First LCS handover in 2026


On track: Mohamed Khaled (centre) inspecting the construction of the first LCS at the RMN base in Lumut. — Bernama

LUMUT: The Maharaja Lela-class littoral combat ship (LCS) 1 is expected to be handed over to the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) in August 2026, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

The Defence Minister said the construction of the country’s first LCS has met the planned milestone.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Mohamed Khaled Nordin , LCS , RMN , ship , handed over

Next In Nation

Defence Ministry launches probe into ‘Yeye’ culture across all service branches
No Team A, B or C, but only Team DAP, Loke denies Zahid’s claims
Rompin cops seek public help to locate woman missing since August
Immigration smashes human trafficking syndicate following 'safe house' raid in Kelantan
Lamag polls: BN candidate launches manifesto, outlining seven pledges
Port Dickson beach: Declared safe following isolated jellyfish incident
Kg Jalan Papan residents press DAP to deliver housing promises before GE16
PLKN Pekan camp hits capacity: Trainees sent home can join next intake, skip selection process
Woman loses over RM330,000 to non-existent investment scam
PJ man arrested after video of child abuse goes viral

Others Also Read