Indonesia Navy Technology Made Warship X3K Stealth Class High Patrol Boat

TNI Commander describes the process of purchasing defense equipment was carried out in II year strategic plan 2010-2014. Meanwhile, Commander of the explanation is related to the question among members of Commission I of the House regarding the plan to the Air Force buy the Super Tucano aircraft to be placed in the squadron of 14 Madison and the Navy plans to buy fast patrol boats. "The TNI AU has proposed budget and its support for the purchase of as many as 16 units to one squadron," he said.

Related efforts to empower strategic industry for national defense, according to the TNI chief, the institute also plans to involve or PT Dirgantara Indonesia cooperation in various matters relating to training, guarantee the availability of spare parts, the percentage of local content and technology transfer.

About the purchase of fast patrol boats, the TNI chief said that according to II-year strategic plan 2010-2014, the Navy has budgeted the purchase of Quick Ship Missile trimaran with a length of 60 meters and Fast Ship Missiles along 40 meters. "Both are products of private industry nationwide," said Commander of the TNI.

In a meeting led by Chairman of Commission I Aziz Stamboel (FPKS), was also attended by Defense Minister Purnomo Yusgiantoro, the TNI chief of staff and Deputy Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin.

North Sea Boats X3K Trimaran
Dimensions :

Length (over all) : 55 meter
Beam : 16 meter
Draught : 2 meter
Main engine : 4 x C32 Caterpillar
Max speed : 40 Knots
Range : 2000 nm
Displacement : 130 tons

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U.K Made HMS Daring Type 45 Class Destroyers Ship High Technologie Anti Submarine

The first six of potentially eight Type 45 Destroyers have been ordered by the MoD. The first is due to enter service in 2010 and will be named HMS Daring, the second and third are to be HMS Dauntless and Diamond respectively and these should be in service by 2011. The successor three ships, that will be joining the Fleet at intervals of about six months after HMS Diamond, are to be named HMS Duncan, Dragon and Defender.

The MoD originally planned to buy 12 Type 45 destroyers, but that was reduced to eight in 2004 and last year to just six. Nevertheless, the NAO said the procurement programme, initially meant to total £5bn, would eventually cost an estimated £6.5bn.

The first of the destroyers, HMS Daring - which was launched in 2006 - is without its full communications system and will not get its new principal anti-air missile system (PAAMS) - which can shoot down multiple enemy aircraft or missiles simultaneously - until 2011. It will have to wait until 2014 to be fitted with the co-operative engagement capability (CEC), which links together weapons systems and sensors on a number of ships, improving their ability to work together in combat.

The NAO said these delays would leave the Navy "struggling" to make do with its ageing Type 42 destroyers, which were designed and built for the Cold War and which the Type 45 is set to replace. Project control and decision-making were poor [and] governance structures were ineffective," it continued. The situation was so bad in the early stages that relations between the MoD and the shipbuilders had completely broken down, it added. However, it acknowledged that the situation improved after the contract was renegotiated in 2007 and that no delays or cost increases had been reported since then.


The Type 45 will succeed the Royal Navy's long-serving Type 42 destroyers, which were designed in the 1960s and came into service between the mid 1970s and mid 1980s. The Type 42's main armament is the powerful Seadart area defence missile system, which has served the Royal Navy well on operations from the Falklands conflict to the Gulf War, but which now needs replacement. But a new type of system is now needed, and PAAMS is a fresh design with the prime role of defending ships against salvo attacks by potent anti-ship missiles that are expected to come into service in the coming decades. The Sampson radar, the associated command and control system, long-range radar, vertical launch system and the very fast and agile Aster missiles combine to create a system several orders of magnitude more powerful and effective than Seadart.

The Type 45 will also have a comprehensive suite of other weapons and equipment that will ensure that it can be deployed on a wide range of military tasks. Equipment selected already for the class will includes a main gun for shore bombardment - currently the 4.5" Mark 8 Mod 1 weapon - and either the Merlin HM Mark1 anti-submarine helicopter or the Lynx HMA Mark 8 helicopter. These aircraft will carry Stingray anti-submarine torpedoes. The ship will also be equipped with the Surface Ship Torpedo Defence System, which is being procured by the Defence Procurement Agency Torpedo Countermeasures project team.

