Future Navy
In January 2004, Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding were awarded a contract to build a new class of multipurpose missile corvette, the Baynunah class. The contract is for six corvettes. One has been completed, but is undergoing sea trials. The Baynunah class will replace the six Ardhana class large patrol boats. The Kortenaer-class frigates were decommissioned in 2006 and are being rebuilt to yachts.
Till 2014 will be commissioned 12 Ghannatha Phase II class fast missile landing crafts. First unit was be launched in July 2012. Other 12 will be upgraded from Ghannatha Phase I class
4 Falaj 2 class patrol vessel on order, 2 being fitted out - 550tons - 2 MM-40 Exocets - 6 Mica VL SAM
One 26 m Offshore Patrol Vessel, one 24 m Amphibious Troop Transport Vessel and one 24 m Patrol Vessel is under construction for the U.A.E Navy.
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