The first ship of the Advanced Rome 216A Light Combat Ship class, 216-001 Rome, has begun initial ship trials following the completion of core parts of the ship. Initial trials will take place over the next couple of weeks, the ship will then return to port for the fitting of more systems - including core tactical systems and to iron out any issues which are uncovered.
The second more extensive phase of trials will begin and last into the new year. The ship will have it's systems completed and then begin a 4-5 month long final set of trials which will include operating alongside service ships. If all goes well then the Advanced Rome could enter service before the end of next year.
