Denmark to boost Arctic defense with three new naval vessels

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Denmark is set to strengthen its military presence in the Arctic and North Atlantic with the addition of three new naval vessels as part of a newly agreed defense deal. The agreement underscores the country’s commitment to addressing growing security challenges in the region.

The agreement was concluded between the Danish Government and the political parties behind the Danish Defence Agreement in close collaboration with the Greenlandic Government and the Faroese Government.

https://www.navaltoday.com/2025/01/28/denmark-to-boost-arctic-defense-with-three-new-naval-vessels/

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From the linked article:

The initiatives outlined in the agreement include:

New Arctic naval vessels
Three new Arctic naval vessels are expected to enhance Denmark’s ability to carry out operations around Greenland more efficiently and with ‘greater flexibility’. These vessels will be equipped to carry additional capabilities, including helicopters and drones.

Long-range drones
Two long-range drones will be deployed to conduct extensive surveillance over vast areas to provide detailed and real-time intelligence.

Improved situational awareness and intelligence
The agreement is said to expand satellite capacity and ground-based sensors to boost situational awareness and intelligence gathering, to enable “better monitoring of activities” in the Arctic and North Atlantic regions.

Increased access to Arctic military training
The agreement also increases opportunities for young people in Greenland to gain necessary skills in military training, to prepare them for responsibilities in national defense.