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Greece-Italy naval defense cooperation

Overview

Greece and Italy have entered into defense cooperation agreements focused on naval modernization. In September 2026, the two nations signed a deal for Greece to acquire two second-hand FREMM frigates currently serving in the Italian Navy. The agreement, supported by shipbuilder Fincantieri, is estimated to be worth approximately 2 to 3 billion euros.

Following this, in October 2026, discussions expanded to include the potential acquisition of two Italian minehunters. Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias raised this proposal during a meeting with Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in Venice. The acquisition of minehunters is intended to bolster the Hellenic Navy’s capacity to secure maritime communication routes and critical infrastructure in the Aegean and Mediterranean.

Entities

Nikos Dendias · Guido Crosetto · Fincantieri · Hellenic Navy

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Greece seeks two Italian minehunters to bolster navy

    Greece is negotiating with Italy to acquire two second-hand minehunters to strengthen its naval mine warfare capabilities and maritime security in the Mediterranean.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Greece and Italy sign deal for two FREMM frigates

    Greece will acquire two FREMM frigates from the Italian Navy, a deal expected to foster industrial synergies between Fincantieri and the Greek industrial system.

Sources

europesays.com · greekcitytimes.com · news.az · rayhaber.com