The Finnish company Marine Alutech Oy Ab will deliver a new generation of landing craft to the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps.
Marine Alutech Oy Ab press release
The Littoral Assault Craft (LAC) will become the Marine Corps’ new landing craft, replacing the current Landing Craft Vehicle Personnel (LCVP) vessels. The new boats are expected to enter service between 2026 and 2028.
The LAC has been designed by Marine Alutech to support the Marine Corps’ new doctrine, known as Force Design. This concept enables the simultaneous landing of marines and their equipment from amphibious transport ships positioned further offshore. The new craft delivers a significant leap in performance and is equipped with powerful weapon systems. It is faster than its predecessors, capable of covering greater distances, and can operate at sea for longer periods of time.
The Royal Netherlands Navy is on the verge of a major fleet modernization. The LAC has therefore been designed to be compatible with both the current and next generations of amphibious transport ships.
Marine Alutech Oy Ab is a Finnish family-owned company and one of Finland’s leading defense industry enterprises. The company specializes in the design, production, maintenance, and life-cycle support of professional and government vessels.
Marine Alutech is currently expanding rapidly, with an order book of approximately €200 million. The company is engaged in ongoing discussions with seven NATO countries regarding new projects. The goal is to increase the workforce to around 500 employees by 2030.
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