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CONTENTS
02. U.S. COAST GUARD: AIR ASSETS
PLAY kEY ROLE IN
MARITIME OPERATIONS
EDITORIAL
Next EURONAVAL
only months away
04. FOCUS: SUBMARINE
FORCES AROUND THE WORLD
06. FRENCH SHIPYARD PROJECTS
GICAN
OCEA/OSV 190 - kERSHIP/B2M
2015_B2M -©PHOTO DCNS / KERSHIP
08. ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE
HELICOPTERS
09. WORLDWIDE
10. AUSTRALIA: NEW WAVE
13. EURONAVAL 2016
14. USS ZUMWALT
Recent naval industry news shows that the naval
defence market is growing and that every country in
the world with an ocean shoreline has a legitimate desire
to acquire the best equipment for their naval and police forces and administrations
who operate at sea or from the sea. Of course, frigates, corvettes and patrol
vessels tend to capture the naval industry headlines. But there is also significant
growth in other sectors, such as amphibious operations, mine warfare, special
operations from the sea, and naval aviation. Not to forget submarine forces,
which are at the core of blue-water navy acquisition programmes. Their
growing numbers and increasing sophistication are reflected in a special
feature in this second issue of Naval Defence Link.
How can we make the sea into a zone of peace and security, preventing violent
clashes between continents and societies? How can we intervene from the sea
to defend vital interests and guarantee the security of civilian populations? How
can we prepare the future while protecting maritime species and their immense,
renewable resources? These are the questions that shipyards, naval commanders
from around the world and political decision-makers from every continent will
be pondering together at EURONAVAL from 17th to 21st October 2016 at ParisLe Bourget.
An event you cannot afford to miss!
THE FUTURE IS NOW
Hugues D'ARGENTRÉ
EURONAVAL Managing Director
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U.S. COAST GUARD
AIR ASSETS PLAY KEY ROLE
IN MARITIME OPERATIONS
THE U.S. COAST GUARD IS CELEBRATING ITS AVIATION
CENTENNIAL THIS YEAR — AN APPROPRIATE TIME TO TAKE A
CLOSER LOOK AT THE SERVICE’S EXTENSIVE FLEET OF FIXED
AND ROTARY WING AIRCRAFT.
T
he story of U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
aviation started in April 1916, when
the first Coast Guard aviator attended Naval flight training, and the
aviation branch has continued to
grow ever since. Today it plays a key part in
carrying out the roles and missions of the
USCG, which reports directly to the Secretary
of Homeland Security. The use of aircraft
enables the USCG to extend its radius of
action while reducing response time, particularly for air-sea rescue missions. Aircraft play
a key role in maritime surveillance and reconnaissance missions, as well as in the USCG’s
counter-narcotics operations in the Caribbean.
The effectiveness of USCG aviation relies on the
use of a wide variety of complementary platforms,
including a number of European aircraft.
The largest aircraft in service with the USCG
are the Lockheed Martin HC-130J Super
Hercules and HC-130H Hercules. The fourengine military transport entered Coast Guard
service in the late 1950s due to its autonomy
and its ability to patrol vast ocean expanses.
The C-130 is also an excellent platform for airdropping rescue kits to the sea surface.
The HC-130J, the newest version of the Hercules,
has been operational with the USCG since 2008.
It is equipped with a nose-mounted EO/IR pod,
a belly-mounted surface search radar and a
mission system suite with a two-operator
workstation on the flight deck. Like earliergeneration versions of the aircraft, the HC-130J
is used for long-range air-sea rescue missions.
The Super Hercules also perform International
Ice Patrol missions over the Arctic.
For maritime surveillance missions, the Coast
Guard relies on the HC-144A (CN235) “Ocean
Sentry”. The Airbus Group aircraft takes over
from the HU-25 Guardian, a military derivative
of the Falcon 20 business jet, which was definitively withdrawn from service in 2014. The
HC-144A was ordered as part of the Deepwater
programme to modernize the entire Coast
Guard fleet. The HC-144A can take part in traditional air-sea rescue missions, but it is
also equipped with a command and control
(C2) system and a suite of avionics
and sensors, allowing it to serve as
a commander platform, e.g. for
counter-narcotics operations.
To complement its HC-144As, the
USCG ordered 14 FinmeccanicaLeonardo C-27J Spartans in 2014. The C-27J,
which the USCG describes as a “medium endurance” platform, is used for counter-narcotics,
Air-sea rescue is one of
the primary missions of
the U.S. Coast Guard. Here
we see an H-60T in action.
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immigration-control, transportation and rescue missions. The
aircraft are delivered with weather radar and communication
systems. The USCG is responsible for integrating a search radar,
electro-optical sensor and mission system. The first aircraft is
scheduled to be declared operational in 2017.
