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Netherlands: Amphibious Warships

Asked by Stuart AndersonConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 20 July 2026UIN 18112

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what will be the capability requirements of the Joint Commando Craft in collaboration with Norway.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Joint Commando Craft programme will provide the Commando Force with a high-speed insertion craft capable of deploying personnel, uncrewed systems, vehicles and specialist payloads across challenging littoral environments. The programme is being developed in collaboration with Norway to enhance interoperability, support operations in the High North and improve the effectiveness of UK and Norwegian Commando forces.

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