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The Chinese Navy (PLAN) has commissioned the first of its planned Type 054B new generation frigates. The first modules for its hull were seen in Shanghai in December 2022. The hull was launched in August 2023, and it began its sea trials in January 2024. The first ship, 545, will now be known as Luohe, and is expected to join China’s North Sea Fleet. The second vessel, 555, is expected to patrol with the South Sea Fleet – and to be commissioned in the near future. Related Articles A new type of
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