The ninth Bergamini-class Multi-Mission European Frigate (FREMM) being built by Orizzonte Sistemi Navali (OSN), the joint venture between Fincantieri (51%) and Leonardo (49%) for the Italian Navy under commission within the framework of the Italian-French international cooperation programme managed by OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en matière d’Armement), was technically launched at the Italian shipbuilder’s Riva Trigoso (Genoa) integrated shipyard on 24 November.

The Spartaco Schergat (F 598) frigate is the first of two FREMMs in a new ASuW/ASW hybrid configuration which are under procurement by the Italian MoD’s Naval Armament Directorate (NAVARM) to replace the two FREMM GP (General Purpose) sold to Egypt by Fincantieri. Based on the requirement to enhance the anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities of Italian Navy, the Spartaco Schergat’s and the follow-on Emilio Bianchi’s steel cut ceremony were celebrated respectively in February 2021 and October 2021. After its launch, the Schergat was transferred to Muggiano shipyard (La Spezia) for final fitting-out and trials, the latter at-sea trials beginning are planned within the second quarter 2024. Delivery to the Italian Navy is planned for the second quarter 2025.

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