Navy comparison: Netherlands vs Portugal
Netherlands operates a fleet of 38 ships compared to 36 for Portugal. The fleet breakdown includes 3 vs 2 submarines, 6 vs 5 frigates, 0 vs 2 corvettes, 2 vs 0 amphibious ships, 7 vs 19 patrol boats, 6 vs 0 mine warfare ships (Netherlands vs Portugal). Netherlands's navy is officially the Royal Netherlands Navy, while Portugal's is the Portuguese Navy.
Royal Netherlands Navy 🇳🇱
| Official Name | Royal Netherlands Navy |
| Total ships | 38 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 38 as of 2025 |
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Portuguese Navy 🇵🇹
| Official Name | Portuguese Navy |
| Total ships | 36 as of 2025 |
| Active ships | 36 as of 2025 |
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Netherlands ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 3 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 0 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 6 | |
| Corvettes | 0 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 7 | |
| Amphibious ships | 2 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 6 | |
| Cargo ships | 0 | |
| Support ships | 8 | |
| Other ships | 6 | |
Portuguese ships by category
| Ship category | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Submarines | 2 | |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 0 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 5 | |
| Corvettes | 2 | |
| Coastal boats | 0 | |
| Patrol boats | 19 | |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | |
| Mine Warfare ships | 0 | |
| Cargo ships | 0 | |
| Support ships | 4 | |
| Other ships | 4 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Netherlands or Portugal?
Netherlands has a larger navy with 38 ships compared to Portugal's 36 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Netherlands or Portugal?
Netherlands operates more submarines with 3 compared to Portugal's 2.
Which navy has more frigates, Netherlands or Portugal?
Netherlands operates 6 frigates compared to Portugal's 5.