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On the way to operational readiness

On the way to operational readiness

Gepostet von | 23 Feb 2021 | , | 0

The Royal Navy's fifth and newest offshore patrol vessel has taken another step towards operational capability. HMS Spey sailed the Solent for the first time since being commissioned. On 7 January, the flag was changed from Blue Ensign to White Ensign, making the ship officially a unit of the British Navy. Only recently, the Ready for Sea Date Inspection was successfully completed. This allowed the crew under Ben Evans to start the next phase of testing and training. Fleet Operational Sea Training still has to be passed later this year before the ship can be deployed. The second generation of the River class (Batch 2) comprises...

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Concerns about piracy in West Africa

Concerns about piracy in West Africa

Gepostet von | 22 Feb 2021 | , , , , | 1

IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim has expressed his deep concern about the escalation of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. At the same time, he pointed out that ships travelling in this highly dangerous sea area should follow the Best Management Practices (BMP) for West Africa drawn up by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). This should prevent or at least make attacks more difficult and deter attackers. In addition, attacks should be reported better and faster to the relevant authorities so that assistance can be provided promptly. Lim had issued a circular to all stakeholders, including shipowners, the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and...

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Naval shipbuilding impressions from Kiel

Naval shipbuilding impressions from Kiel

Gepostet von | 20 Feb 2021 | , , , | 0

In fine weather: naval shipbuilding at tkms and GNYK The first submarine of the 218 SG class (RSS Invincinble) is currently being prepared for further shipyard trials at thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkms). According to a spokesperson for the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN), the "First of Class" will not be transferred to Changi Naval Base until 2022. The RSS Impeccable was transferred from the construction hall to the synchrolift on 8 February 2021. On request, the RSN press department will not comment on a date for the naming ceremony. In addition to the RSS Impeccable, U 36 from the 1st submarine squadron of the German Navy can also be...

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