Royal New Zealand Navy Discussions and Updates

Todjaeger said:

Realistically, things should have been planned out ahead so that replacement frigates started commissioning so the current frigates could be either decommissioned or transferred to a non-frontline role like that of a training ship.

Given that it can take several years for a new, modern warship to be constructed and then commissioned into service, a deadline by which NZ has to place an order is likely fast approaching, if new frigates are come to online by 2035.

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John Fedup said:

Given the geopolitical deterioration and demand for new frigates (and other naval vessels) 2035 could be overly optimistic.

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Hawkeye69 said:

Also the younger generation are more savvy about pay and conditions and a work/life balance and are more attracted to higher technology careers in the private sector.

There is nothing wrong with pushing pause on possible frigate replacements and reconsidering the future of the navy and its purpose.

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Aluminium Hail said:

The problem is the pause button was pressed when the FSU upgrades were made and the delays used to extend the planned life of type for the ANZACs. Any further delays will leave NZ without an escort capability. And, considering the age of the OPV fleet, Canterbury and the loss of Manawanui, NZ could easily be left with very little mass on the water at all.

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Todjaeger said:

True, hence the commentary about the time being 'tight'. However, to have a chance at a 2035 delivery, or even a later delivery but as soon as feasible afterwards, planning and work needs to be done now. Pushing things off even further will only lead to delays likely beyond when the current frigates could be kept servicable.

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koxinga said:

HMNZS Canterbury finishes refit in Singapore, Tuas.

Comments range from why this can't be done in Davenport (drydock, and was obviously not just a lick of paint, see the last photo) to can we trust Singapore not to install a off switch cuz (Sadly ignorant, given Singapore is a FPDA partner, key US / 7th Fleet partner and the Chinese don't really need an off switch to deal with a transport ship)



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