The HC-130J is used for long-range missions .
LOCKHEED MARTIN
For VIP transport missions, the USCG operates a small fleet of C-37A Gulfstream V
business jets.
The Coast Guard helicopter fleet comprises two rotorcraft
types: the MH-60J/T Jayhawk (Sikorsky) and the MH-65 Dolphin
(Airbus Helicopter. The USCG’s approximately 100 Dolphins are
undergoing a progressive upgrade programme from the current
MH-65D standard to the MH-65E by 2017. This involves installation of an all-glass cockpit and advanced navigation capabilities
to meet emerging FAA requirements. The MH-60J/T is close to
the U.S. Navy’s MH-60S standard. The fleet has been progressively
upgraded to the T standard since 2008. The MH-60T upgrade
consist of a Rockwell Collins Common Avionics Architecture
System (CAAS). CAAS is an integrated "glass" cockpit which provides updated avionics and integrated Electro-optical Sensor
System with recording capability via a removable memory
module. Helicopters can operate from bases on shore or from
Coast Guard Cutters. Some of these ships are equipped with
flight decks abd are comparable in size and capacities with
many of the frigates deployed by naval forces.
The next chapter in the history of the Coast Guard could be
written around unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). A Congressman
recently called for the acquisition of unmanned aircraft for the
USCG. This would not be a new development for the Department
of Homeland Security, since the U.S. Customs and Border
Protection agency already operates medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) MQ-9 Guardians, a variant of the Predator B.
Specialized Coast Guard aviation personnel are jointly operating
the Guardians. For several years now, Coast Guard personnel
have been studying tactics, techniques, procedures and regulations
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in support of future UAS fielding within the Service.
The HC-144A is equipped with a
command and control system to
coordinate air-sea operations.
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UNITED STATES: 14 “Ohio”
SSBNs. 4 “Ohio” SSGNs.
3 Seawolf SSNs.
12 “Virginia”* SSNs.
39 “Los Angeles” SSNs.
CANADA:
4 “Victoria” SSKs.
NORTH AMERICA
FRANCE: 4 “Le Triomphant” SSBNs.
6 “Rubis/Améthyste” SSNs. 6 Barracuda* SSNs.
GERMANY: 5 Type 212 SSKs.
GREECE : 8 Type 209/1100/1200 SSKs.
4 Type 214 SSKs.
UNITED KINGDOM: 4 “Vanguard” SSBNs.
4 “Trafalgar” SSNs. 4 “Astute”* SSNs.
ITALY: 2 Type 212-A SSKs. 4 Sauro SSKs.
NETHERLANDS: 4 “Walrus” SSKs.
NORWAY: 6 “Ula” SSKs.
POLAND: 1 Kilo SSK. 4 Kobben SSKs.
PORTUGAL : 2 Type 209PN SSKs.
ROMANIA: 1 Kilo SSK.
SWEDEN: 3 Gotland SSKs.
2 Sodermanland SSKs.
SPAIN: 3 Galerna SSKs. 4 S-80* SSKs.
TURKEY: 13 Type 209/1200/1400 SSKs.
SOUTH AMERICA
SOUTH AFRICA: 3 Type 209/1400 SSKs.
ALGERIA: 6 Kilo SSKs.
ARGENTINA: 2 TR1700SSKs.
1 Type 209/1200 SSK.
CHILE: 2 Scorpene SSKs.
2 Type 209/1300 SSKs.
BRAZIL: 5 Type 209/1400 SSKs.
4 Scorpene* SSKs. 1 S-MB-10* SSK.
COLOMBIA: 2 209/1200 SSKs.
ECUADOR: 2 Type 209/1300 SSKs.
PERU: 6 Type 209/1100/1200 SSKs.
VENEZUELA: 2 Type 209/1200 SSKs.
COUNTRIES POSSESSING SUBMARINES
MOURAD CHERFI
COUNTRIES POSSESSING NUCLEARPOWERED BALLISTIC MISSILE SUBMARINES
SSK: Conventional submarine
SSBN: Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine
SSN: Nuclear-powered attack submarine
*: Programme in progress
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IRAN: 3 Kilo SSKs. 1 Besat SSK. 2 Fateh SSKs.
1 nahang SSK. Ghadir SSK. Yugo* SSK.
ISRAEL: 3 Dolphin SSKs. 3 Dolphin ii SSKs.
PAKISTAN: 3 agosta 90B SSKs. 2 agosta SSKs.
RUSSIA: 3 Delta iii SSBns. 6 Delta iV SSBns.
1 typhon SSBn. 3 Borey * SSBns. 7 Oscar ii
SSns. 1 Sierra i SSn. 2 Sierra ii SSns. 4 Victor iii
SSns. 10 akula SSns. 1 Yasen* SSn. 20 Kilo SSKs.
