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On November 17, the French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) announced a significant order for seven offshore patrol vessels for the French Navy, totaling an investment of EUR 900 million. This major step is part of the 2024-2030 military development programme, which aims to have ten offshore patrol vessels in service by 2035, with the first delivery expected in 2026.

France acquires seven new Offshore Patrol Vessels

  The contracts for this ambitious project have been distributed among several key players in the defense industry: The production contract has been awarded to a consortium of CMN, Piriou, and Socarenam. Naval Group received the contract for project management assistance and construction of the combat management system. Thales is set to equip the vessels …

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