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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

First of frigates under $4.3 billion modernization program ready for duty

HMCS FrederictonWork has been completed on the first four Halifax-class navy frigates to be modernized under a $4.3-billion federal program.

Following recent sea trials, HMCS Fredericton is preparing for a resumption of duty early next year, Defence Minister Rob Nicholson said Monday in Halifax.

The program also saw the modernization of HMCS Halifax, Calgary and Winnipeg. They are currently undergoing trials.

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