Taiwan has decided to accelerate the development of its fleet by including a project for a 6,000-ton frigate in the 2026 budget. An allocation of NT$142.03 million (about US$4.4 million) has been reserved to finance the design phase of a prototype, marking a decisive step in reviving this program. The design will be carried out by domestic institutes with expertise in naval architecture, while leading foreign laboratories will conduct model tests to validate and optimize the vessel’s overall configuration. This dual approach reflects Taipei’s intention to combine the autonomy of its defense industry with the assurance provided by international technical standards. Read more.
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Concept rendering of Taiwan’s future 6,000-ton frigate, equipped with guided missile systems and the AN/SPY-7 radar, designed to strengthen the Navy’s capability in blue-water operations (Picture source: Editing content from Army Recognition Group) |
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