ASIA
AFRICA
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BANGLADESH: 2 type 035G Ming SSKs.
CHINA: 1 type 094 SSBn. 1 type 093 SSn. 1 type 092 SSBn.
3 type 091 SSns. 12 Kilo SSKs. 13 type 039 SSKs. 4 type 041
SSKs. 20 type 035 SSKs.
JAPAN (april 2015) Commissioning of izumo helicopter
carrier.
NORTH KOREA: 22 romeo, Song-O, Yugo SSKs.
SOUTH KOREA: 9 type 209/1200 SSKs. 3 type 214 SSKs.
INDIA: 1 arihant SSBn. 1 akula SSn (leased) – 10 Kilo SSKs.
4 type 209/1500 SSKs. 6 Scorpene* SSKs.
INDONESIA: 2 type 209/1300 SSKs. 3 Chang Bogo* SSKs..
JAPAN: 7 Soryu SSKs. 10 Oyashio SSKs.
MALAYSIA: 2 Scorpene SSKs.
SINGAPORE: 4 Challenger SSKs. 2 archer SSKs.
TAIWAN: 2 hai lung SSKs. 2 hai Shih SSKs.
VIETNAM: 5 Kilo SSKs.
OCEANIA
AUSTRALIA: 6 Collins SSKs.
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OCEA
OCEA
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THE ALUMINIUM OPTION
OCEA, ONE OF THE WORLD'S
LEADING SPECIALISTS IN
ALUMINIUM SHIPBUILDING,
DEMONSTRATES ITS KNOWHOW WITH THE DELIVERY
OF TWO COMPLEX
HYDROGRAPHIC RESEARCH
VESSELS TO INDONESIA.
RIGEL / SPICA
60
m long
TOP SPEED
14 KNOTS
Crew:
50
T
he “Rigel” and the “Spica” are 60m derivatives of the OSV190 offshore survey vessel
concept specially adapted for oceanographic
and hydrographic research missions.
The French shipyard designed the two ships based
on the specific features of Indonesia’s geography
and environment. Autonomy and working speed
have been adapted to the immensise size of the
Indonesian archipelago. The “Spica” and the “Rigel”
can undertake 20-day missions and reach a top
speed of 20 knots. The two new oceanographic
ships can operate in shallow and deep water,
thanks to a light craft, also of aluminium construction, carried onboard.
Considerable effort was devoted to adapting the
ships to carry a wide range of scientific equipment.
The hull shape was specially designed to reduce
noise and avoid disrupting the sensors. Some of
the equipment, such as the multibeam echo sounders, are installed in a gondola to reduce hydrodynamic turbulence.
For this programme, Ocea proposed to integrate
high-performance oceanographic and hydrographic
equipment supplied by the Norwegian firm
Kongsberg.
The French shipyard, which is located in the
Vendée département in southwest France, relied
on its partnership with the French Naval
Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service (SHOM)
to design the ships and train the Indonesian crew.
The two Indonesian Navy ships are not designed
exclusively for research missions. They are
equipped with a 20mm cannon and 12.7mm
machine guns to allow them to carry out
maritime security missions in Indonesian waters.
The “Rigel” arrived in Indonesia in May 2015 and
has already performed several missions. Thanks
to its new sensors, it was able to reveal the presence of a previously undetected shipwreck
close to one of the Indonesian Navy’s main
bases. The “Rigel” has also been deployed on
patrol in the Strait of Malacca.
With these hydrographic vessels, Ocea has demonstrated its expertise in the design and construction
of complex, very high added-value ships, as well
as its competitiveness on the export market. The
French shipyard’s bid was selected in preference
to eight other proposals from international shipyards. Ocea has also shown that aluminium des■
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KERSHIP — THE JOINT
VENTURE BETWEEN THE
PIRIOU SHIPYARD IN
CONCARNEAU AND DCNS —
IS IN CHARGE OF THE B2M
MULTIMISSION SHIP
PROGRAMME.
he French defence procurement agency
DGA has so far ordered three B2M multimission ships for the French Navy. The
first of these ships, the “d’Entrecasteaux”,
was received by the DGA on 25th March 2016.
The B2M is designed to meet the need for a
multi-mission oceanic patrol ship to operate
from and around French overseas territories.
They will perform sovereignty missions: local
presence, surveillance and protection of national
interests, force projection, logistics support, and
T
rescue and assistance for local populations.
The new ships offer a wide range of capacities,
from towing to deployment of frogmen. The
B2M ships are also equipped with a medical
suite and infirmary. Accommodation is provided
for around 20 shipwreck survivors or refugees.
The ships are also designed to carry containers.
In order to operate in the vast expanses of
French overseas territory exclusion zones, ships
can remain at sea for 30 days without resupply.
