Norway’s Kongsberg Maritime has actually won an order for 6 collections of controlled pitch prop systems from South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries for installment in 6 brand-new 94-meter overseas patrol vessels for the Philippine Navy.
Each propulsion collection will certainly include double Kongsberg Kamewa Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) 86 A/5 D-B systems, in addition to shaft lines, hydraulic power systems, regional operating panels, and also devices. The initial shipset will certainly be supplied in August 2024.
The 6 brand-new overseas patrol vessels (OPVs) belong to a significant upgrade to Philippine marine ability. The brand-new vessels are to have a variation of 2,450 tonnes, optimal rate of 22 knots, 15-knot travelling rate and also a variety of 5,500 maritime miles. The vessels will certainly have the ability to offer lengthy variety patrol ability.
“Our propulsion equipment is vital to the performance of these sophisticated new vessels for the Philippine Navy,” claimed Ottar Ristesund, Senior Vice President, Propulsion and also Engine Sales,Kongsberg Maritime “We are proud to secure this important order for Kongsberg Maritime – it showcases our good and strong collaboration with our clients.”