This equipment will protect the Type 45 against the threat of the most advanced current and future torpedoes. The ship will also be able to embark a force of up to 60 of Royal Marine Commandos or other troops and use its aircraft and boats to support them on operations. The Type 45 is large and spacious enough to accommodate lengthened vertical launchers that could carry cruise missiles, should the requirement for a land attack capability arise.

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HMS Dauntless Type 45 Class Destroyers BAE Systems Technologie

HMS Dauntless is the second of six Type 45 destroyers being built for the Royal Navy. All will be based in Portsmouth.The Type 45 destroyer represents the cutting-edge of air defence and propulsion technology and reflects the excellence of British manufacturing expertise delivering real operational capability. The HMS Dauntless ship is able to deal not only with today's threats but most importantly tomorrow's and will be a key element of the 21st century Royal Navy.

The HMS Dauntless Type 45 destroyer is the largest and most powerful air defence destroyer ever built for the Royal Navy. It will provide UK Defence with a world-class military capability. The HMS Dauntless sailed from the Clyde for the first time on 14 November 2008 to conduct sea trials, testing power and propulsion, weapons and communications systems. Although not yet transferred to the Royal Navy, some of her future crew sailed with her.

The HMS Dauntless arrived at HMNB Portsmouth for the first time on 2 December 2009, and was formally handed over to the Ministry of Defence by her builders on 3 December 2009 During her sea trials Dauntless made her inaugural visit to her affiliated city of Newcastle upon Tyne in May 2010.

The prime role of the HMS Dauntless Type 45 destroyer will be air defence: protecting UK national and allied/coalition forces against enemy aircraft and missiles. It will carry the UK variant of the world-leading Principal Anti-Air Missile System (PAAMS) including the UK-designed Sampson multi-function radar.
In addition to its world-class air defence capability, one of the Type 45s greatest assets is its versatility. The Type 45 will be able to act as a base platform for a deployable headquarters, from where operations can be commanded. This will result in an improvement in our expeditionary capability.

The Type 45 will also be able to embark up to 60 troops (over and above its own complement) and their equipment, and support them with a modern medical facility that can deliver surgical capability.
The Type 45 has frequently been cited by the British press as being the first class of warship to include e-mail and entertainment systems (including iPod charging points)[9] within the messdecks. These reports relate to 240-volt domestic supplies and access to external e-mail, both of which have been common features in most RN vessels for several years.

The Sea Viper missile system consists of the SAMPSON multi-function air tracking radar with a range of 400 kilometres (250 miles) and the S1850M 3D air surveillance radar also with a range of 400 kilometres (250 miles). Capable of tracking up to 1,000 targets, including outer atmosphere objects such as Ballistic missiles. The launcher is a 48 cell SYLVER A50 vertical launcher with capacity for a mix of 48 Aster 15 and Aster 30 missiles. Aster 15 is a short to medium range (2 – 30 km) anti-air missile while Aster 30 is a long range (3 – 120 km) anti-air missile which is also effective against Ballistic missiles.

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HMS Westminster Type 32 Class Frigate Royal Navy Seals PowerMade and Technology By Royal Navy

HMS Westminster's Type 23 frigates form 50% of the total frigate/destroyer force in the Royal Navy. Originally designed for the principal task of anti-submarine warfare, they have evolved into powerful and versatile multi purpose ships with the capability to operate anywhere in the world. The effectiveness of these ships is enhanced by their stealth design, which reduces their radar signature significantly. In addition to the war fighting roles described above, the ship is trained to conduct a wide range of other tasks.

HMS Westminster commanding officer, Commander Tim Green, said: "The purpose of the visit is primarily to support the spectacular Sunderland International Airshow. Highlight of the visit will be a demonstration of her fighting capabilities as part of this weekend's Sunderland International Airshow, where spectators will see the modern Royal Navy in action, demonstrating its capability as a highly versatile maritime force.

Using fast and manoeuvrable rigid inflatable boats, with the ship's Merlin HM Mk 1 helicopter providing airborne support, Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel will mount a spectacular amphibious beach assault. We work closely with industry to equip our Armed Forces and this refit will boost several of HMS Westminster's systems, making her the most advanced frigate in the fleet. The Seawolf update that is being rolled out across the Type 23s is designed to combat the increasing threat of faster, lower flying and more manoeuvrable missiles today and also to guard against future advances. The system can now track an object the size of a cricket ball at twice the speed of sound from over 20 miles [32km] away and launch two counter missiles.

