The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) commissioned its first Type 054B frigate, Luohe, during a ceremony held on January 22nd, 2025 at the Qingdao Comprehensive Support Base in northern China.
The Luohe, launched in 2023, completed sea trials last year. It is described as a more advanced version of its predecessor, the Type 054A frigate.
The Type 054B is larger and more capable than the Type 054A, with an estimated displacement of...