Internationale ontwikkelingen maritiem

[Harald]

Ik heb het vermoeden dat Zweden een nieuw Stridsbåt type aan het ontwikkelen is, een CB90 achtig vaartuig maar dan langer, 16 tot 20 meter. (doorontwikkeling, vergroting van de CB90 ?)
Ze willen dit type vaartuig uitrusten met een RWS 30mm (30x113mm), een short-range Anti-Ship Missile (ASM) of Surface-to-Surface (SSM) Missile system en een Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) systems.
Ze spreken over een aantal van 8 tot 12 vaartuigen.

Ik ben erg benieuwd naar deze ontwikkeling.

De Laatste verbeterde versie (HSM) van de CB90 werd in 2021 in London aan de wereld laten zien, deze was voorzien van RWS 12,7mm (0.5).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=epbzbRgTNdU

[23FMVU10259] RFI Autocannon System
1. Introduction

The Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) has been tasked by the Swedish Armed Forces to enhance the capabilities of the Amphibious Battalions through the integration of a suitable 30 mm auto-cannon system. This system should possess the capability to engage targets effectively both on land and at sea, including airborne targets such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and helicopters. This will bolster coastal defense and ensuring the safety of our maritime operations.

This Request for Information (RFI) serves as the initial phase in our acquisition process, designed to gather comprehensive and pertinent details and insights from industry-leading companies regarding their 30 mm auto-cannon systems.
The 30 mm auto-cannon system will be deployed on the Combat Boat (CB) utilized by the Amphibious Battalions of the Swedish Armed Forces. This platform shares several common features with the existing Combat Boat 90 (Strb90) currently in service.

2. Combat Boat

The platform on which the system will be installed is of a combat boat size with a length of approximately 16 to 20 meters and has traits in common with Combat Boat 90 (CB90, Strb90).

It is crucial to note that the chosen system must adhere to the specific structural limitations of the CB90 boat. The integration should be carried out in a manner that ensures the overall structural integrity and stability of the platform. Therefore, the weight, overall size and reaction forces of the 30 mm auto-cannon system must also be considered and adhere to the maximum weight capacity of the CB90.

The CB90 boat, being the designated platform for the integration of the auto-cannon system, has defined weight restrictions that need to be respected. To ensure the proper functioning and safety of the boat, the weight of the auto-cannon system must be within the permissible limits. Additionally, it is essential to minimize the effect of system integration on the CB90 boat's overall mass distribution and center of gravity. This is crucial to maintain the boat's maneuverability, stability, and operational performance.
4. Requirements and Scope

We are seeking information on 30 mm cannon systems capable of engaging and neutralizing a wide range of aerial threats, including helicopters, low-flying aircraft, small vessels, patrol boats, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

The cannon systems should be designed for the 30x113 mm ammunition and incorporate a recoil suppression system to accommodate the platform's structural load limitations. The systems should be suitable for deployment on marine platforms in the Nordic climate zone, without compromising mobility and adaptability to varying operational scenarios and sea states. It is crucial to include details regarding the sensitivity of the ammunition (If applicable) and measures implemented to ensure safe handling, storage, and operation of the cannon systems. Additionally, information on the power supply requirements and recommendations for integration into existing power systems on our marine platforms is necessary.
https://www.kommersannons.se/fmv/Notice ... ntId=49239


[23FMVU10260] RFI Anti-Ship Missile or Surface-to-Surface Missile System
1. Introduction

Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) has been tasked by the Swedish Armed Forces to upgrade the Amphibious Battalions with suitable short-range Anti-Ship Missile (ASM) or Surface-to-Surface (SSM) Missile system capable of engaging targets both at sea and land, to enhance coastal defense capabilities and ensure the security of maritime assets.

This Request for Information (RFI) serves as an initial step in our acquisition process to gather relevant detailed information and insights from industry-leading companies regarding their short-range ASM or SSM missile systems.
The short-range ASM or SSM missile system will be deployed on a Combat Boat (CB) of the Amphibious Battalions of Swedish Armed Forces. The selected systems will enhance our offensive capabilities, enabling effective engagement of maritime targets and ensuring the safety of our maritime operations.

2. Combat Boat

The platform on which the system will be installed is of a combat boat size with a length of approximately 16 to 20 meters and has traits in common with Combat Boat 90 (CB90, Strb90).

