The proposed force pairs costly, technologically advanced combatants with more numerous frigates and uncrewed systems. The lower-cost vessels are intended to provide capacity for tasks that do not require the largest ships. This creates a procurement tradeoff between the capability of each hull and the number that can be afforded and built. A sustained demand signal is also intended to encourage shipyards and suppliers to invest beyond the next individual contract.
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Golden Fleet high-low procurement logic
The Golden Fleet proposal combines advanced large combatants with cheaper frigates and uncrewed vessels, backed by a long-term industrial demand signal.