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Frigate Sachsen receives digital radio from Motorola

Frigate Sachsen receives modernised digital radio The frigate Sachsen relies on modern communication technology. A new TETRA radio system will ensure a secure and reliable connection on board in future. The modernisation of the digital radio on the frigate Sachsen ensures secure and reliable communication. A TETRA digital radio solution from Motorola Solutions is now in use. It improves communication on board - especially for ship security teams, damage control forces and operational command. Frigate Sachsen digital radio: New communication solution on board In future, the frigate Sachsen will be equipped with portable TETRA handheld radios MTP8550Ex from Motorola Solutions. These will enable interference-free and secure communication via digital radio. At the official commissioning ceremony, Axel Kukuk,...

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Hamburg: Fire on German warship

During the night from Monday to Tuesday, there was a fire on the reconnaissance vessel "Alster" (Oste class 423), which is currently undergoing scheduled repairs in the floating dock of the Norderwerft shipyard in Hamburg harbour. According to initial information, there was a fire in an electrical distribution box. Crew members were able to extinguish the fire quickly. The fire brigade that was called out subsequently checked the scene of the fire. The fire broke out at around 1.16 am, a fire service spokesperson told TAG24. As a precautionary measure, fire boats also travelled to the dock, but they were not needed. According to the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), there was no damage to the unit.

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China: EloKa-Jet now carrier-capable

After a squadron of J-15Ts could be seen flying in formation over the Liaoning and Shandong carriers and two J-15Ds could also be seen on the flight deck of the Shandong (305/315 metres, 60-70,000 tonnes), China officially unveiled these new aircraft variants at the Zhuhai Airshow at the beginning of November. The Shenyang J-15 ("Feisha" - Flying Shark) was developed as a carrier fighter jet based on the Russian Sukhoi Su-33. The People's Liberation Navy (PLAN) was able to acquire corresponding prototype modules in the Ukraine in 2001. Russia later described the J-15 as an "unlicensed clone of the Su-33" and complained in 2009 when China presented the finished model. The J-15T is...

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Russian oil tanker sanctions: Pressure on shadow fleet grows

Russian oil tankers are coming under increasing pressure due to the latest sanctions imposed by the USA, EU and the UK. Panama and Barbados have already cancelled several ships from their flag registers. The current sanctions against Russian oil tankers mean that many ships have to look for a new flag state. The sanctions are putting increasing pressure on Moscow's shipping network. After Panama has already removed almost 70 ships from its register, Barbados is now following suit: The Caribbean state's shipping registry announced that 46 ships from the Russian shadow fleet would be flagged out. The owners have been asked to take up the country's flag due to new British sanctions. Flag states play a central role in ensuring compliance with safety standards...

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Einsatzgruppenversorger Bonn: Overhaul almost complete

The task force provider "Bonn" has been undergoing a scheduled maintenance phase at German Naval Yards since 1 July 2024. On 31 January 2025, the shipyard announced that after extensive major overhaul work on engines, gearboxes, pumps, generators and other components of the propulsion system, the ship had been moved to the outfitting pier "Berth 6", where the final work will take place. The focus is now on work on the most important ship systems, such as overhauling the drinking and cooling water systems, fuel and air conditioning technology. The "Bonn" is also being prepared for the arrival of her crew: Chambers, mess rooms, galleys and sanitary areas are being finalised. In addition, the testing of the ship's equipment, which is essential before...

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