CB system will be a very fast military assault ship with exceptional agility. This platform will be able to decelerate and accelerate very fast and is capable of executing extremely sharp turns with good maneuverability.
4. Requirements and Scope

We seek information on short-range ASM and SSM systems capable of engaging and neutralizing land and maritime targets, including Amphibious assault ships, landing craft, and other surface threats encountered in coastal and near-shore environments.

The missile system should be optimized for short to medium-range engagements typically within 10 to 70 km in archipelago or close to the shores and will be installed on 8 to 12 Combat boats.

The systems should be compatible with our CB onboard systems e.g. electric power system available, space etc., ensuring seamless integration without compromising the platform's structural integrity, stability, or maneuverability in varying operational scenarios and sea state conditions.

Participants are required to inform FMV on targeting and guidance systems compatibility and peripheral system requirements for the missile system. Details regarding the power supply requirements and recommendations for integration are essential.
https://www.kommersannons.se/fmv/Notice ... ntId=49240


[23FMVU10258] RFI VSHORAD or SHORAD Systems
1. Introduction

Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) has been tasked by the Swedish Armed Forces to upgrade the Amphibious Battalions with suitable Man-Portable Air Defense (VSHORAD) and/or Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) systems to safeguard coastal regions and ensure the security of maritime assets. This Request For Information (RFI) serves as an initial step in our acquisition process to gather relevant details and insights from industry-leading companies regarding their VSHORAD and SHORAD systems.
The system will be deployed on a Combat Boat (CB) of the Amphibious Battalions of Swedish Armed Forces. The selected systems will enhance our offensive capabilities, enabling effective engagement of aerial targets and ensuring the safety of our maritime operations.

2. Combat Boat

The platform on which the system will be installed is of a combat boat size with a length of
approximately 16 to 20 meters and has traits in common with Combat Boat 90 (CB90, Strb90).

CB system will be a very fast military assault ship with exceptional agility. This platform will be able to decelerate and accelerate rapidly and will be capable of executing extremely sharp turns with good maneuverability.
4. Requirements and Scope

We seek information on VSHORAD and SHORAD systems capable of engaging and neutralizing a wide range of aerial threats, including helicopters, low-flying aircrafts, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). The systems should be optimized for short-range engagements, typically within a few kilometers, to counter threats in the archipelago, urban maritime and near-shore environment. This system will be installed on 8 to 12 Combat boats.

The systems should be compatible with our CB systems e.g. electric power system available, space etc., and ensuring seamless integration without compromising the platform's structural integrity, stability, or maneuverability in varying operational scenarios and sea state conditions.

Participants are required to inform FMV on targeting and guidance systems compatibility and peripheral system requirements for the system. Details regarding the power supply requirements and recommendations for integration into existing power systems on-board CBs are essential.
https://www.kommersannons.se/fmv/Notice ... ntId=49241


[23FMVU10251] RFI Remote Weapon Station (RWS)
1. Introduction

The Swedish Defense Material Administration (FMV) has been entrusted by the Swedish Armed Forces to undertake the upgrading of Amphibious Battalions with suitable Remote Weapon Station (RWS) systems capable of engaging both stationary and moving targets. This initiative aims to bolster coastal defense capabilities and ensure the safeguarding of maritime assets.
The weapon stations will be deployed on Combat Boats (CB) of the Amphibious Battalions of
Swedish Armed Forces. The selected system will enhance our offensive capabilities, enabling
effective engagement of targets in land, at sea and in air to ensure the safety of our maritime
operations.

2. Combat Boat

The platform on which the system will be installed is of a combat boat size with a length of
approximately 16 to 20 meters and has traits in common with Combat Boat 90 (CB90, Strb90).

CB system will be a very fast military assault ship with exceptional agility. This platform will
be able to decelerate and accelerate very fast and is capable of executing extremely sharp turns
with good maneuverability.

Participants are requested to consider this vessel size when proposing their systems and ensure
compatibility with the specified dimensions and stability requirements.

The CB will have a maximum length of 19.5 m and will share many traits with Stb90 (CB90).
4. Requirements and Scope

We seek information on remote weapon stations capable of caring weapons with caliber up to
30 mm for engaging and neutralizing land, air and maritime targets, including highly
maneuverable UAVs, and other surface threats encountered in coastal and near-shore
environments.

The system must be able to track and engage moving targets at medium range from a moving
platform.

The systems should be compatible with our CB onboard systems e.g. electric power system
available, space etc., ensuring seamless integration without compromising the platform's
structural integrity, stability, or maneuverability in varying operational scenarios and sea state
conditions.

