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Corvettes as a supplement to the Royal Navy's global patrol force

A modestly up-armed River-class derivative could supplement Type 31 frigates on global presence duties.

Corvettes Force Structure Offshore Patrol Vessels River Class Offshore Patrol Vessels Royal Navy Type 31 Frigate

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Question

Should the Royal Navy have corvettes?

Short answer

A slightly up-armed River-class derivative is proposed to supplement Type 31 frigates in a global presence role.

Notes

A slightly up-armed River-class vessel, or a variation on that design, is proposed as a presence ship. It would supplement Type 31 frigates in a global reach and presence role. No detailed weapons fit is proposed.