ST Marine Introduces NGOPV Line

16 Februari 2014

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.

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.

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)