Participants are required to inform FMV on targeting and sensor systems compatibility and
peripheral system requirements for the RWS. Details regarding the power supply requirements
and recommendations for integration into existing power systems on-board CBs are essential.

Information on training programs, technical support, and maintenance services provided by the
manufacturers or suppliers should be included. Please provide details about the training
curriculum, availability of training personnel, and any ongoing support arrangements offered.
https://www.kommersannons.se/fmv/Notice ... ntId=49242

[Parera]

Japan's Missile Defense Ships Will Now Be Multi-Role, Cruiser-Like

Japan's fast-evolving plans to build two new ballistic missile defense, or BMD vessels have taken a new turn, with officials now focusing on a cruiser-like design that is more multi-role oriented. If realized, this class will be the biggest Japanese surface combatant since World War II.

https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/japans-missile-defense-ships-will-now-be-multi-role-cruiser-like


Via X @ryankakiuchan

Thread on Japan's Aegis system equipped vessel (ASEV).

-190 meters long
-25 meters wide
-12,000 tons standard displacement
-240 crewmembers
-128 VLS cells (SM-6/SM-3 Block IIA/Tomahawk)
-Type 12 anti-ship missile

[Harald]

Rheinmetall awards contract to supply Australia smart sea mines

According to a PR published by Rheinmetall on August 29, 2023, the Commonwealth of Australia has awarded RWM Italia S.p.A., an Italian subsidiary of Rheinmetall AG, a multimillion-euro contract.

The deal involves the delivery of a substantial quantity of cutting-edge smart sea mines, placing Rheinmetall's order value in the low three-digit million-euro bracket, with anticipated expansions in subsequent years.

.../...

https://www.navyrecognition.com/index.php/naval-news/naval-news-archive/2023/august/13508-rheinmetall-awards-contract-to-supply-australia-smart-sea-mines.html

Extra info :

Australia Procures New Smart Sea Mines
https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/australia-procures-new-smart-sea-mines/

Delivery is expected to commence in 2023.

RWM Italia was showcasing two types of sea mines: The Murena and the new Asteria.

[Huzaar1]

Daarom zou het dus ook een goede indicator zijn van het instorten van Rusland.
Als het gebeurd, wat inderdaad nog maar de vraag is, is dat echt een teken aan de wand.

Rusland was al niet in staat om haar krijgsmacht voldoende te moderniseren voor het conflict, en het lijkt er momenteel niet op alsof ze er sterker uitkomen. Ze zijn gewoon te klein, en hun traditionele partners gaan hun eigen weg (zie India met FGFA -> AMCA). Rusland zal zelf junior partner moeten worden.

En ja, ze hebben op het westen natuurlijk een enorm voordeel in PPP, maar tov bijvoorbeeld India of Egypte valt dat dan wel weer mee.

En uiteindelijk moet er moet dat geld ook wat gebeuren:

https://tass.ru/armiya-i-opk/18573155
MOSKOU, 24 augustus. /TAS/. De kosten van reparatie en modernisering van de zware nucleaire raketkruiser (TARKR) "Admiral Nakhimov" van project 1144.2 "Orlan" van de Noordelijke Vloot, uitgevoerd in Sevmash (onderdeel van de United Shipbuilding Corporation), bedragen al meer dan 200 miljard roebel. Dit werd aan TASS gemeld door een bron dicht bij de Russische marine.

Dat is dus ~2 miljard USD, of in PPP zo'n 7 miljard USD (https://data.oecd.org/conversion/purchasing-power-parities-ppp.htm).

Ze hadden ook zo'n 6 Gorshkovs kunnen kopen, wat echt prima schepen zijn, maar hebben ze weer niet gedaan.
Er zijn genoeg paden voor Rusland om een sterke toekomst te hebben, maar hun systeem lijkt niet in staat die wegen te bewandelen.

We zien deze junior partner constructie natuurlijk nu al met (o.a.) de Geran, en ik verwacht dat we dit ook voor big ticket items gaan zien. Mits de collapse doorzet.

Op die wijze begrijp ik wat je zegt, ik ben het met je eens. Teken aan de wand in dat geval.

[Parera]

Video: SH Defence Modular Mine Laying And Seabed Warfare Systems

https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/video-sh-defence-modular-mine-laying-and-seabed-warfare-systems/

Hier zou onze KM ook weer in moeten investeren wat mij betreft, een mooie toevoeging op de nieuwe MCM's en/of hulpvaartuigen.

