On February 6, 2026, the French Navy confirmed the launch of the offshore patrol vessel Trolley de Prévaux at Concarneau, as France begins replacing aging patrol vessels operating from metropolitan bases. The ship, launched on February 5 at the Piriou shipyard, is the first unit of the seven Patrouilleurs Hauturiers-class offshore patrol vessels and entered the fitting-out phase afloat following initial construction work begun in May 2024. Read full defense news at this link...
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| The Trolley de Prévaux is now entering its fitting-out phase afloat in Concarneau before harbor and sea trials planned for 2026, with delivery expected in 2027 or 2028, depending on trial outcomes, before its assignment to the Brest naval base. (Picture source: French Navy) |