Berlin, 10 July 2026. In its annual report 2025, the Bundesrechnungshof criticizes the Ministry of Defence for the modernization of four frigates in Emden. For the accommodation of the crews during the work, the Ministry waived both a public tender and a careful examination of the costs. This resulted in additional costs of at least 20 million euros. Since the necessary shipyard capacities were not available in Wilhelmshaven, the modernization o…
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Berlin, 10 July 2026. In its annual report 2025, the Bundesrechnungshof criticizes the Ministry of Defence for the modernization of four frigates in Emden. For the accommodation of the crews during the work, the Ministry waived both a public tender and a careful examination of the costs. This resulted in additional costs of at least 20 million euros. Since the necessary shipyard capacities were not available in Wilhelmshaven, the modernization o…