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Greece Receives First Advanced FDI HN Frigate, Boosting Naval Defense

1/15/2026

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On January 15, 2026, the Hellenic Navy's first FDI HN frigate, HS Kimon (F-601), arrived in Greece.
The frigate was designed by Naval Group and is equipped for anti-ship, anti-air, and anti-submarine warfare.
The vessel measures 122 meters and displaces 4,500 tons and includes the Thales SeaFire 500 radar and missile systems.
Minister of National Defence Nikos Dendias said the delivery advances Greece's naval modernization and deters aggression.

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On January 15, 2026, the Hellenic Navy's first FDI HN frigate, HS Kimon (F-601), arrived in Greece.
The frigate was designed by Naval Group and is equipped for anti-ship, anti-air, and anti-submarine warfare.
The vessel measures 122 meters and displaces 4,500 tons and includes the Thales SeaFire 500 radar and missile systems.
Minister of National Defence Nikos Dendias said the delivery advances Greece's naval modernization and deters aggression.