Frigate named Glasgow
Fallon: UK exploring frigate export options

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon told shipyard workers in Glasgow today that the government was exploring export opportunities for a new fleet of vessels.
Sir Michael pushed a button to start production of the first of the Type 26 global combat ships for the Royal Navy which he named Glasgow.
The ceremonial event follows the UK Government’s recent award of a contract worth £3.7 billion for the first three ships to be built at BAE Systems’ sites in Glasgow.
This builds on the work already under way to construct five River Class offshore patrol vessels and provides a foundation for two decades of shipbuilding in Scotland, securing more than 4,000 jobs.
Sir Michael said: “Today marks yet another historic milestone for the Royal Navy, Scottish shipbuilding and UK Defence more widely Glasgow will protect our powerful new aircraft carriers and nuclear deterrent, keeping British interests safe across the world.
