Norway has announced the United Kingdom as its strategic partner for acquiring new frigates, opting for the Type 26 model, considered the largest defense investment ever made by the country. The first ...

An artist's impression of the future Type 26 frigate. Norway is expected to acquire at least five of the type following a selection decision announced on 31 August 2025. (BAE Systems) The Norwegian ...

After the UK’s acclaimed efforts in securing a £10bn deal to supply at least five Type 26 frigates to Norway, the Nordic nation must now decide what mission systems to integrate on board. Few systems ...