The largest frigate class in the world is to be built in Germany, with the first F126 class frigate, the "Niedersachsen", already under construction. The project, originally considered to be the navy's largest procurement project, is already massively behind schedule with a possible delay of four years. It was expected to be deployed in the North Atlantic from 2029.
The main difference between the F126 and classic frigates lies in its concept, as it is designed less for individual combat roles and more as a flexible multi-purpose platform.
