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Hellenic Navy

The Hellenic Navy operates 143 active ships in 2026 — 8 submarines, 1 cruiser, 13 frigates, 7 amphibious ships, 9 patrol vessels, 31 coastal craft, 2 mine warfare ships, 32 auxiliaries. It ranks #17 of 80 navies worldwide, with 3 more hulls on order or under construction.

Active ships
1432026
Total ships
146
Capital ships
1
Major combatants
21
SEAS Index (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength)
30.6/ 100
Global rank: #17 / 80
The score reflects a fleet of 1 capital ships, 21 major combatants, 7 light combatants and 42 minor vessels out of 143 active vessels, weighted by combat effectiveness.
How this score is calculated
Fleet Composition
  • Support ships 32
  • Other ships 32
  • Coastal boats 31
  • Frigates 13 +3
  • Patrol boats 9
  • Submarines 8
  • Cargo ships 8
  • Amphibious ships 7
  • Mine Warfare ships 2
  • Cruisers 1
In serviceOn order
Recent navy events Updated daily
  1. JAN 152026 Commissioned HS Kimon (Kimon) · Commissioned in the Saronic Gulf; first new Greek frigate in 28 years.
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Full inventory in 2026

146 ships

Navy

Type Class Ship Name Hull Number Status Year
Amphibious ships
Tank Landing Ships Jason HS Chios L173 Active —
Jason HS Samos L174 Active —
Jason HS Ikaria L175 Active —
Jason HS Lesvos L176 Active —
Jason HS Rodos L177 Active —
LCVP-36/36F - ABAK Active —
Zubr HS Ithaca L181 Active —
Cargo ships
Transport Pandora HS Pandora A419 Active —
Pandora HS Pandrosos A420 Active —
Passenger Transfer Ships HS Ptolemais A447 Active —
Passenger Transfer Ships HS Demetrias A446 Active —
Passenger Transfer Ships HS Antigonis A445 Active —
Passenger Transfer Ships HS Ammonias A444 Active —
Personnel Transfer Ships HS Serifos L195 Active —
Personnel Transfer Ships HS Naxos L178 Active —
Coastal boats
Special Operations Craft Agenor SOC Agenor - Active 2021
Gunboats Asheville HS Tolmi P229 Active 1989
HSY-55 HS Kasos P57 Active 1993
HSY-55 HS Polemistis P61 Active 1993
Missile Boats La Combattante IIIa HS Laskos P20 Active 1977
La Combattante IIIa HS Blessas P21 Active 1977
La Combattante IIIa HS Mykonios P22 Active 1977
La Combattante IIIa HS Troupakis P23 Active 1977
La Combattante IIIb HS Degiannis P26 Active 1980
La Combattante IIIb HS Starakis P29 Active 1980
La Combattante IIa HS Pezopoulos P73 Active 1973
La Combattante IIa HS Maridakis P75 Active 1973
Special Operations Craft Mark V SOC HS Aiolos P62 Active 2020
Mark V SOC HS Astrapi P63 Active 2020
Mark V SOC HS Esperos P64 Active 2020
Mark V SOC HS Kentauros P65 Active 2020
Okyalos SOC Okyalos II P51 Active —
Gunboats Osprey 55 HS Armatolos P18 Active 1991
Osprey 55 HS Navmahos P19 Active 1991
Osprey HSY-56A HS Mahitis P266 Active 2003
Osprey HSY-56A HS Nikiphoros P267 Active 2003
Osprey HSY-56A HS Aittitos P268 Active 2003
Osprey HSY-56A HS Krataios P269 Active 2003
Missile Boats Super Vita HS Roussen P67 Active 2005
Super Vita HS Daniolos P68 Active 2005
Super Vita HS Krystallidis P69 Active 2005
Super Vita HS Grigoropoulos P70 Active 2005
Super Vita HS Ritsos P71 Active 2005
Super Vita HS Karathanasis P78 Active 2005
Super Vita HS Vlahakos P79 Active 2005
Special Operations Craft SuperTermoli SOC-11 - Active 2021
Cruisers
Cruiser Pisa HS Georgios Averof - Active —
Frigates
Frigates Kimon HS Kimon New F601 Active 2026
Kortenaer HS Elli F450 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Limnos F451 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Adrias F459 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Aigaion F460 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Navarinon F461 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Kountouriotis F462 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Kanaris F464 Active 2000
