Report to Government shows Future Frigates project could go overseas

South Australia could miss out on a $10 billion warship contract, in a move the industry says is potentially “disastrous” for the state.

There has been speculation that all eight Future Frigates would be built in Adelaide, but a crucial report says using an existing design for the warships would be the least risky option, and that would “mostly likely” have to happen offshore.

Defence Teaming Centre chief executive Chris Burns said missing out on building the Frigates would be “disastrous for an island nation”.

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