MEKO

It is a concept in modern naval shipbuilding based on modularity of armament, electronics and other equipment, aiming at ease of maintenance and cost reduction.

MEKO ships include families of frigates, corvettes and ocean-going patrol boats.

[5] Ultimately however, Israel opted for four modified K130 Braunschweig-class corvettes, the first of which is expected to enter service in 2019.

[6] Eight extended versions of MEKO A-100 frigate vessels are planned to be supplied for the Brazilian Navy.

The construction of the vessels, which are more than 100 meters long, are planned for the Oceana shipyard in Itajaí.