Poland launches second DELFIN SIGINT ship ORP Henryk Zygalski in Gdańsk

The second Polish electronic intelligence (SIGINT) ship under the DELFIN programme, future ORP Henryk Zygalski, was launched at the Remontowa Shipbuilding shipyard in Gdańsk. The vessel is destined for the Polish Navy and represents a major step in strengthening Poland’s maritime situational awareness and electronic reconnaissance capabilities in the Baltic Sea.

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15 january 2026   |   10:31   |   Source: Gazeta Morska   |   Prepared by: Kamil Kusier   |   Print

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The ceremony was attended by representatives of the Polish Ministry of National Defence, the Armaments Agency, and the programme’s industrial partners Saab Kockums AB and Remontowa Shipbuilding S.A. The Deputy Minister of National Defence Paweł Bejda represented Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and read out his official address to the participants.

In his letter, the Polish defence minister underlined the strategic importance of naval modernisation, stating:

- A strong Navy is not only a matter of prestige for Poland, but above all a guarantee of security. We must be able to effectively protect our territorial waters, trade routes and critical infrastructure. In the face of threats, the ability to control the Baltic Sea has become crucial for defending our interests and fulfilling our allied commitments within NATO. Investing in modern maritime technologies is an investment in Poland’s sovereignty and stability for decades to come.

ORP Henryk Zygalski is the second and final SIGINT vessel built for Poland under the DELFIN programme. The first ship, ORP Jerzy Różycki, was launched on 1 July 2025. Both vessels will be equipped with advanced reconnaissance systems before undergoing sea trials and entering operational service.

Saab, as prime contractor, is responsible for the overall delivery of the DELFIN programme, including the integration of advanced mission systems. Remontowa Shipbuilding S.A. constructs the hulls, while Polish company MMC supports Saab with design work. Other Polish defence industry entities are also involved in the project.

Saab highlighted the strategic value of the programme for regional security. Mats Wicksell, Head of Saab’s Kockums business area, said:

- We are pleased to see the second Polish SIGINT ship successfully launched today. With this important project we are strengthening cooperation between Swedish and Polish industries in support of European security in the Baltic Sea region.

The ship-based electronic intelligence systems will enable the acquisition of intelligence data across the full spectrum of maritime electronic emissions, significantly enhancing Poland’s ability to monitor and protect the Baltic Sea.

Following the completion of onboard installations and sea trials, deliveries of both DELFIN SIGINT ships are planned for 2027 and 2028, marking a significant upgrade to Poland’s maritime intelligence and security posture in the Baltic Sea region.

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