Robust and easy to maintain, B2Ms are designed
to ensure high availability — almost 200 days at
sea per year.
The “d’Entrecasteaux” has spent the early part of
2016 in sea trials and crew training off Brest. It
will sail to its home port of Nouméa, New
Caledonia, in the southwest Pacific Ocean in
summer 2016. The two other B2M vessels are
scheduled for delivery at the end of 2016 and in
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KERSHIP
65
m long
TOP SPEED
13 KNOTS
Crew:
23
The B2Ms offer extended
autonomy.
KERSHIP / B2M
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ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE
HELICOPTERS
A NEW GENERATION OF ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE HELICOPTERS IS NOW OPERATIONAL.
THANKS TO THEIR SIGNIFICANTLY ENHANCED CAPACITIES, THESE MACHINES ARE OPENING
A NEW CHAPTER IN SUBSURFACE WARFARE.
Opérational – The French
Navy has received 15
NH90s. Operational
deployments have already
started.
The MH-60R is equipped with Common
Cockpit avionics developed by Lockheed
Martin, including four large, flat-panel,
multi-function, night-vision-compatible,
colour displays.
The helicopter’s biggest strength is its
robust airframe which has been proven in
decades of service at sea, along with its
safety record. Landing gear have been
designed to absorb the high loadings associated with deck landings. Other features
include a redundant flight control system
and a crash-resistant design adopted for
most systems.
MH-60R:
US NAVY
THE’SUCCESSOR
The MH-60R is the latest version of
the Sikorsky Seahawk. More than 300
MH-60s are already in service with the
U.S. Navy alone. The helicopter has
also been selected by Denmark and
Australia. The MH-60 “Romeo” has
already accumulated several tens of
thousands of flying hours with the U.S.
Navy and has amply demonstrated its
capacities in operations.
CROWN
The naval version (NFH) of the NH90 Caiman is now reached
maturity. Production is on track and naval forces, including the
French Navy, are using the machine in operations.
The French Navy has received a fleet of 15 machines, part of
which has been deployed in operations since 2015. In that year,
an NH90 was deployed for the first time on an operational
mission on board the frigate “Chevalier Paul” as part of the
“Charles de Gaulle” carrier battle group deployed to the Indian
Ocean and the Persian Gulf. During this deployment, the NH90
showed that it was fully operational across the full spectrum
of its missions, including anti-submarine warfare. The Thales
Flash dipping sonar today offers unrivalled detection ranges,
and the mission system features data fusion and real-time
transmission via datalink.
While older-generation machines were generally used to find a
submarine already detected by a surface ship, the Caiman can
provide autonomous monitoring over a wide area. In this respect,
the French Navy’s new helicopter comes close to performing the
fixed wing maritime patrol aircraft mission.
The NH90 is also operational in Norway. Sea trials started
recently. At the end of 2015, Sweden also received its first NH90
in anti-submarine warfare configuration. Stockholm has ordered
a total of 18 NH90s.
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NH90: THE CAIMAN GOES TO SEA
For anti-submarine warfare missions, the
MH-60R is equipped with the AAS-44
forward-looking infraread (Flir) system,
APS-147 multi-mode radar, ALQ-210 electronic support measures and AQS-22 dipping sonar proposed by Raytheon based
on the Thales Flash. The MH-60R can also
carry a broad array of weapons, including
Hellfire missiles.
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Over 300 MH-60s
are in service in the
U.S. Navy alone.
The Wildcat closely resembles the Lynx, but in reality it is a new machine
featuring the latest technologies. Though the Lynx was already equipped with
powerful engines, the Wildcat has been fitted with new engines offering
increased performance, particularly in hot and high conditions. Other features
include a new tail boom and tail rotor, offering a more robust design and
reduced radar cross section. The cockpit has been designed to reduce crew
workload. The anti-submarine warfare suite includes an electro-optica:/infrared
sensor, 360° active electroncally scanned array (AESA) radar, dipping sonar, electronic warfare system, sonobuoys and torpedoes.
The Royal Navy was the first customer for the Wildcat, which has since been
selected by South Korea and the Philippines. The Royal Navy has ordered 28
CROWN
AW159 WILDCAT:
SHARPER CLAWS FOR THE LYNX
Wildcats. The Navy Wildcat Helicopter
Squadron (825 Naval Air Squadron)
was commissioned in October 2014.
The Wildcat is currently deployed
with two Naval Air Squadrons. The
Wildcat has already been deployed
at sea on Royal Navy frigates, while
shore-based testing continues to progressively qualify the helicopter’s full
capacities. The first
The Wildcat
test-firing of a
has been fitted Stingray light torwith new
pedo took place in
engines.
summer 2015.
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Multi-mission. The Sigma 10514
measures 105m in length and features
a modular design.
