04 November 2021
RN chief sets early headmarks for Type 32 frigate
by Richard Scott
The UK Royal Navy's (RN's) projected Type 32 frigate programme should adopt a radically different design and build paradigm so as not to be overtaken by technology, the professional head of the service has told a parliamentary panel.
Giving evidence to the House of Commons Defence Committee (HCDC) on 2 November, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said the Type 32 design – now just entering its concept phase – should be highly automated, more flexible in its design, and intrinsically adaptable to change.
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