Kortenaer HS Nikiforos Fokas F466 Active 2000
MEKO-200HN HS Hydra F452 Active 1992
MEKO-200HN HS Spetsai F453 Active 1992
MEKO-200HN HS Psara F454 Active 1992
MEKO-200HN HS Salamis F455 Active 1992
Kimon HS Nearchos F602 Fitting Out 2026
Kimon HS Phormion F603 Fitting Out 2026
Kimon HS Themistokles F604 Ordered 2028
Mine Warfare ships
Mine countermeasures Hunt HS Europa M62 Active 1986
Osprey HS Evniki M61 Active 1994
Other ships
Anti-submarine net tender — HS Thetis A307 Active —
Lighthouse Tenders — HS Karavogiannos A479 Active —
— HS Lykoudis A481 Active —
Oceanographic & Hydrographic Survey Vessels — HS Pytheas A474 Active —
— HS Strabon A476 Active —
— HS Nautilus A478 Active —
— HS Akatos AK14 Active —
Torpedo retrievers — HS Evrotas A460 Active —
— HS Arachthos A461 Active —
— HS Strymon A462 Active —
— HS Nestos A463 Active —
Training ship — Kyknos I A484 Active —
Floating Crane Floating Crane - PG-4 Active —
Floating Crane - PG-6 Active —
Floating Crane - PG-8 Active —
Tank Landing Ships LCM Klasse 521 - ABM20 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM21 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM22 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM23 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM24 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM25 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM26 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM27 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM28 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM29 Active —
LCM Klasse 521 - ABM30 Active —
LCU Klasse 520 - L170 Active —
LCU Klasse 520 - L179 Active —
LCU Klasse 520 - L168 Active —
LCU Klasse 520 - L167 Active —
LCU Klasse 520 HS Herakleia L169 Active —
Other Trireme HS Olympias - Active 1987
Patrol boats
Patrol Esterel HS Diopos Antoniou P286 Active —
Esterel HS Kelevstis Stamou P287 Active —
Island HS Mantouvalos Ioannis P197 Active 2023
Island HS Galanis Georgios P198 Active 2023
Island HS Liaskos Antonios P288 Active 2023
Island HS Gialopsos Ektoras P289 Active 2023
Tjeld HS Kyknos — Active 1981
Tjeld HS Pegasus P199 Active 1981
Tjeld HS Toxotis P228 Active 1981
Submarines
Submarines Glavkos HS Nireus S111 Active 1995
Okeanos HS Okeanos S118 Active 1979
Papanikolis HS Papanikolis S120 Active 2010
Papanikolis HS Pipinos S121 Active 2010
Papanikolis HS Matrozos S122 Active 2010
Papanikolis HS Katsonis S123 Active 2010
Poseidon HS Amfitriti S117 Active 1979
Poseidon HS Pontos S119 Active 1979
Support ships
Tugboat — HS Achilles A409 Active —
— HS Atromitos A410 Active —
— HS Adamastos A411 Active —
— HS Aias A412 Active —
— HS Nestor A421 Active —
— HS Jason A424 Active —
— HS Odysseus A425 Active —
— HS Danaos A427 Active —
— HS Perseus A429 Active —
— HS Gigas A432 Active —
— HS Minos A436 Active —
— HS Pelias A437 Active —
— HS Atreus A439 Active —
— HS Diomedes A440 Active —
— HS Theseus A441 Active —
— HS Romaleos A442 Active —
Support Atlas HS Atlas I A471 Active 2019
Atlas HS Heracles A472 Active 2020
Atlas HS Aias A473 Active 2021
Etna HS Prometheus A374 Active 2004
Lüneburg HS Aliakmon A470 Active 1993
Tankers Oil Tankers HS Zeus A375 Active —
Oil Tankers HS Orion A376 Active —
Oil Tankers HS Ouranos A416 Active —
Oil Tankers HS Hyperion A417 Active —
Oil Tankers HS Iridanos A466 Active —
Oil Tankers HS Ilissos A469 Active —
Support Viking Vision HS Perseas I A377 Active 2023
Tankers Water Tankers HS Kerkini A433 Active —
Water Tankers HS Prespa A434 Active —
Water Tankers HS Doirani A467 Active —
Water Tankers HS Kallirhoe A468 Active —