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Indonesia
FIRST SIGMA
FRIGATE LAUNCHED
At the start of January 2016,
Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding
(DSNS) announced the launch of
the first of two Sigma 10514
Perusak Kawal Rudal (PKR) guided-missile frigates designated
for the Indonesian Navy. Djakarta
ordered the two frigates in 2010.
Local shipyard PT PAL is building
the ships in collaboration with
DSNS thanks, to substantial technology transfer. The first keel was
laid in April 2014.
The Sigma 10514 PKR measures
105m in length and features a
modular design. Each ship comprises six modules, four of which
were built in PT PAL’s shipyards
while the other two were built
and fully tested at DSNS in the
Netherlands. More than 300 PT
PAL employees followed the training programme established by
the Dutch shipyard.
With the Sigma 10514 PKR,
Indonesia is acquiring a multimission frigate with air defence,
anti-surface warfare and antisubmarine warfare capabilities.
The ships displace 2,365t and
feature accommodation for up
to 122 persons. The helicopter
deck is suitable to host a mediumsized helicopter with a weight of
max 10t. Sensors include a 3-D
surveillance radar, as well as a
target indication radar which
also has an electro-optical fire
control system.
The propulsion system is diesel-electric. The vessel is equipped with a sophisticated platform
management system that enables
operating, control and monitoring of the ship’s auxiliary systems.
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Peru
NAMING CEREMONY FOR “RÍO
PATIVILCA” AND “RÍO CAÑETE”
PATROL VESSELS
In March 2016, the Peruvian flag was hoisted on the “Rio
Pativilca” and “Rio Cañete” patrol vessels which have been built
locally by the SIMA shipyard for the Peruvian Navy. The project
involved technology transfer from South Korea’s STX shipyard,
in accordance with the agreement signed in 2013 covering the
construction of 10 patrol vessels in this class.
Derived from the “Taegeuk” class, the Peruvian patrol vessels are
55m long and displace 500t. The crew comprises 25 persons,
including five officers. The vessels are due to be equipped with a
Rafael Typhoon 30mm remote weapon station and a Mk44
Bushmaster cannon. Secondary weapons will include 12.7mm
machine guns. The vessels will be able to launch rigid inflatable
boats. They will be equipped with modern sensors, including an
optronics system.
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Germany
The Germany Navy’s future Type 125 frigate “BadenWürttemberg” left port in early April for initial sea
trials to validate the operation of the ship’s combined
diesel-electric gas turbine propulsion system.
The Type 125 frigates were designed by the ARGE
F125 consortium comprising ThyssenKrupp Marine
Systems (TKMS) and Lürsen. The ships are designed
to be deployed anywhere in the world and to participate in international operations. They have a
displacement of 5,500t, stealthy hull and superstructure, and are built to operate at sea for an
average 5,000 hours per year.
Launched in March 2014, the Baden-Württemberg” is
scheduled for delivery in 2017. The second F125-class
frigate, the “Nordrhein-Westfalen” was launched in
2015 and is scheduled for delivery in 2018. The
German Navy is due to receive two further frigates in
this class: the “Sachsen-Anhalt” (2019) and the
“Rheinland-Pfalz” (2020).
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TKMS
FRIGATE “BADEN-WÜRTTEMBERG”
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THE NEW WAVE
THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY IS CURRENTLY IN
THE MIDST OF A MAJOR FLEET RENEWAL PROGRAMME. WITH THE NEW SHIPS, THE SERVICE WILL
ACQUIRE NEW CAPACITIES.
A
t the end of March 2016, following a onemonth deployment to Fiji, HMAS
“Canberra” returned to Australia. The
brand-new ship had completed its first
operational deployment, confirming its
considerable military capacities. The amphibious
assault ship had set sail in early March, carrying three
MRH-90 (NH90) helicopters and 760 troops, to
assist in relief efforts in the wake of Cyclone Winston
which tore through the South Pacific archipelago on
20th February.
The “Canberra” is a symbol of the fleet renewal
programme currently being undertaken by the Royal
Australian Navy (RAN). It is one of two LHD
amphibious assault ships, along with HMAS “Adelaide”,
ordered from the Spanish shipyard Navantia in 2007.
The hull was built in Spain then transferred to
Australia, where BAE Systems Australia was responsible
for building the islands and integrating equipment.
With the “Canberra” and the “Adelaide”, Australia
now possesses force projection and intervention
capacities. In their capacities and overall design philosophy, the two ships are close to France’s Mistralclass BPC helicopter carriers.The “Canberra” displaces
27,000t and can accommodate up to 1,000 persons.
