Royal Norwegian Navy

The Royal Norwegian Navy (often abbreviated as RNoN) is the branch of the Norwegian Defence Force responsible for naval operations. As of 2005, the Navy consists of approximately 5,000 personnel and 25 vessels, including 2 frigates, 6 submarines, 14 patrol boats, 1 minelayer, 6 minesweepers, 1 mine detection vessel, 1 support vessel and 2 training vessels. The Navy also includes the Coast Guard.

Naval Schools

• Royal Norwegian Naval Basic Training Establishment, HNoMS Harald Haarfagre, Stavanger
• Royal Norwegian Navy Officer Candidate School, Horten
• Royal Norwegian Naval Academy, Laksevåg, Bergen
• Royal Norwegian Naval Training Establishment, HNoMS Tordenskjold, Haakonsvern, Bergen

Fact sheet from Department of Defense

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