Navy comparison: 
Netherlands vs 
Norway
Netherlands operates a fleet of 38 ships compared to 73 for Norway. Of these, 37 and 60 are in active service respectively.
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Netherlands
Norway
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Netherlands | Norway | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Royal Netherlands Navy | Royal Norwegian Navy | |
| Total ships | 38 | 73 | 🇳🇴 1.9× |
| Active ships | 37 | 60 | 🇳🇴 1.6× |
| On order / planned | 0 | 13 | 🇳🇴 |
| Submarines | 3 | 6 | 🇳🇴 2.0× |
| Principal surface combatants | 5 | 4 | 🇳🇱 1.2× |
| Amphibious ships | 2 | 0 | 🇳🇱 |
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| Corvettes | 0 | 6 | 🇳🇴 |
| Patrol boats | 7 | 25 | 🇳🇴 3.6× |
| Mine warfare | 5 | 5 | — |
| Coastal boats | 0 | 6 | 🇳🇴 |
| Auxiliaries | 15 | 8 | 🇳🇱 1.9× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Netherlands or Norway?
Norway has a larger navy with 73 ships compared to Netherlands's 38 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Netherlands or Norway?
Norway operates more submarines with 12 compared to Netherlands's 3.
Which navy has more frigates, Netherlands or Norway?
Norway operates 9 frigates compared to Netherlands's 6.
How do the Netherlands and Norway navies compare in size?
Norway's navy is 1.9 times larger than Netherlands's in terms of total ships (73 vs 38).