Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

Q&A · 3:18:38-3:18:58

Whether a Norwegian Type 26 order would change the British ships

A Norwegian order could create opportunities for shared weapons, but it does not yet prove that British Type 26 frigates will receive sixteen Naval Strike Missiles.

Naval ProcurementNaval Strike MissileRoyal NavyRoyal Norwegian NavyStrategic Defence ReviewType 26 Frigate
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Question

Would a Norwegian order for five Type 26 frigates change the armament of the Royal Navy ships?

Short answer

Possibly, but no change is confirmed and the British review and procurement decisions still have to settle the fit.

Notes

A stronger British missile fit would be welcome if Norway selected the Type 26 design. That export prospect does not confirm a Royal Navy armament change. The proposed sixteen Naval Strike Missiles remain an attractive possibility rather than an announced configuration. A firm answer depends on the delayed British strategic defence review and later procurement decisions.