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Belgium seeks new frigate builders as Dutch ASWF partnership faces soaring costs and seven-year delay

Belgium is seeking alternative frigate builders after the Dutch-led ASWF programme faces a 7-year delay and cost overruns. Defence Minister Francken issued an RFI to European yards. Move could reshape Benelux naval cooperation and open opportunities for Naval Group, TKMS or Fincantieri.

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