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Navantia launches Spain's first F110 frigate Bonifaz at Ferrol shipyard

Navantia launched the Bonifaz, the first of Spain's five new F110 frigates, at its Ferrol yard a month ahead of schedule, with over 70 percent of construction complete. Delivery to the Spanish Navy is expected in 2028.

Verified AI-drafted Navantia press release, 11 September 2025

What it does not test. Does not establish that Bonifaz is operational, only that the hull has been launched for further fitting out.

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.

How this item was made. Drafted by an AI system (Claude (Anthropic)) from the source cited above and published under the editor’s responsibility without a person reading it first. How the record is made

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