The first new frigate of the F-110 programme was launched at the state-owned Navantia shipyard in Ferrol on 11 September - one month ahead of schedule and with an equipment level of more than 70 percent! Godmother of the "Ramón Boniface" was the Spanish Königin Sofía. The Bonifaz class (146 metres, 6,200 tonnes) is to replace the six units of the Santa Maria class (modified replica of the American FFG 7 Oliver Hazard Perry class, 138 metres, 4,100 tonnes) as a multi-purpose frigate. Further outfitting is now taking place at the pier, while another two of the five frigates are already being assembled in Ferrol in sections. The Bonifaz frigate will have a digital twin on land, which is being developed by the navy and system companies in collaboration with the University of Vigo and will be used for training, maintenance and troubleshooting.önew pathsöshould open.