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German Arms Manufacturer Targets Undisclosed Procurement Tender
German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall has unveiled a new guided-missile frigate, the GMF 140, designed for a variety of operations, including air and ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, and long-range strikes. The 140-meter warship is intended for an undisclosed procurement tender in North America, with Rheinmetall targeting global markets and initially focusing on this region. The GMF 140 can be integrated with various systems, including US-sourced primary radar options, hypersonic weapons, and ballistic missiles. This announcement marks Rheinmetall’s first ship unveiling since its expansion into the maritime market, following the acquisition of Naval Vessels Luerssen earlier this year, as reported by Breaking Defense.