The keel of the third Type 31 frigate being built for the UK Royal Navy, the future HMS Formidable, has been lifted and turned to mark the start of construction for the ship’s engine room, a key ...

The Malin Augustea barge has been used for frigate float-off operations for both HMS Active and the first ship in the Type 31 class, HMS Venturer. Use of the barge is also operated in the same ...

Prince William, the Earl of Strathearn speaks workers as he pays a visit to the BAE Systems shipyard to observe construction of HMS Glasgow, the Royal Navy's first City-class Type 26 frigate on June ...

What You Need to Know: The Royal Navy’s new shipbuilding strategy aims to regain maritime prominence with the construction of five Type 31 frigates. These Inspiration-class vessels are designed as ...