TKMS: Steel cut for Brazil’s fourth Tamandaré-class frigate

Brazil’s Tamandaré-class frigate program has reached a major industrial milestone, with steel cutting underway for the fourth ship, Mariz e Barros (F203), marking the first time all four vessels are under active construction simultaneously in Brazil.

The start of steel cutting for Mariz e Barros (F203) at TKMS Estaleiro Brasil Sul signals the transition of the Tamandaré-class program into full-rate production. With this step, the shipyard is now building all four frigates of the class in parallel.