UK and Norway launch maritime coalition to support Ukraine

The United Kingdom and Norway have created a maritime coalition to strengthen Ukraine's ability to operate at sea.

The UK Ministry of Defence informs.

New coalition will deliver long-term support to Ukraine, including training, equipment, and infrastructure to bolster security in the Black Sea.

In particular, as part of the coalition, the UK will provide Ukraine with two minehunter ships. On December 11, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps will announce the procurement of two Sandown Class mine countermeasures vessels (MCMVs) by Ukraine through UK Export Finance.

"These minehunters will deliver vital capability to Ukraine which will help save lives at sea and open up vital export routes, which have been severely limited since Putin launched his illegal full-scale invasion," Shapps said.