The Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) is still in talks with the Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for the procurement of FREMM-IT frigates customized for Red Sea operations.
The note provides an overview of the following aspects:
- The Saudi officials overseeing the file
- The key factors shaping the Saudi decision
- The number of FREMM-IT frigates that Saudi Arabia is looking to procure
The note also mentions Saudi Arabia’s seriousness in pursuing the deal and the anticipated timeline for an agreement.








