Navy comparison: 
Egypt vs 
Ethiopia
Egypt operates a fleet of 275 ships; Ethiopia has no recorded naval inventory.
Key figures Egypt as of 2026
| Egypt | Ethiopia | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Egyptian Navy | Ethiopian Navy | |
| Total ships | 319 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Active ships | 317 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| On order / planned | 10 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Submarines | 8 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Principal surface combatants | 13 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Amphibious ships | 2 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
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| Corvettes | 7 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Patrol boats | 203 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Mine warfare | 12 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Coastal boats | 30 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
| Auxiliaries | 42 | 0 | 🇪🇬 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Egypt or Ethiopia?
Egypt has a larger navy with 275 warships in service compared to Ethiopia's 0.
Which navy has more submarines, Egypt or Ethiopia?
Egypt operates more submarines with 8 compared to Ethiopia's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Egypt or Ethiopia?
Egypt operates 13 frigates compared to Ethiopia's 0.