The HMS Westminster class Frigate was designed for anti-submarine operations and this refit will also see her state-of-the-art Sonar 2087 system updated to maintain this capability as well as an update that will increase the range and performance of her 4.5-inch (114mm) gun. The new 'brain' of the ship's weapons systems, called DNA(2), is also being installed as part of a class-wide programme upgrade across the Type 23 frigate force to help ensure that operational capability can be sustained and optimised for the future.

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HMS Duncan Type 45 Class Destroyers Technology BAE System U.K Royal Navy

The HMS Duncan 7,500 tonne warship, HMS Duncan, slipped into the water from BAE's shipyard at Govan. The vessel will provide air defence cover, be able to carry up to 60 Royal Marine Commandos and operate a variety of helicopters from its flight deck. It will enter service in 2014. The completed Type 45s are Daring, Diamond, Dauntless, Dragon and Defender. The ship is equipped with the Sea Viper missile system, designed to tackle multiple airborne or sea-based targets.

Minister for Defence Equipment, Peter Luff, said: The launch of HMS Duncan is the culmination of a huge effort by workers here on the Clyde, across the country throughout the supply chain, and in the MoD, completing this class of potent warfighters of which everyone involved can be very proud. HMS Duncan is the sixth and last of the Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyers, which are meant to protect the fleet by shooting down enemy aircraft and missiles.

It is only 60% complete and has still to be fitted out before undergoing extensive sea trials. It is not expected to be in operational service until 2014. The HMS Duncan Type 45 is world class. These ships are as versatile as they are powerful.

"Naturally, her war-fighting capability includes the ability to engage hostile forces using the Sea Viper missile system, her gun or other onboard weapon systems, while her ship's company provide anything from boarding parties that deter and disrupt pirates, to landing ashore for the provision of humanitarian disaster relief. HMS Duncan can also deploy up to 60 Royal Marines Commandos and their equipment and operate a range of helicopters from her flight deck. The 7500-tonne HMS Duncan was built by BAE Systems using 2800 tonnes of steel and is covered with 40 tonnes of paint.

The warship is affiliated to Dundee and Belfast and completes the class of six Type 45 destroyer along with Daring, Dauntless, Diamond, Dragon and Defender. BAE Systems is over halfway through the programme to deliver all six ships to the Royal Navy by the end of 2013. HMS Duncan can also deploy up to 60 Royal Marine Commandos and their equipment and operate a range of helicopters from her flight deck. These are fantastic ships and I look forward to HMS Duncan joining the Fleet."

The Type 45 destroyer is the largest and most powerful air defence destroyer ever built for the Royal Navy and will provide UK defence with a world-class military capability. The Type 45s will provide the backbone of the UK's naval air defences for the next 30 years and beyond.

Launch of HMS Duncan 11th October 2011 The 'last' dynamic launch of a Royal Naval vessel from a Glasgow shipyard. How very sad and poignant. My wife and I drove through Yoker in September and thought her silhouette against the sky evoked great memories. I'm an Airdrie boy who has lived in Gloucestershire for the past 30 years. One of my neighbours is a Bankie, Isobel Lindsay, wee Shug and Betty's lassie. Great pics. Well done.

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U.K Toyal Navy Lunch HMS Dragon Type 45 Class Destroyrs High Technology BAE System

The launch of Dragon Type 45 Ship Class Destroyers is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the progress that is being made on this programme here on the Clyde and I am delighted that so many people have turned out to share this occasion with us. Only four days ago, the second ship in the class, Dauntless, departed the Clyde on her maiden voyage, her first set of sea trials off the west coast of Scotland, and today we have seen their magnificent sister ship take to the water for the first time.

Each of these milestones on the Dragon Type 45 contract is testament to the innovation, design and engineering skills of our employees and partners and proof of our commitment to building the next generation of warships for the Royal Navy.” Dragon was being escorted down the river from Scotstoun by Clyde Marine’s tugs Bruiser and Battler just before 9.00am. Dropping speed to 9 knots she then turned to starboard on 240 WSW, seeming to be set on a gentle curve towards the north end of the Isle of Arran. Dragon spent the night at anchor and in now back on manoeuvres in the Firth of Clyde between the southwest of the Isle of Bute and the  northeast of the Isle of Arran.