Overview

The Hellenic Navy (HN) is a significant naval power in the Eastern Mediterranean, focused on safeguarding Greece's extensive coastline, numerous islands, and maritime interests in the Aegean and Ionian Seas. It operates as a green-water navy, possessing the capability to operate in its regional littorals but with limitations on sustained blue-water deployments. The navy's maritime strategy is fundamentally shaped by the geopolitical complexities of the region, requiring robust sea control, anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) capabilities, and power projection.

The fleet's surface combatant force has historically been centered on a fleet of frigates, a mix of Hydra-class (MEKO-200HN) and the older, extensively upgraded Elli-class (Kortenaer-class) vessels. This frigate force is complemented by a numerous flotilla of fast attack missile craft, which are crucial for sea denial operations in the archipelagic environment of the Aegean Sea.

A key component of the Hellenic Navy's deterrent posture is its submarine fleet. It consists of both modern Type 214 Papanikolis-class submarines, which feature air-independent propulsion (AIP), and older, modernized Type 209 units. This underwater force provides significant stealth and anti-surface warfare capabilities. The navy also operates a number of gunboats, landing ships, and support vessels to ensure logistical independence and amphibious capability.

To counter the obsolescence of many of its principal surface combatants, the Hellenic Navy has embarked on a significant shipbuilding and acquisition program. A cornerstone of this effort is the procurement of FDI Belharra-class frigates from France, which will introduce advanced anti-air and anti-surface warfare capabilities. Plans are also advancing for a next-generation submarine program to replace the oldest Type 209 boats, ensuring the long-term viability of its underwater fleet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ships does Greece's navy have?
Hellenic Navy operates 143 active naval vessels. Including reserve and training ships, the total fleet size is 146 vessels.
How does Greece's navy rank globally?
Hellenic Navy ranks #17 out of 80 navies worldwide based on the SEAS Index (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength), which measures overall naval capability considering fleet composition and combat effectiveness.
Does Greece have submarines?
Yes, Hellenic Navy operates 8 submarines. These include both nuclear-powered and conventional diesel-electric submarines for various missions including strategic deterrence, anti-submarine warfare, and reconnaissance.
Does Greece have aircraft carriers?
No, Hellenic Navy does not currently operate aircraft carriers. Power projection relies on other surface combatants and land-based naval aviation.
What is the SEAS Index score of Greece?
Greece has a SEAS Index (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) score of 30.6 out of 100. This composite score measures overall naval capability, with capital ships (carriers, cruisers) weighted highest, followed by major combatants (destroyers, submarines, frigates), and light combatants.
What types of ships does Greece's navy operate?
Hellenic Navy operates a diverse fleet including 32 support ships, 32 other ships, 31 coastal boats, 16 frigates. The fleet composition reflects the country's maritime defense priorities and strategic requirements.
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Latest Data Updates
  1. AUG 132026 Updated 146 inventory entries added across 41 ship classes
  2. AUG 32026 Updated Viking Vision: registration removed
  3. JUL 252026 Updated Fleet event revised: Commissioned in the Saronic Gulf; first new Greek frigate in 28 years.
  4. APR 152026 Updated Osprey linked to its equipment page
  5. APR 72026 Updated Fleet event revised: Commissioned in the Saronic Gulf; first new Greek frigate in 28 years.
  6. MAR 142026 Updated Fleet event recorded; inventory year updated