It is equipped with hospital facilities and a well deck
for deployment of landing craft. It also serves as a
helicopter carrier, with a 202m-long, 4,750m2 flight
deck. It can carry the different helicopters in service
in the Australian Royal Navy and Army. The MRH90, Chinook, Black Hawk, Tiger, S-70B-2 and MH60R are progressively being qualified to operate
from the new ships. Several exercises have taken
place since summer 2015 involving Australian Army
MRH-90 helicopters for amphibious operations.
The acquisition of the “Canberra”-class ships is
part of a broader RAN modernisation programme
covering, in the first place, ships already in service.
The “Anzac”-class frigates, for example, have
undergone a major modernization programme. By
the end of 2017, these eight ships, which entered
service between 1996 and 2001, will all have been
equipped with a new communication system and a
new air defence system. The upgraded Anzacs are
scheduled to remain in service through 2032.
The “OH Perry”-class guided missile frigates,
which are being progressively withdrawn from
service, have also been modernized with the SM-2
air defence missile, in place of the SM-1. These ships
will be replaced by the “Hobart”-class air warfare
destroyers (AWDs), which will be built, once again,
in Spain. The three AWDs are derived from the
Spanish Navy’s “Alvaro de Bazan” air defence frigates,
built by Navantia. These 146.7m ships will displace
7,000t when fully loaded and will be heavily armed.
They will be equipped with the U.S. Aegis combat
system, AN/SPY1D(V) radar and SM-2 missiles. They
will also have 48 Mk-41 vertical missile launchers and
a 127mm cannon. They will also be fitted for the antisubmarine warfare mission, with hull sonar and towed
sonar systems. The AWD will also be able to carry one
helicopter. The ships are currently under construction
in Australia. Sea trials and testing of the Aegis combat
system have already started. In the medium term, these
destroyers will be complemented by modern frigates
under the Sea 5000 future frigate programme, for
which DCNS could propose the FREMM multimission frigate.
Aviation assets are also being moderized. A total of
24 MH-60R helicopters have been ordered from
Sikorsky/Lockheed Martin. They will replace the
existing fleet of S-70-B2s. The first MH-60 “Romeos”
entered service in June 2015. They will operate in the
anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare role.
The maritime patrol and maritime surveillance
missions are performed by the Royal Australian Air
Force (RAAF). The RAAF is currently equipped with
AP-3C Orion maritime patrol aricraft which are scheduled to be replaced by two U.S. platforms: the Boeing
P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft and the remotely
piloted Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton.A total of
15 Poseidons will be delivered between 2017 and 2021.
The aircraft’s autonomy enables it to operate up to
2,000km from its base. It will be complemented by the
Triton, whose endurance allows missions lasting more
than 24 hours.
By 2020, with its “Canberra” amphibious assault
ships, “Hobart” destroyers, P-8A Poseidon maritime
patrol aircraft and Triton remotely piloted aircraft, the
RAN will constitute a modern naval force capable of
launching operations throughout the Asia-Pacific region
and at any location where Australian inerests are under
threat.The role of the Australian naval force was confirmed in the White Paper published early in 2016. The
test states that a strong, multi-mission Navy is a vital
part of Australia’s defence strategy.
Mention must also be made of the submarine forces.
Australia has launched the SEA-1000 programme to
replace is conventional “Collins”-class submarines,
which entered service between 1996 and 2003.
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SEA-1000:
The start of a strategic partnership
On 26th April 2016, Australian prime minister Malcolm Turnbull announced that the French naval defence
group DCNS had been selected as the preferred international partner for the design of 12 submarines for the
Royal Australian Navy under the SEA-1000 programme.
This programme is designed to replace Australia’s
existing fleet of six “Collins”-class submarines,
which were based on a design originally developed for Swedish Navy. The Australian government believes that the submarine fleet is of
strategic importance and constitutes a critical
element in the country’s maritime security
planning. Specified features for the future submarines include a range comparable to
that of the “Collins”, higher-performance
sensors, stealthiness and enhanced
endurance. The new submarines will
be delivered before the “Collins” are
retired, to avoid a capacity gap, and
will remain in service beyond 2040.
The programme represents as esti-
mated investment of A$50 billion. The Australian
government describes SEA-1000 as the largest
and most complex defence procurement programme that the country has ever undertaken.
Three bids were examined: a German bid from
the TKMS shipyard, a bid from the Japanese
government in partnership with the Mitsubishi
dockyards and a French offer led by DCNS.
Beyond any technical considerations,
the French bid was selected on the
basis of the proposed strategic and
technological partnership. DCNS is
proposing substantial technology transfer, which will help to develop the
Australian naval industry. This is one
of the priorities underlined by the Australian
government. French authorities declared that
the Australian decision would lead to the
establishment of a “strategic partnership between the two countries, which will cooperate
for the next 50 years.