At the moment, from a northwesterly heading, she’s turned to the west and is on a steady 26wW heading to the west coast of Arran at speeds coming down from 8.7 knots, to 6.3 knots and currently at 5.4 knots. Dragon is now on a counter course and at higher speeds – sailing 2 N at 10.8 knots and currently north of Holy Island at the entrance to Lamlash Bay on Arran degrees north. Her speed has jut come down to 4.2 kts and she has turned to 40° NE, on a heading for the Ayrshire coast at Ardrossan. She’s staying in that sea area, mid-channel and just north of a line from Carnlough in N Ireland to the Corsewall Light o the Galloway coast = and doing her familiar series of sharp turns. At the moment she’s at 2.8 kts  on 159° SSE, on the fifth of a series of turns completing a rough box shape.

Like her sister vessels she was constructed by shipyards on the Clyde and by VT at Portsmouth. HMS DARING, the first of class was launched at Scotstoun on the North Bank of the Clyde whilst the reminaining ships were and will be launched at Govan.

All of the ships are now being built/fitted out by the new joint venture between BAE Systems and VT called BVT Surface Fleet. These are exciting times for shipbuilding here in the UK and today’s launch marks another milestone in the T45 programme. Work for the Type 45 Destroyers and the Future Aircraft Carriers is sustaining thousands of jobs, not just here in Scotland but across the country. I look forward to watching Dragon’s progress as she undergoes her sea trials next year.

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South Korea Made KDX-III Aegis Class Destroyer Best Technology Sysytem

The KDX-III Warship Korea Produce is clearly intended to be a multi-purpose destroyer will full air defense, land attack, anti-shipping, and anti-submarine capabilities. It is also being designed with tactical ballistic missile defense capabilities, and important consideration if North Korea is your neighbor. All of its contemporaries are classed as DDG (guided missile destroyers), but the ROK Navy has designated its KDX ships as DDH. The ROKN has ordered 3 ships so far, with an option for another 3.

The KDX-III King Sejong Class will be significantly larger than the 5,000t KDX-IIs, with a standard displacement of over 7,600t and a full load displacement of around 10,000t – almost light cruiser size. GE’s ubiquitous LM2500 gas turbines provide main power, thanks to 4 turbines mounted in each destroyer.
Weapons will include RIM-116B Rolling Airframe Missile Block 1 and vertically-launched SM-2 Block IIIB surface-to-air missiles for anti-aircraft duries, plus a 30mm “Goalkeeper” CIWS system for close-in defense. Submarines will be confronted with 16 anti-submarine “Haesung” (sea star) rockets, and a pair of 324mm torpedo mounts in KMK 32 configuration. Other naval and land targets can be confronted with any combination of cruise missiles, anti-ship missiles, etc. that the ROKN decides to place in the remaining MK 41 and K-VLS vertical launch cells.

In June 2006 the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, the Korean military acquisition agency, selected Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co. to build the country's second Aegis-equipped destroyer. Daewoo was expected to deliver the destroyer to the Navy by the end of 2010. In July 2007 Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME) began the steel cutting of the South Korean Navy's second KDX-III Aegis-equipped destroyer. The Seoul-based company said that following the start of the steel cutting the first keel would be laid in December, with launching scheduled for November 2008. On 16 November 2008 South Korea launched its second AEGIS KDX-III destroyer. The ship was built at the Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering yard on Geoje Island in South Gyeongsang. The ship was named after Yulgok Yi I, a prominent Confucian scholar of the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910).

KDX-III was to be a larger (7000 tons or greater), more "Aegis-like" ship (Aegis Combat System with the ship incorporating certain Low Observables (LO/CLO) technology). The KDX-III' standard displacement is 7,000t, while its full load displacement would be above 9,000t.

Three or four KDX-III hulls were expected. After the first ship was completed in 2008, the ministry expected to deploy two other KDX- III destroyers in 2010 and 2012, respectively. By one estimate each vessel will cost about 1.2 trillion won ($923 million). The entire project, including the ships themselves, is expected to cost 2.8 trillion won by other estimates. The ROK KDX-III destroyer is intended to be a multi-purpose destroyer featuring anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, anti-submarine warfare and tactical ballistic missile defense capabilities.

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