UK Announces 28 New Warships, Including Advanced Multi-Role Support Vessels for Royal Marines

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps outlines the ambitious shipbuilding program aimed at modernizing the Royal Navy with versatile, tech-equipped vessels.

The new Multi-Role Support Ships (MRSS) will have significantly smaller crews due to advanced technology.
These vessels will feature capabilities to launch drones and fire laser weapons, enhancing operational flexibility.
The MRSS are designed to replace ageing amphibious assault ships and support vessels.
Grant Shapps emphasized the need for these ships to counter future threats from nations like China and Russia.
The UK government has committed to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030.