September 2014 Maritime Defense Industry and World Naval Forces News
 
 

U.S. Navy accepts delivery of future USNS Fall River Joint High Speed Vessel
 
Joint High Speed Vessel USNS Fall River (JHSV 4) completed the last significant milestone before delivery of the ship, completing Acceptance Trials (AT) on July 25, 2014, in the Gulf of Mexico. This milestone achievement involved the performance of intense comprehensive tests by the Navy while underway, which demonstrated the operation of the ship's major systems and equipment.
The Navy accepted delivery of Joint High Speed Vessel, the future USNS Fall River from the Austal USA shipbuilder, Sept. 15.The delivery marks a major milestone, the official transfer of the vessel from the shipbuilder to the Navy. USNS Fall River is the U.S. Navy's fourth Joint High Speed Vessel (JHSV).
 

Keel Laying for the RSN's First Littoral Mission Vessel
 
The keel laying ceremony for the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)'s first Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV) was held at Singapore Technologies Marine (ST Marine) in Jurong today. Permanent Secretary (Defence) Mr Chan Yeng Kit officiated at the ceremony. The keel laying of the first LMV marks another significant milestone for the RSN.
The keel laying ceremony for the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN)'s first Littoral Mission Vessel (LMV) was held at Singapore Technologies Marine (ST Marine) in Jurong today. Permanent Secretary (Defence) Mr Chan Yeng Kit officiated at the ceremony. The keel laying of the first LMV marks another significant milestone for the RSN.
 

First Mistral class LHD for Russia, Vladivostok, started sea trials with 200 sailors on board
 
Vladivostok, the first French-built Mistral-class LHD built for Russia left STX shipyard in St Nazaire this morning to start a serie of sea trials with 200 Russian sailors on board. Under the contract, the first amphibious assault ship is to be delivered to Russia by the end of the year, while the second ship, the Sevastopol, is due to arrive next year. Earlier this month, an official statement made by the French presidency explained the delivery of Vadivostok is on hold until November.
Vladivostok, the first French-built Mistral-class LHD built for Russia left STX shipyard in St Nazaire this morning to start a serie of sea trials with 200 Russian sailors on board. Under the contract, the first amphibious assault ship is to be delivered to Russia by the end of the year, while the second ship, the Sevastopol, is due to arrive next year. Earlier this month, an official statement made by the French presidency explained the delivery of Vadivostok is on hold until November.
 

U.S. Navy to fly its MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft Systems across the United States
 
This week, for the first time, we will fly our unmanned MQ-4C Triton cross-country to Naval Air Station Patuxent River, where the “future of naval aviation begins.” For months, our team, comprised of military, civilian and contractor personnel, has been doing a phenomenal job making sure every detail is in place for this historic day.
This week, for the first time, we will fly our unmanned MQ-4C Triton cross-country to Naval Air Station Patuxent River, where the “future of naval aviation begins.” For months, our team, comprised of military, civilian and contractor personnel, has been doing a phenomenal job making sure every detail is in place for this historic day.
 

INS Tanin, 1st Dolphin Batch II class SSK, joins Israeli Navy
 
The Israeli Navy announced that INS Tanin, the first Dolphin Batch II class SSK, has joined its fleet. INS Tanin is also the fourth of six Dolphin-class submarines that the Israeli navy has on order with German shipyard ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS / HDW).
The Israeli Navy announced that INS Tanin, the first Dolphin Batch II class SSK, has joined its fleet. INS Tanin is also the fourth of six Dolphin-class submarines that the Israeli navy has on order with German shipyard ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS / HDW). Delivery of the sixth and final SSK in scheduled for 2019.
 

First Ocean Eagle 43 Trimaran Patrol Vessel hull for Mozambique delivered to CMN
 
The first of the three hulls that H2X will deliver to CMN for the contract with Mozambique left the workshops on Monday, September 8. The hull will leave La Ciotat, France, on Friday, September 12 to reach Cherbourg aboard the cargo Spirit. It will then be motorized and equipped in CMN shipyard.
The first of the three hulls that H2X will deliver to CMN for the contract with Mozambique left the workshops on Monday, September 8. The hull will leave La Ciotat, France, on Friday, September 12 to reach Cherbourg aboard the cargo Spirit. It will then be motorized and equipped in CMN shipyard.
 

Russian Navy Borey-class SSBN Vladimir Monomakh Successfully Test-Fires Bulava SLBM
 
Russia has successfully test-fired a Bulava submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from its Borey-class Vladimir Monomakh nuclear-powered submarine, the Russian Defense Ministry said Wednesday.
Russia has successfully test-fired a Bulava submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from its Borey-class Vladimir Monomakh nuclear-powered submarine, the Russian Defense Ministry said Wednesday. The missile was launched from a location off northwest Russia’s White Sea and hit a designated target at the Kura test range on Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula.
 

Boeing Delivers 5th P-8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft to Indian Navy
 
Boeing delivered the fifth P-8I maritime patrol aircraft to India, on schedule, on Sept. 9 as part of a contract for eight aircraft to support the Indian Navy’s maritime patrol requirements.
Boeing delivered the fifth P-8I maritime patrol aircraft to India, on schedule, on Sept. 9 as part of a contract for eight aircraft to support the Indian Navy’s maritime patrol requirements. The aircraft arrived at Naval Air Station Rajali, after a flight from Seattle’s Boeing Field, and joined the four previously delivered P-8Is.
 

