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BAE Systems to Cut 116 Management Roles in Naval Ships Division Despite Major Contract Wins

Despite recent contract wins, BAE Systems is streamlining its naval operations. The cuts, representing around 15% of management roles, aim to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

In this image there is a shipyard with metal structures, lamp posts, containers and ships.
In this image there is a shipyard with metal structures, lamp posts, containers and ships.

BAE Systems to Cut 116 Management Roles in Naval Ships Division Despite Major Contract Wins

BAE Systems has unveiled plans to reduce up to 116 management roles within its Naval Ships division. This announcement comes shortly after the company secured a significant £10 billion contract to build anti-submarine frigates for Norway at its shipyard on the Clyde.

The defence giant is streamlining its naval operations despite winning major contracts. The cuts, representing around 15% of management roles in the business, are part of a modernisation effort. Notably, these changes will not impact shop-floor or production staff. BAE Systems has not disclosed specific details about any executives retiring or being dismissed in connection with these changes.

BAE Systems is pressing ahead with its modernisation plans, with up to 116 management roles set to be cut in its Naval Ships division. Despite recent contract wins, the company is focused on improving efficiency and effectiveness. The impact on staff and operations is being carefully managed, with production and shop-floor roles unaffected.

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