The FFG(X) program had one governing requirement: don't repeat the Littoral Combat Ship. The Navy chose Fincantieri's proven FREMM design, told Congress 85 percent would stay unchanged, then piled on ...

The U.S. Navy has decided to step back from its Constellation-class frigate program in favor of faster-to-build vessels and a new, American-designed frigate. That means the cancellation of four ...

Navy drops Constellation frigate program over cost and capability concerns The Navy is canceling its Constellation-class frigate program, saying the ships offer poor value and lack strong defenses ...