[Parera]

Japan's MoD Awards Contract For New FFM Vessels

On August 25, 2023, Japan's Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced the selection of two contractors for the design and production of a new FFM variant to be delivered to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).


https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/japans-mod-awards-contract-for-new-ffm-vessels/

[Parera]

Dit was toch een 1 april grap?

Nee die komt naast de 2 carriers van Nederland en de 4 van Duitsland


Alle gekheid op een stokje, voor zover ik weet heeft de RN geen plannen voor een 3e carrier (meer). Er is inderdaad een 1 april grap uitgehaald door een bekende Britse defensie website maar daar staat duidelijk dat het een grap is.

https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-to-order-third-aircraft-carrier-due-to-russian-threat/

[Benji87]

Dit was toch een 1 april grap?

[silvester herc]

[Parera]

Indonesia Lays Keel Of First 'Red White' Frigate



On August 25, the keel laying ceremony for the first of two Red White frigates was held at Indonesian state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL Indonesia's facility in Surabaya City, East Java. Based on Babcock's Arrowhead 140 design, it is said that with a 140-metre length and a displacement of 5,996 tons, the Red White frigate will be the largest and most advanced surface combatant ever constructed in Indonesia.

https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/indonesia-lays-keel-of-first-red-white-frigate/

Het meest interessante aan deze fregatten is het plan voor de 16 cells VLS met daarin de BrahMos kruisraketten.

[Parera]

Gaat ook niet om de korte termijn. Maar waar India lange tijd een grote importeur van wapensystemen is geweest, en zelfs vrijwel niks van belang maakte, begint het nu langzaam van de grond te komen. Bij de Russen gebeurt het omgekeerde, en waar ze echt wel een wapenindustrie houden, gaan ze bepaalde dingen moeten uitbesteden. Kan nog wel een decennium duren, maar ze zullen een keer moeten.

Ik denk eerder dat men hulp vraagt aan de Chinezen bij bijvoorbeeld de bouw van een nieuwe generatie carrier(s) dan dat men ook daadwerkelijk daar een schip zal laten bouwen. Als men de eigen industrie helemaal opzij zet dan is het land ook daar te klein verwacht ik. Alternatief kan men nog kiezen voor een ''samenwerking'' maar dat daadwerkelijk 95% door de Chinezen gedaan word en slechts 5% door de Russen maar voor de buitenwereld een 50/50 samenwerking.

[Huzaar1]

Gaat ook niet om de korte termijn. Maar waar India lange tijd een grote importeur van wapensystemen is geweest, en zelfs vrijwel niks van belang maakte, begint het nu langzaam van de grond te komen. Bij de Russen gebeurt het omgekeerde, en waar ze echt wel een wapenindustrie houden, gaan ze bepaalde dingen moeten uitbesteden. Kan nog wel een decennium duren, maar ze zullen een keer moeten.

Dat denk ik absoluut niet en de kans dat de Russen in het buitenland wapensystemen (van enige omvang) gaan bestellen acht ik nihil tot non-existent. Een tank is al te groot, een vliegtuig te duur en een schip in het buitenland zou tegen alles ingaan waar de Rus haar financiele voordeel op het Westen mee behoud: purchasing power parity.

Loon en productie+innovatiekosten q materiaalkosten liggen in zrusland wel zo laag, er is geen voordeel om dat uit te laten besteden.

[Parera]

Goede order.
Ben benieuwd wanneer de Russen hun eerste schip in India gaan bestellen.

Ik vraag me af of ze daar überhaupt nog de financiën voor hebben, maar ongetwijfeld willen zowel de Chinezen als Indiërs haar industrie inzetten voor de bouw van marine schepen voor de Russen.

[Parera]

India's HSL Inks Contract For Five Fleet Support Ships

The Indian Ministry of Defence (MoD), signed today a contract with Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), for the acquisition of five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) for the Indian Navy.



https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/indias-hsl-inks-contract-for-five-fleet-support-ships/

[Parera]

German Naval Yards Applies To Build An "Ammunition Disposal Platform" With Partners

German Naval Yards GmbH and Rheinmetall Project Solutions GmbH are jointly developing an offshore platform for ammunition disposal.

https://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/2023/08/german-naval-yards-applies-to-build-an-ammunition-disposal-platform-with-partners/


Klinkt als een interessant project wat ook voor de Belgisch/Nederlandse kust geplaatst zou kunnen worden onder BeNeSam. Plaats naast EOD er nog wat boven en onderwater sensoren / effectoren op en je hebt een prima platform op de Noordzee.