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EU Backs Damen Shipyard's Six New Frigates for NATO

4/27/2025

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Damen Shipyard in Galati, Romania, is set to construct six cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare frigates for the Royal Netherlands Navy and Belgian Naval Forces, beginning in summer 2025. Backed by the EU, this initiative not only modernizes aging fleets but also strengthens regional maritime security, with deliveries expected from 2028 to 2032.

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Damen Shipyard in Galati, Romania, is set to construct six cutting-edge Anti-Submarine Warfare frigates for the Royal Netherlands Navy and Belgian Naval Forces, beginning in summer 2025. Backed by the EU, this initiative not only modernizes aging fleets but also strengthens regional maritime security, with deliveries expected from 2028 to 2032.