Elval, the aluminium rolling division of ElvalHalcor, continues to expand its footprint as a trusted partner in the defence industry, providing high value-added aluminium solutions for demanding applications worldwide.
In line with its long-standing commitment to innovation and excellence, Elval recently supplied specialised aluminium sheets and plates to Mevaco, a leading Greek company and key supplier to Naval Group. The materials were used in the FDI HN frigate programme for the Hellenic Navy, underlining Elval’s ability to deliver tailor-made alloys that combine durability, strength and lightweight performance.
Commenting on the collaboration, Charalampos Chaikos, Commercial Senior Director at Elval, highlighted:
“Our collaboration with Mevaco on the FDI HN frigate programme of Naval Group for the Hellenic Navy is a clear demonstration of Elval’s expertise and reliability in the defence sector. We are especially proud to contribute to strengthening Greece’s naval shipbuilding industry, while also supporting innovative projects on a global scale.”
With more than 50 years of expertise in aluminium rolling and recycling, Elval brings advanced know-how and global partnerships across Europe, the USA, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East. Its aluminium products are specifically engineered for defence, offering low weight, high mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability — ideal properties for naval and aerospace applications where performance and safety are paramount.
This project further underscores Elval’s position as a strategic supplier to global defence programmes, reinforcing its role in advancing Greece’s industrial capabilities while also serving international markets. By investing consistently in R&D, cutting-edge technology, and specialised human capital, Elval is driving progress in aluminium rolling and contributing to a more competitive, innovative, and sustainable defence industry.