Sweden confirms purchase of four frigates from France's Naval Group
Sweden has confirmed the purchase of four frigates from France's Naval Group, marking a significant defense investment. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson highlighted the decision as a result of thorough analysis of international alternatives. The deal is expected to enhance Sweden's air defense capabilities significantly, with deliveries anticipated to begin in 2030.
- ▪Sweden's government announced the purchase of four new frigates from France's Naval Group.
- ▪This deal is one of the largest Swedish defense investments since the introduction of the Gripen fighter jet.
- ▪The expected delivery of the vessels will begin in 2030, with an average price of just over 10 billion kronor each.
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Swedish Minister of Defence Pal Jonson, left, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, centre, and Swedish Supreme Commander Michael Claesson hold a joint press conference aboard the Visby-class corvette HMS Harnosand in Stockholm, May 19, 2026. LARS SCHRODER / LARS SCHRODER/TT NEWS AGENCY VIA AP Sweden's government said on Tuesday, May 19, that it would buy four new frigates for its navy from France's Naval Group in what it called "a very large international defense-industrial deal." Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said the Scandinavian country's military had analyzed which alternatives were available internationally that could meet Swedish demands.
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