Second fleet service boat starts production earlier

Big day in Wolgast

Lectern with presentation screen for the keel laying of the first fleet service boat 424
Photo: hsc

Steel construction began at the Peene shipyard site in Wolgast for the second Class 424 fleet service boat, which will be launched several months earlier than planned to replace the Bundeswehr's OSTE class. The approximately 130 metre long ships serve as reconnaissance platforms with state-of-the-art sensor technology and meet current military requirements. The accelerated production is being realised through increased involvement of the Peene shipyard and close cooperation with the Federal Office of Defence Equipment in order to meet the current challenges.