16 Februari 2014
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ST Marine Next Generation OPV 95m (image : news.discuss)
Singapore Technologies Marine (ST Marine) introduced a line of offshore patrol vessels at the Singapore Airshow.
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ST Marine Next Generation Frigate (photo : pdff)
The boats, known as the New Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), are based on the Fearless-class hull form, but feature an extended length that can fit a helicopter landing dock. The hull design of the 95 m craft is touted as having been optimised and model-tested for high-speed performance. The shipbuilder has also promised long-range fuel economy at cruising speed.
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The new details of ST Marine Littoral Mission Vessel (photo : kementah)
Speaking to IHS Janes's on 9 February, ST Marine Vice President for Marketing Siow Chee Khiang said the NGOPV was "suitable for countries looking to secure their maritime boundaries.
(Jane's)
Singapore Technologies Marine (ST Marine) introduced a line of offshore patrol vessels at the Singapore Airshow.
The boats, known as the New Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), are based on the Fearless-class hull form, but feature an extended length that can fit a helicopter landing dock. The hull design of the 95 m craft is touted as having been optimised and model-tested for high-speed performance. The shipbuilder has also promised long-range fuel economy at cruising speed.
Speaking to IHS Janes's on 9 February, ST Marine Vice President for Marketing Siow Chee Khiang said the NGOPV was "suitable for countries looking to secure their maritime boundaries.
(Jane's)