U.S. Coast Guard orders 7 Transportable Port Security Boats (TPSB) from Kvichak Marine Industries
 
Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc., of Seattle, WA, was awarded a five year contract by the U.S. Coast Guard for the construction of 32’ Transportable Port Security Boats (TPSB) in 2011. Kvichak has delivered 52 vessels to date. The USCG recently awarded an additional 7 vessels to the contract.
Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc., of Seattle, WA, was awarded a five year contract by the U.S. Coast Guard for the construction of 32’ Transportable Port Security Boats (TPSB) in 2011. Kvichak has delivered 52 vessels to date. The USCG recently awarded an additional 7 vessels to the contract.
 

Sillinger introduces its new Rafale range dedicated to Special Forces and Naval Commandos
 
French RHIB specialist Sillinger announces the launch of a new range of products called Rafale. The goal is to fulfill all the requirements of soldiers and professionals. Sillinger Rafale boats have been thought and conceived for professionals and soldiers maneuvering in highly intensive conditions. These new RIB boats are endowed with a new deep V and wave-piercing bow.
French RHIB specialist Sillinger announces the launch of a new range of products called Rafale. The goal is to fulfill all the requirements of soldiers and professionals. Sillinger Rafale boats have been thought and conceived for professionals and soldiers maneuvering in highly intensive conditions. These new RIB boats are endowed with a new deep V and wave-piercing bow.
 

Italian shipyard Fincantieri delivered amphibious ship Kalaat Beni-Abbes to Algerian Navy
 
On September 4, 2014 at the Fincantieri Muggiano shipyard (in La Spezia) the Algerian Navy took delivery of the Kalaat Beni-Abbes BDSL (Batiment de Débarquement et de Soutien Logistique) amphibious vessel. The vessel was ordered in 2011 by the Ministry of Defence of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria from Orizzonte Sistemi Navali, a company controlled by Fincantieri in which Selex ES also holds an interest, to serve as the national Navy's new flagship.
On September 4, 2014 at the Fincantieri Muggiano shipyard (in La Spezia) the Algerian Navy took delivery of the Kalaat Beni-Abbes BDSL (Batiment de Débarquement et de Soutien Logistique) amphibious vessel. The vessel was ordered in 2011 by the Ministry of Defence of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria from Orizzonte Sistemi Navali, a company controlled by Fincantieri in which Selex ES also holds an interest, to serve as the national Navy's new flagship.
 

U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Accepts Delivery of First MK VI Patrol Boat
 
The U.S. Navy accepted delivery of the first MK VI patrol boat, Aug. 27. The craft is the first of 10 patrol boats currently under contract with Safe Boats International in Tacoma, Washington. The patrol boats will be operated and maintained by the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC), supporting coastal riverine forces.
The U.S. Navy accepted delivery of the first MK VI patrol boat, Aug. 27. The craft is the first of 10 patrol boats currently under contract with Safe Boats International in Tacoma, Washington. The patrol boats will be operated and maintained by the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC), supporting coastal riverine forces.
 

Kongsberg showcasing Polish Navy's NSM Coastal Battery vehicles at MSPO 2014
 
At MSPO 2014, the International Defense Exhibition currently taking place in Kielce, Kongsberg is showcasing some elements of the NSM (Naval Strike Missile) coastal battery system. The battery is operated by a Polish Navy coastal defence squadron based in Siemirowice (Northern Poland near Gdansk).
At MSPO 2014, the International Defense Exhibition currently taking place in Kielce, Kongsberg is showcasing some elements of the NSM (Naval Strike Missile) coastal battery system. The battery is operated by a Polish Navy coastal defence squadron based in Siemirowice (Northern Poland near Gdansk).
 

Official: Delivery of First Mistral class LHD Vladivostok on hold until November
 
According to an official statement made by the French presidency on September 3rd, the delivery of the first Mistral-class LHD, built for Russia is now on hold until November. Russia and France signed a contract for two Mistral-class LHDs for $1.6 billion in June 2011. Under the contract, the first French Mistral-class amphibious assault ship, the Vladivostok, is to be delivered to Russia by the end of the year, while the second ship, the Sevastopol, is due to arrive next year.
According to an official statement made by the French presidency on September 3rd, the delivery of the first Mistral-class LHD, built for Russia is now on hold until November. Russia and France signed a contract for two Mistral-class LHDs for $1.6 billion in June 2011. Under the contract, the first French Mistral-class amphibious assault ship, the Vladivostok, is to be delivered to Russia by the end of the year, while the second ship, the Sevastopol, is due to arrive next year.
 

DCNS exhibits at MSPO 2014 – from 1 to 4 september, in Kielce, Poland
 
DCNS is a world leader in naval defence and an innovator in the energy sector. As a naval prime contractor, shipbuilder and systems integrator, DCNS combines resources and expertise spanning the naval defence value chain and entire system lifecycles. DCNS delivers innovative solutions from integrated warships to strategic systems, equipment, services.
DCNS is a world leader in naval defence and an innovator in the energy sector. As a naval prime contractor, shipbuilder and systems integrator, DCNS combines resources and expertise spanning the naval defence value chain and entire system lifecycles. DCNS delivers innovative solutions from integrated warships to strategic systems, equipment, services.
 

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