1 m) | 20 knots | Helipad, infinity pool, full-beam master suite with panoramic views, and beach club. |
| Odyssey Class | 260 ft (79.2 m) | 42 ft (12.8 m) | 8 ft (2.4 m) | 22 knots | Dual helipads, underwater lounge, multiple swimming pools, cinema, gym, and spa. |
| Horizon Class | 350 ft (106.7 m) | 50 ft (15.2 m) | 9 ft (2.7 m) | 25 knots | Ballroom, multiple VIP suites, observatory, retractable glass walls, and environmental sustainability systems. |
| Sovereign Class | 400 ft (121.9 m) | 60 ft (18.3 m) | 10 ft (3 m) | 28 knots | Flagship yacht featuring Poseidon hydrogen fuel cell technology, autonomous navigation systems, underwater observation deck, and onboard VTOL landing pad. |
Offshore energy infrastructure
The Offshore Energy Division, developed through the Green Maritime Technology Center, designs and constructs platforms for traditional and renewable energy generation at sea.
| Offshore energy platforms | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platform type | Dimensions | Capacity | Key features | Applications | Environmental rating |
| Poseidon Floating Wind Platform | 120m x 120m | 15MW | Semi-submersible design, dynamic stabilization system, integrated energy storage | Deep water wind farms beyond continental shelf | A+ (Carbon-neutral operations) |
| Neptune Tidal Energy System | 80m x 40m | 5MW | Bi-directional turbine array, scalable modular design, automated maintenance systems | Tidal channel energy extraction | A+ (Zero emissions) |
| Triton Wave Energy Converter | 150m length | 8MW | Articulated structure, hydraulic power take-off, storm-mode configuration | Open ocean wave energy harvesting | A+ (Zero emissions) |
| Oceanus Hybrid Energy Platform | 200m x 160m | 25MW Combined | Integrated wind, solar, and wave energy systems with hydrogen production | Off-grid island power, remote installations | A+ (Carbon-negative capable) |
| Atlas Floating LNG Terminal | 300m x 60m | 5 MTPA | Regasification facilities, storage capacity of 180,000 cubic meters, loading systems | Natural gas import/export infrastructure | B (Low emissions) |
Autonomous maritime systems
Developed by the Maritime Autonomous Systems Division, these unmanned vessels represent Pontecorvo's leadership in maritime autonomy, offering solutions for military and commercial applications where human presence is unnecessary, dangerous, or cost-prohibitive.
| Autonomous maritime systems | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| System | Type | Dimensions | Endurance | Key capabilities | Applications |
| Voyager-class UUV | Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle | 12m x 2m | 30 days | 3,000m depth rating, advanced sensor suite, modular payload bay | Mine countermeasures, underwater surveillance, oceanographic research |
| Sentinel ASV | Medium Autonomous Surface Vessel | 15m x 5m | 45 days | 360-degree perception system, all-weather operation, secure communications | Maritime security, environmental monitoring, offshore asset protection |
| HAMP System | Hybrid Autonomous Maritime Platform | 20m x 6m surface component, 8m x 1.5m underwater component | 60 days | Integrated surface and underwater operations, autonomous docking, high-bandwidth data relay | Maritime domain awareness, underwater infrastructure monitoring |
| Ghost Reconnaissance Drone | Small Autonomous Surface Vessel | 7m x 2.5m | 14 days | Stealth design, signature management system, advanced electronic surveillance | Military intelligence gathering, covert monitoring |
| Argus Maritime Sensor Network | Distributed Autonomous System | Individual nodes: 2m diameter | 365 days | Self-organizing network, long-term deployment, solar rechargeable | Territorial water monitoring, oceanographic data collection |
Developed by the Naval Combat Systems Division, these electronic warfare and combat management solutions transform naval vessels into integrated fighting platforms.
