Where to with RAN’s surface combat force

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Anzac-class frigates HMAS Ballarat (155), HMAS Stuart (153) and HMAS Anzac (150) transit through Cockburn Sound in Western Australia on the way to Fleet Base West. *** Local Caption *** The Anzac Class is based on the German Meko 200 frigate design with eight ships being constructed in Australia as part of the overall plan to upgrade the Royal Australian Navy. Anzacs are long-range escorts with roles including air defence, anti submarine warfare, surveillance, reconnaissance and interdiction. The ships are capable of countering simultaneous threats from the air, surface and sub-surface. Powered by a combined diesel or gas (CODOG) propulsion plant permits speeds in excess of 27 knots with an operational range of more than 6000 nautical miles.

By David Shackleton*

Defence Minister Richard Marles will soon receive a report from Admiral William Hilarides on the future of the Royal Australian Navy’s surface fleet. (The Australian Strategic Policy Institute. The Strategist.) The additional analysis was initiated by the authors of the defence strategic review.

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