Cutlass Class

Service And Conflict Use

1. Apr 21, 2021

   Names approved for Gibraltar fast patrol boats

   GOV.UK reported that the Queen approved HMS Dagger and HMS Cutlass as the new fast patrol boats based in Gibraltar.

   Sources: Royal Navy confirms two new fast patrol boats

2. Feb 28, 2022

   Formally handed over after trials

   The Royal Navy said HMS Cutlass had been handed over after three months of trials and was ready for the final readiness checks.

   Sources: Gib Squadron welcome Cutlass as £5m patrol boat is handed over

3. May 6, 2022

   Commissioned into Gibraltar Fast Patrol Squadron

   Defence Equipment & Support reported that HMS Cutlass was commissioned into the Gibraltar Fast Patrol Squadron at HMNB Gibraltar.

   Sources: New Patrol Boat HMS Cutlass Delivered to Royal Navy

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