DCNS has proposed two options for building the
submarines: initial construction in France, followed
by completion in Australia, or 100% of construction
performed in Australia. In both cases, up to 2,900
jobs could be directly created in Australia. The
Australian government has confirmed that the
contract should lead to the creation of 1,100 jobs
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DCNS
FRANCE / DCNS:
Shortfin Barracuda Block 1A
French naval defence group DCNS is proposing a concept
specifically developed for the Royal Australian Navy. A
derivative of the Barracuda attack submarines developed for
the French Navy, the Shortfin Barracuda will be equipped
with a pump jet propulsion system offering reduced noise
compared with conventional systems. It will be fitted with
sensors supplied by Thales. France is offering complete
access to the stealth technologies utilised on board French
nuclear-powered general-purpose attack submarines (SSNs)
and ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs), e.g. retractable
hydroplanes. At Australia’s request, the United States will be
responsible for supplying integrated combat systems to the
Future Submarines, as well as the submarine’s weapons.
Australia plans to acquire a system designed by Raytheon or
Lockheed Martin. ■
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THE “ANZAC”-CLASS
FRIGATES HAVE
UNDERGONE
A MAJOR
MODERNIZATION
PROGRAMME
Frigate HMAS
“Anzac” at sea.
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EURONAVAL 2016
F I RST I ND I CAT I ONS O F
A PROM I SI NG 25 T H E D I T I ON
Euronaval, which has taken place at Paris/Le Bourget since its creation in 1968,
will celebrate its 25th edition from 17th to 21st October 2016. Presenting the
latest technologies in naval defence and maritime safety/security, this unique
international exhibition offers solutions for the entire spectrum of
sovereignty missions in the military naval domain and also, in recent years,
for State actions at sea in connection with maritime safety and security, such
as law enforcement at sea, navigation and fisheries monitoring, or maritime
and coastal surveillance.
showcase for industrial and technological excellence, this biennial event offers
a unique opportunity for dialogue on maritime security and geopolitics at the
conference on 18th October 2016: Together for safe and secure oceans". At
a time of unprecedented globalisation, security issues now extend far beyond national
borders and traditional frames of reference. The emergence of new state-backed players and
rogue states, and the availability of new low-cost military capacities are triggering changes in
the regional geopolitical order, resulting in increased rivalry and instability in coastal and
international waters. The conference “Together for safe and secure oceans” will look at the
“non-traditional” security threats that are currently making the news. Piracy, organized
crime, terrorism, migration, illegal fishing, the increase in natural risks and maritime
pollution — these are different facets of today’s maritime security challenge for which
industry and politicians must find a concrete, inovative response. At the same time, powerful,
round-the-clock surveillance is also needed to maintain geopolitical stability.
A
"Among the new products on display,
EURONAVAL will feature commando boats
along with weapons and equipment, surface
and underwater drones, aircraft, AUSV
(Autonomous Unmanned Surface Vehicles),
and new concepts in stealth."
A few months before the doors open on the 25th edition of
Euronaval, the organizers have recorded more than 20% firsttime exhibitors. The newcomers include ASELSAN (Turkey),
AUSTAL (Australia), ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD (Israel), ISRAEL
SHIPYARDS (Israel), LIBERVIT (France), PALFINGER
MARINE (Austria), SHOXS (Canada), FERRETTI SECURITY
& DEFENCE (Italy), DANISH MARINE GROUP (Denmark)…
For the fifth time, at the inauguration of 18th October,
Euronaval will award Trophies for products and services
presented by exhibitors.Two of the three categories are open to
international innovations: unmanned vehicles, robotics and
autonomous systems on the one hand, concept ships and biomimetics on the other. The theme of the third trophy, reserved
for French exhibitors, is digital technology and augmented or
virtual reality simulation.
The BtoB meetings organized by CCI Paris-Île de France and
Entreprise Europe Network will promote the Business Meetings in
52 partner companies, the European Enterprise Network (EEN).
Above all, Euronaval brings together the major buyers. Of
the 110 nations involved in the acquisition of naval equipment, more than 70 accepted the French Government’s invitation
in 2014 to discover the most relevant offerings in the six major
sectors: naval defence, maritime environment, transportation and
infrastructure, maritime safety and security, services and research
and engineering.
Several defence ministers, ambassadors, Navy or Armed
Forces chiefs of staff, coast guard delegations and defence attachés
are expected to attend the show in October 2016. These distinguished visitors make Euronaval the world’s largest meeting of
buyers and decsision-makers in a market estimated at €40 billion
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LOCATION: Parc Expo Paris/Le Bourget
DATE: Monday 17th to Friday 21st October 2016
Times: Monday - Noon to 05:30 pm,
Tuesday to Thursday - 9 am to 05:30 pm,
Friday - 9 am to 4 am
FIND OUT MORE: WWW.EURONAVAL.FR
92 Official Delegations from 70 countries.
24,655 professional visits.
