The Avante 2200 is a corvette designed and built by Spanish shipbuilder Navantia. The warship is primarily used for surveillance and protection of exclusive economic zones (EEZs). Saudi Arabia ordered 5 Avante 2200 warships for its navy. The first one was launched on July 22. The warship is expected to enter service with the Saudi Navy in 2021.
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Botadura de la corbeta ‘Al Jubail’
1ª unidad de las 5 que componen el Programa para la Armada Real Saudita
Enhorabuena!!! pic.twitter.com/W5PRNccGrW— Navantia Oficial (@NavantiaOficial) July 22, 2020