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Babcock rolls out Royal Navy's first Type 31 frigate HMS Venturer

Babcock rolled the Royal Navy's first Type 31 frigate, the future HMS Venturer, out of its Rosyth build hall on 27 May 2025, ahead of float-off; three of the five planned ships are now in production.

Verified AI-drafted Babcock International press release, 27 May 2025

What it does not test. Does not disclose the programme's contract value or confirm a firm in-service date beyond the stated 10-year build window.

How this item counts. This item is dated before the index starts on 1 January 2026, so it does not count in the European Sovereignty Index.

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