| Integrated combat systems | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| System | Type | Key capabilities | Compatibility | Security classification |
| Integrated Naval Combat Management System (INCMS) | Command and Control Platform | Multi-domain battlespace integration, automated threat assessment, tactical decision support | All Pontecorvo vessel classes, retrofittable to other platforms | Top Secret |
| Horizon Advanced Radar Suite | Multi-function Radar System | AESA technology, simultaneous air/surface tracking, counter-stealth optimization | All modern naval vessels | Secret |
| Trident Underwater Sensor Network | Sonar System | Distributed acoustic sensors, automated contact classification, ultra-low frequency detection | Compatible with all surface combatants and submarines | Secret |
| Aegis Electronic Warfare Package | Electronic Attack/Defense System | Signal intelligence capability, jamming suite, decoy deployment systems | Modular installation on vessels 500+ tons | Top Secret |
| Olympus Naval AI | Artificial Intelligence Platform | Pattern recognition, autonomous operation protocols, sensor fusion | Software integration with all modern naval systems | Secret |
Military shipbuilding
| Type | Class | Image | Nations in use | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft/Drone Carrier | Vanguard-class aircraft carrier | Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Revolutionary design integrating Alexandrium-239 reactor, MHD propulsion, and high-tempo drone operations. Prototype completed I.1750 AN, 4-ship production order approved VII.1750 AN. Lead production ship: FNS Sovereign. | |
| Aircraft Carrier | Susa-class aircraft carrier |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie Constancia |
Flagship class with capabilities for global power projection and air superiority. Final planned vessel cancelled following Vanguard-class production approval. |
| Light Aircraft Carrier | Proclamacion-class light aircraft carrier |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Versatile carrier supporting STOVL aircraft and helicopters for rapid response. |
| Arsenal Ship | Dominion-class arsenal ship | Nouvelle Alexandrie (In Development) Natopia (In Development) |
Joint program with Neridia Defense Industries and Dingo Enterprises. 500 VLS cells, Alexandrium propulsion variant available. Replaces Imperator-class arsenal ship. Design phase as of 1750 AN. | |
| Amphibious Assault Ship | Behaurnais-class amphibious assault ship |  |
Designed for deploying and supporting marine landing forces, with full flight deck and well deck. | |
| Amphibious Command Ship | Carrillo-class amphibious command ship |  |
 Benacian Union Constancia |
Serves as floating headquarters for amphibious task forces, equipped with advanced communication systems. |
| Amphibious Transport Docks | Ignatius-class amphibious transport dock |  |
Transports troops, equipment, and landing craft, facilitating amphibious operations. | |
| Expeditionary Mobile Base | Cartagena-class expeditionary mobile base |  |
Benacian Union |
Floating base for pre-positioning and logistics support in forward areas, with modular capabilities. |
| Dock Landing Ships | Vranscia-class dock landing ship |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Transports amphibious vehicles and equipment, featuring well deck for watercraft. |
| Missile Cruisers | Augustine-class missile cruiser |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Defense ballistic combat system-equipped for air defense, surface warfare, and anti-submarine operations. |
| Auxiliary Cruisers | Manco Capac I-class |  |
Widely produced class known for versatility and durability in maritime operations. | |
| Destroyers | Valeria-class destroyer |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Multi-mission surface combatants with advanced anti-air, anti-surface, and ASW capabilities. |
| Guided-Missile Frigate | Grande Union-class guided-missile frigate |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Optimized for anti-submarine warfare with significant anti-air and anti-surface capabilities. |
| Modular Littoral Warship | Proteus-class modular warship | File:Proteus-class-modular-warship.jpg | Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Design with interchangeable mission modules for anti-submarine, mine clearing, and surface warfare missions. |
| Littoral Combat Ships | Alvarenga-class littoral combat ship |  |
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Designed for operations in near-shore environments, adaptable to a variety of mission packages. |
| Maritime Security Cutter | Napoleon-class maritime security cutter |  |
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Designed for environmental protection, search and rescue, fisheries protection, ports, waterways, coastal security, counterterrorism activities, law enforcement, drug interdiction, defense operations, and other military/naval operations. |
| Fast Response Cutter | Grenoble-class fast response cutter |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Agile vessels for coastal defense, surveillance, and maritime security operations. |
| Coastal Patrol Ships | Piriya-class coastal patrol ship |  |
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Agile vessels for coastal defense, surveillance, and maritime security operations. |
| Ballistic Missile Submarines | Tudela-class ballistic missile submarine |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Strategic deterrence submarines with nuclear ballistic missile capabilities. |
| Attack Submarines | Franciscania-class attack submarine |  |
