The Romanian Ministry of National Defense announced that it has made a significant decision as part of the modernization of the Navy and will procure HISAR-class offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) from Turkey. According to a report by Security News, Romanian Minister of National Defense Ionuţ Moşteanu announced that the procurement contract will be signed in November 2025. Minister Moşteanu stated that the vessel will be “operational from day one” and will be delivered “equipped with weapons meeting NATO standards.”
A 223 Million Euro Strategic Opportunity
Documents from the Romanian Ministry of Defense list the sales price of the HİSAR-class ADKG as 223 million euros, excluding VAT. In addition to this price, the costs of missiles and other specialized equipment will also be added. Minister Moşteanu also stated that additional armament would be installed on the ship in addition to its standard equipment.
Romania’s acquisition is considered a critical necessity due to the Romanian Navy (FNR)’s “aging and technologically limited fleet.” The Turkish side’s offer to transfer a ready-to-serve ship represents a strategic opportunity for Romania.
Integration of Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) Against Hybrid Threats
Official documents from the Romanian Ministry of Defense detail the contributions the acquisition of the HISAR-class vessel will make to the country’s security. Thanks to this ship, the Romanian Navy will be able to carry out critical missions more effectively, such as responding to hybrid threats, protecting critical infrastructure, ensuring deterrence, and securing its maritime presence.
Minister Moşteanu also shared information about additional armament that will enhance the ship’s operational capability: “In addition to standard weapon systems, the Naval Strike Missiles (NSM)—a U.S.-made missile system—will also be integrated into this corvette.” This missile system will be used on all Romanian Navy vessels, and the integration process will be carried out in Romania.
This intergovernmental agreement—through the transfer to Romania of a ready-to-deploy vessel recently added to the inventory of the Republic of Turkey—will significantly enhance Bucharest’s capacity to strengthen maritime security in the Black Sea and provide support for NATO allied operations.
