The Albanese Government has announced the selection of Japan’s upgraded Mogami-class frigate as the preferred platform for the Royal Australian Navy’s new general purpose frigates, according to a joint media release issued on 5 August 2025. Following a competitive tender process, the Japanese desig»»»

Australian minister lauds deal for next-generation, Mogami-class frigates and their long-range missile capabilities. Australia and Japan have reached the largest defence-industry agreement ever between both countries for the production of advanced warships for the Australian Navy, the country’s Min»»»

Home » Upgraded Mogami selected for the Australian Navy’s new general purpose frigates Press release by Australian Government Department of Defence: “The Albanese Government is accelerating the delivery of a larger and more lethal surface combatant fleet with the selection of the upgraded Japanese »»»