The work of the MRDC (Ships) will contribute to ensuring that the necessary systems and equipment – including the associated maintenance and spares information – are available when and where they are required to meet RN and RFA demand.

The SSDD interfaces with numerous MOD systems enabling Babcock to deliver a holistic, surface ship management solution. Over the course of the contract, tangible benefits will be evident on existing programs and new builds, including the Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers with Babcock embedding and, where necessary, upgrading existing data management systems to aid through-life support programs.