On Thursday, the Italian FREMM Bergamini-class GP frigate “Bernice” FFG-1003 joined the Egyptian Navy’s fleet. “Bernice” is the second new addition to the fleet as stipulated in a contract between Egypt and Italy. The FREMM is a class of multi-purpose frigates designed by Fincantieri and Naval Group for the navies of Italy and France. The ship has many technical characteristics and modern weapon systems that enable it to carry out all at-sea combat mission. Moreover, the addition of the ship is considered a tremendous technological step for the Egyptian Navy.

Source: Egypt Independent April 15, 2021 12:22 UTC