Steel Cut for Third Royal Navy Type 31 Frigate Marks Key Milestone

The construction of HMS Formidable at Rosyth shipyard highlights the UK's commitment to bolstering naval capabilities and economic growth.

The Type 31 frigate program will create over 2,500 jobs in Scotland and across the UK, with 400 new apprenticeship roles.
HMS Formidable is the third of five frigates being built, following HMS Venturer and HMS Active.
The ships will enhance the Royal Navy's ability to intercept threats, gather intelligence, and provide humanitarian support.
Advanced features include a Sea Ceptor missile system and rapid deployment capabilities with top speeds over 26 knots.
Babcock's shipbuilding efforts emphasize UK sovereign capability and have already secured export deals with Indonesia and Poland.