Sweden Announces Intention to Acquire Four FDI Frigates from France's Naval Group (opex360.com)

• Sweden seeks to buy four FDI frigates from Naval Group.
• First vessel 'Amiral Louzeau' launched May 16, 2026.
• FDI class suited for anti-submarine, air defense, and surface warfare.

"Sweden has declared its intention to order four Frégates de Défense et d'Intervention (FDI) from French shipbuilder Naval Group. The first vessel, the 'Amiral Louzeau', was launched on May 16 in Lorient. This procurement would modernize the Swedish navy and deepen Franco-Swedish defense industrial ties."