Formidable is the third of five Type 31 frigates now under construction, alongside HMS Venturer and Active which are taking shape in the huge assembly hall specially built for them.

HMS Formidable and HMS Venturer. The Type 31 frigates will replace the five general-purpose Type 23 frigates currently in service with the Royal Navy. Expected to enter service by 2028 ...

A stark warning has been issued to opposition wishing to threaten the Royal Navy flagship during her “formidable” deployment.Armed forces minister Luke Pollard said HMS Prince of Wales and the UK ...