Nuclear-powered fast-attack submarines designed for multi-mission stealth operations. | |
| Guided Missile Submarine | Shadow-class guided missile submarine | File:Shadow-class-guided-missile-submarine.jpg | Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Nuclear-powered SSGN platform with vertical launch system for 154 cruise missiles. Designed for precision land attack and naval strike missions. |
| Ocean Surveillance Ship | Cárdenas-class ocean surveillance ship |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Equipped with sophisticated surveillance equipment for tracking undersea threats. |
| Hospital Ship | Compassion-class hospital ship |  |
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Provides mobile, afloat medical facilities for military and humanitarian missions. |
| Electronic Warfare Ship | Galena-class electronic warfare ship |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Equipped with advanced electronic attack and defense systems, specializing in electromagnetic spectrum dominance. |
| Fleet Oiler | Resolute-class fleet oiler |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Provides underway replenishment of fuel and stores to naval forces, enhancing operational endurance. |
| Fleet Replenishment Ship | Sustainer-class fleet replenisher ship |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie |
Delivers supplies, ammunition, and provisions to carrier strike groups and amphibious forces. |
| Stealth Destroyer | Shadowstrike-class stealth destroyer |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Features low radar cross-section design, focused on anti-surface warfare and network-centric operations. |
| Anti-Mine Drone Mothership | Guardian-class anti-mine drone mothership |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Deploys and controls fleet of mine-clearing drones, providing mine warfare support across large maritime areas. |
| Missile Submarine (Conventional) | Vengeance-class conventional missile submarine | File:Vengeance-class-missile-submarine.jpg | Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
SSG-type, armed with conventional missiles for land attack and anti-ship roles, supplementing strategic deterrence. |
| Fast Attack Craft | Spearhead-class fast attack craft | File:Spearhead-class-fast-attack-craft.jpg | Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Small, agile vessels equipped with anti-ship missiles, serving in littoral and coastal defense. |
| Special Operations Submarine | Phantom-class special operations submarine | File:Phantom-class-special-operations-submarine.jpg | Nouvelle Alexandrie (Ordered) |
Supports maritime special forces operations, seabed operations, featuring dry deck shelter for swimmer delivery vehicles. |
| Joint High Speed Vessel | Swiftsure-class joint high speed vessel | File:Swiftsure-class-joint-high-speed-vessel.jpg | Nouvelle Alexandrie (Testing) |
Catamaran design for rapid intra-theater transport of troops, military vehicles, and equipment. |
| Arctic Patrol Vessel | Frostbite-class arctic patrol vessel |  |
Nouvelle Alexandrie (Testing) |
Specialized warship designed for operations in ice-covered waters, featuring reinforced hull and cold-weather systems. |
Autonomous maritime systems
The Maritime Autonomous Systems Division produces unmanned platforms for military and commercial applications:
| System | Type | Dimensions | Endurance | Capabilities | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voyager-class UUV | Large UUV | 12m x 2m | 30 days | 3,000m depth, modular payload | Mine countermeasures, ISR, oceanographic research |
| Sentinel ASV | Medium ASV | 15m x 5m | 45 days | 360-degree perception, all-weather | Maritime security, environmental monitoring |
| HAMP System | Hybrid platform | 20m surface + 8m underwater | 60 days | Integrated surface/underwater ops | Domain awareness, infrastructure monitoring |
| Ghost Reconnaissance Drone | Small ASV | 7m x 2.5m | 14 days | Stealth, electronic surveillance | Intelligence gathering, covert monitoring |
| Argus Sensor Network | Distributed system | 2m diameter nodes | 365 days | Self-organizing, solar rechargeable | Territorial monitoring, oceanographic data |
Future developments
The Pontecorvo Firm's strategic roadmap includes several programs designed to strengthen its market position and technological leadership:
Vanguard-class production program (1750-1760)
Following the successful prototype trials of FNS Vanguard in I.1750 AN, the Department of Defense approved a four-ship production order in VII.1750 AN. The production vessels will incorporate refinements identified during prototype trials while maintaining the core Alexandrium-239 reactor and MHD propulsion systems.
- Lead production ship: FNS Sovereign (construction beginning 1751 AN)
- Planned deliveries: 1754 AN, 1756 AN, 1758 AN, 1760 AN
- Follow-on orders pending operational evaluation of lead ships
Dominion-class arsenal ship program (1748-1755+)
The Dominion-class arsenal ship program, established in I.1748 AN, represents a trilateral development agreement between Pontecorvo Firm, Neridia Defense Industries, and Dingo Enterprises of Natopia. The program aims to replace the aging Imperator-class arsenal ship, which was designed in 1679 AN-1680 AN. The Dominion-class will feature 500 VLS cells, a crew complement of approximately 175 (compared to 329 on the Imperator-class), and either Alexandrium-239 reactor with MHD propulsion (Ax variant) or conventional nuclear propulsion (Conv variant). The Alexandrium variant will be available to Alexandrium Treaty signatories: Nouvelle Alexandrie, Natopia, Constancia, Benacian Union, and Oportia.
