SEA FREIGHT
NEWS
26m PATROL INTERCEPTOR VESSEL FOR OMAN 3 DECEMBER 2019
IS RELEASED
B
MT is pleased to announce the launch of the first ‘ARES 85
This latest contract for a governmental customer signifies BMT’s expansive
Hercules’ Patrol Interceptor Vessel (PIV) for ARES Shipyard in
reach into a growing market area for larger, faster interceptors – an
Antalya. The new interceptor capable of speeds in excess of 50
urgent technology requirement that’s needed to combat threats at sea.
knots adds to BMT’s proven track record in the Fast Interceptor and Patrol Boat market. The vessel built by ARES Shipyard for the Royal Oman Police
During initial sea trials the vessel was praised for its exceptional
Coast Guard (ROPCG), is a continuation of the partnership between BMT
performance reaching a speed of 52 knots, highlighting the high efficiency
and ARES responsible for a range of fast patrol boats between 18m-48m.
of the vessel whilst maintaining superior seakeeping performance and manoeuvrability. With its upright wheelhouse providing excellent visibility
The ROPCG contract for 14 Patrol Boats within a 4-year acquisition
alongside low noise attenuation throughout, the vessel will undoubtably
program is well underway with the first vessel now delivered, and multiple
prove to be an excellent asset to the ROPCG in active duty.
other vessels in various stages of fit out. The vessels, which are fully customised to meet the ROPCG's needs, will provide the agency with
BMT has a proven history in designing naval vessels. Its breadth of naval
a much-expanded capability to patrol and secure the nation’s waters.
expertise and comprehensive range of high-performance patrol vessels, from nine metres to 220 metres, has offered their commercial and
Another first has again been accomplished by BMT and ARES. The
government customers with unrivalled seakeeping, speed and reliability.
interceptor, has now been delivered to The Coast Guard division
The international design consultancy has a wealth of commercial
of the Royal Oman Police, is the first unit of a new vessel series
experience in naval architecture, including hull form development, class
of high performance vessels. Supporting operations conducted by
level design and detailed production and outfit engineering on a wide
coast guards, police forces and navies, the boat can be deployed
range of vessel sizes. Its skilled team of naval architects and engineers have
in marine patrol and surveillance in territorial seas, anti-smuggling
worked closely with ARES to develop ‘award winning’ designs for Offshore
interceptor duties, marine law enforcement operations, special
and Littoral Waters Law-Enforcement, Open Sea Rescue Operations,
forces operations, and rapid response actions. It can also be used to
Naval and Coast Guard Duties, Offshore Patrolling and Escort, Search
support offshore and fast patrol vessels during operations at sea.
and Rescue, Anti-smuggling Operations, Anti-Terrorist Protection of
John Bonafoux, Director of Business Development, BMT
Offshore and Coastal Installations and Critical Infrastructure.
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