Navy comparison:
Belgium vs
Cyprus
Belgium operates 8 warships compared to 11 for Cyprus.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
Belgium
Cyprus
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight × size, era and propulsion factors, minor vessels capped at 30 % of the combatant points; the air-wing, sustainment, armament and availability multipliers apply on top) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Belgium | Cyprus | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Belgian Navy | Cyprus Navy | |
| Total ships | 8 | 11 | 🇨🇾 1.4× |
| Active ships | 8 | 11 | 🇨🇾 1.4× |
| On order / planned | 8 | 1 | 🇧🇪 8.0× |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 2 | 0 | 🇧🇪 |
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| Patrol boats | 2 | 7 | 🇨🇾 3.5× |
| Mine warfare | 4 | 0 | 🇧🇪 |
| Coastal boats | 0 | 4 | 🇨🇾 |
Backbone classes one per tier held
🇧🇪 BelgiumKarel Doorman-class ×2
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Belgium or Cyprus?
Cyprus has a larger navy with 11 warships in service compared to Belgium's 8.
Which navy has more frigates, Belgium or Cyprus?
Belgium operates 2 frigates compared to Cyprus's 0.