A proposed 2040 Royal Navy based on three rotating task groups

What would an ideal Royal Navy fleet look like in 2040?

His outline uses twelve-ship escort and SSN classes, three LHDs and a supported RFA to rotate three task groups and maintain other commitments.

Using the threats visible in December 2025, the proposed force could form three task groups and guarantee one available, alongside independent presence missions. Its outline has twelve Type 83s, twelve Type 26s, roughly twelve lighter frigates and about twelve SSNs. Each task group would have two Type 83s and three Type 26s, while three further Type 26s would support SSBN departures. Classes of twelve are favoured for a combination of four operational ships and around two more callable, with larger classes improving that estimate. Three LHDs would back up the carriers, and the RFA would supply the force. The amphibious requirement includes retaking territory, a capability distinguished from a force sized only for raids.