355 exhibitors from 28 countries.
600 BtoB meetings.
10 National Pavilions
(Key figures, 2014)
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Stealth: The stealthy outlines of the U.S. Navy’s new destroyer
are striking. With the exception of the 155mm cannons, though
these do have signature-reducing covers, nothing protrudes from
the bridge. The smooth continuity of the superstructure is barely
interrupted by radar or radio antennas.
Modular design: The “Zumwalt” is equipped
with 16 hardened modules containing the
electronic equipment. These modules are
designed for easy removal for maintenance
or moderniation work.
USS ZUMWALT
THE FUTURE
IS NOW
The revolutionary design of the “Zumwalt”
includes numerous innovative features,
particularly relating to stealth and operation
with a reduced crew.
In March 2016, the U.S. Navy’s future guided missile destroyer, USS “Zumwalt”,
left port for a second series of sea trials. With its futuristic outlines, the first ship in
the DDG-1000 class looks like something from a science fiction film. And yet it will
soon be operational in the U.S. Navy.
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155mm guns: The “Zumwalt” is
equipped with two 155mm
Advanced Gun System (AGS)
naval guns capable of firing
projectiles over distances up to 63
nautical miles.
Single, centralized IT system: A
single, encrypted system manages
all onboard IT applications, from
lighting to weapons and
propulsion.This innovation allows
for a high degree of onboard system
automation, as well as a substantial
reduction in crew size.
Integrated anti-submarine warfare
system: Two sonar antennas
(medium and high frequency) have
been integrated into the hull.. The
ASM detection system features a
new algorithm which should
significantly improve performance.
Integrated propulsion system
The “Zumwalt” features an all-electric propulsion system, designed
to meet the requirements of modern weapon systems. The power
reserve is sufficient to meet plans for the future installation of
weapo systems currently under development.
MK57 vertical launch
systems. These modular
systems can fire cruise
missiles, anti-ship missiles
or air defence missiles.
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THE GREAT GREEN FLEET
THE U.S. NAVY IS EXPLORING THE USE
OF ALTERNATIVE FUELS. IN EARLY
2016, A CARRIER STRIKE GROUP SET
SAIL USING A FUEL BLEND
CONTAINING 10% BIOFUEL.
SETS SAIL
The aircraft carrier “J. C. Stennis” is
powered by a fuel blend comprising
10% biofuel.
US NAVY
n 1907, a fleet of 16 U.S. Navy battleships set out
to circumnavigate the globe. The goal was to
demonstrate to the eyes of the world America’s
growing military power and blue-water navy
capability. The ships in the armada were painted
white, hence the nickname Great White Fleet.
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The fleet that left U.S. waters in early 2016 was a different colour. The ships were grey, but it is known as
the “Great Green Fleet” because of the fuel used. The
fleet, centred on the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier
“John C. Stennis”, is powered by a fuel blend comprising
10% biofuel and 90% conventional petroleum. The
carrier strike group made a stopover in the Philippines
in May 2016. As was the case with the 1907 fleet, the
Great Green Fleet carries a strong symbolic value.
True, the current deployment is less ambitious than
initially planned. The fleet was originally to have set
out with a fuel blend containing 50% alternative fuel.
The U.S. Navy had already tested a 50/50 blend during
the Rim of the Pacific exercise in 2012. Surface ships
and even aircraft can readily operate with synthetic
fuels without the need for any modifications. Altogether,
around 40 American ships and 200 aircraft have
carried out tests involving alternative fuel mixtures.
Alternative fuels can be produced from different nonfossil organic materials, such as wood, algae or cooking
oil. The fuels currently used by the U.S.Navy are classified as “third-generation”, offering the same energy
density as conventional fuel.
For its 2016 deployment, the U.S. Navy acquired 78
million gallons of biofuel at a price of $2.05 per
gallon. The cost of biofuel has until now been a hurdle
to more widespread adoption. The U.S. Congress has
on several occasions rejected the use of biofuels on
the grounds that they are more expensive than
conventional fuels.
For several years now, the U.S. Navy has been attempting
to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and to diversify
sources of supply. In 2009, the U.S. Secretary of the
Navy, Ray Mabus, committed to obtaining at least 50%
of the energy used by the Navy and Marine Corps
from alternative sources by 2020. He explained to the
U.S. Senate that it was important for the United States
to reduce its dependence on fuels originating from
n
geopolitically unstable regions.
A CARRIER STRIKE GROUP
POWERED BY ALTERNATIVE FUEL
The “Great Green Fleet” includes the aircraft
carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), the
destroyers USS Stockdale (DDG 106), USS
Chung-Hoon (DDG 93), and USS William P.
Lawrence (DDG 110), along with the cruiser
USS Mobile Bay (CG 53).
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