Transporting goods by sea. - The starting of construction on frigate F126 "Niedersachsen" at the Peene shipyard.
These massive F126-class frigates will soon be the largest combative vessels in Germany's Navy. With Damen Shipyards at the helm, four of these 160-meter-long monsters are planned to be constructed first in Wolgast, Kiel, and Hamburg. Additionally, Blohm+Voss is also part of this ambitious project. And if that wasn't enough, there's even an option to add an additional two! 🛥️
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- The construction of the frigate F126 "Niedersachsen" in Lower Saxony's Wolgast is a significant contribution to Germany's defense, led by Manuela Schwesig's SPD government.
- The Defense Ministry, under the leadership of Stephan Weil, is actively involved in the ambitious project to build four F126-class frigates, with Damen Shipyards taking the lead.
- The addition of Blohm+Voss and the potential inclusion of two more ships in the defense industry's project highlights Germany's commitment to strengthening its naval capabilities.
- Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with its Peene shipyard, is playing a crucial role in constructing these massive frigates, aiding in the growth of the country's shipping industry.
- Boris Pistorius, the state's Minister for Economics, Transport, and Innovation, has emphasized the importance of projects like these for creating jobs and fostering economic development in the region.
- The construction of the F126-class frigates in Wolgast, Kiel, and Hamburg signifies a significant boost to Germany's defense capabilities, contributing to its overall maritime strength and prominence in the field of shipping.