Under the division of labor, Pontecorvo Firm serves as program lead with responsibility for hull design, Alexandrium propulsion integration, MHD systems, and overall integration. Neridia Defense Industries contributes survivability systems, VLS hardware, and structural armor. Dingo Enterprises provides the combat management system, C4I suite, network architecture, and AI fire control.
The program entered detailed design phase in 1749 AN, with construction of the lead ship FNS Dominion scheduled to begin in 1751 AN and continue through 1753 AN. Sea trials are planned for 1754 AN, with initial operational capability expected in 1755 AN. Nouvelle Alexandrie has ordered six vessels of the Ax variant: FNS Dominion, FNS Tempest, FNS Colossus, FNS Leviathan, FNS Titan, and FNS Thunderbolt. Natopia has ordered eight vessels of the Ax variant. Constancia has indicated interest in four vessels pending formal expression, the Benacian Union has ongoing discussions, and Oportia is considering two vessels pending budget allocation. Production will be split between Pontecorvo Shipyard and West Bay NDF Dockyards in Natopia following completion of lead ships.
Next-generation attack submarine (Type XXIX)
Conceptual studies have been initiated for a successor to the Franciscania-class attack submarine. The program is evaluating Alexandrium propulsion integration for extended endurance and reduced acoustic signature, with target capabilities including air-independent propulsion as a backup system, enhanced strike capacity, and improved sensor integration.
Alexandrium technology export program
Working with treaty partners to integrate Alexandrium systems into allied naval programs. Technical assistance agreements with Natopia and Constancia are under negotiation, with the Dominion-class arsenal ship serving as the initial platform for technology transfer.
Expanded autonomous fleet concepts
Research continues on:
- Next-generation UUV development with extended endurance and expanded mission profiles;
- Loyal wingman concepts for surface vessels;
- Autonomous logistics vessels for fleet replenishment.
Strategic resource considerations
The firm's long-term planning addresses resource constraints identified in the Institute for Strategic Studies' "Peak Alexandrium" report, which estimates domestic extraction will peak by 1768 AN. While Alexandrium technology provides current competitive advantage, Pontecorvo has initiated planning for a post-peak environment.
Current initiatives include reactor fuel cycle optimization to extend refueling intervals, Alexandrium recycling research with National Research and Development Corporation, and parallel development of advanced conventional nuclear reactors approaching Alexandrium performance. The firm maintains that Alexandrium technology will remain dominant for major combatants through the 1780s AN, but prudent planning requires alternatives for subsequent vessel generations.
Production
Commercial
| Unit type | Client | Order placed | Date placed | Construction | Delivery | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khan-class FeederMax |  The Honourable Company in Apollonia
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6 | 19.XII.1690 AN | 23.XIV.1690 AN | 12.XIII.1691 AN | |
| Ice Queen-class icebreaker |  Royal Meckelnburghish Saeweard
|
1 | 1.XIII.1698 AN | 4.XIV.1698 AN | ||
| Polar Star-class icebreaker | Royal Meckelnburghish Saeweard
|
1 | 1.XIII.1698 AN | 16.XIV.1698 AN | ||
| Polar Star-class icebreaker |  Whales Auxiliary Force
|
2 | 1.XI.1708 AN | 1710 AN | 1720 AN | |
| Odyssey-class yacht | Hospitality Services Incorporated
|
12 | 1711 AN | 1712 AN-1722 AN | 1724 AN | Luxury yachts for charter hire. |
| Horizon-class yacht | High Presidium of the Benacian Union
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1 | 1.III.1730 AN | 1742 AN | 1752 AN | State Yacht |
| Arctic Navigator-class |  Hurmu Fyrð
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4 | V.1752 AN | X.1752 AN |
Clients
Kerularios & Company- ESB-Jormungandr Group, Inc.
Woolridge Shipping Company
Guild of Navigators- Royal Meckelnburghish Saeweard
- Whales Auxiliary Force
Military
Clients
Aerlan Naval Security Forces- Alduro-Wechua Navy
- Imperial Constancian Navy
Bataafse Koninklijke Zeemacht
Hurmu Fyrd
Union Defence Force- Natopian Defense Force
- Navy of Ransenar
See also
- Defense industry of Nouvelle Alexandrie
- Federal Navy of Nouvelle Alexandrie
- Economy of Nouvelle Alexandrie
- Science and technology in Nouvelle Alexandrie
- Alexandrium
- Project Silent Wave
- Force 1752 initiative
