SNC Lavalin proposed to construct the vessels, while DCNS would design them and STX France would consolidate the hulls for arctic operations. The Royal Canadian Navy also trained with the French Navy on a Thales-built amphibious assault ship. However, the project was abandoned due to budget constraints.
A consortium led by SNC Lavalin proposed constructing the vessels, while DCNS designed them and STX France would assemble the hulls for arctic operations. The Royal Canadian Navy also trained with the French Navy on a Thales-built amphibious assault ship. Nevertheless, the project was terminated due to financial limitations.