OCEAN PATROL VESSELS
Kedah class
The Kedah class is a class of offshore patrol vessels, also referred to as New Generation Patrol Vessels, of the Royal Malaysian Navy. The class is named after the lead ship of the class, KD Kedah. The Kedah class is based on the MEKO 100 design by Blohm + Voss. A total of 27 ships were planned; however, due to program delays and overruns, only six were ordered.
The Kedah class is based on the MEKO 100 patrol vessels. They are designed to have low radar detectability, low noise, low heat dissipation, and have an economical cruising speed. An advanced control system is used to monitor and control the platform machinery of the ships, including propulsion, electrical, damage control, and auxiliary machinery and systems.
Due to the small ship complement, the design relies on a high degree of automation for improved operational effectiveness and survivability of the ships. The design uses intelligent electronics and sensors interconnected by data buses. This enables monitoring and control of machinery from several shipboard locations. The ship has redundant systems to improve survivability.
The modular design of the MEKO allows for the fitting of ships' systems without the actual fixture of armaments and other combat equipment. This concept is known as fitted for but not with and is akin to the concept of “Plug and Play” in modern-day computers. Systems can be added by installing the required modules as the situation warrants, and once installed, the new systems platform can be used without further work on the ships' control systems.
The Kedah class is based on the MEKO 100 patrol vessels. They are designed to have low radar detectability, low noise, low heat dissipation, and have an economical cruising speed. An advanced control system is used to monitor and control the platform machinery of the ships, including propulsion, electrical, damage control, and auxiliary machinery and systems.
Due to the small ship complement, the design relies on a high degree of automation for improved operational effectiveness and survivability of the ships. The design uses intelligent electronics and sensors interconnected by data buses. This enables monitoring and control of machinery from several shipboard locations. The ship has redundant systems to improve survivability.
The modular design of the MEKO allows for the fitting of ships' systems without the actual fixture of armaments and other combat equipment. This concept is known as fitted for but not with and is akin to the concept of “Plug and Play” in modern-day computers. Systems can be added by installing the required modules as the situation warrants, and once installed, the new systems platform can be used without further work on the ships' control systems.
Sentinel class*
_The Sentinel is derived from a proven military standard design - the MEKO® 100 Corvette. With a mix of commercial and military standards the vessel is a very flexible and economic solution for customer requirements ranging from the upper sphere of the military mission spectrum through to coast guard and even civilian missions.
In the tradition of the MEKO® design concept, a special emphasis has been given to provide the Sentinel-Class OPV with a high degree of flexibility to carry out a wide range of missions and tasks. The Sentinel-Class OPV is equipped with a large helicopter deck. Depending on the operational requirements of the vessel an optional telescopic hangar can be arranged.
The design provides outstanding interior volumes that allow for maximum comfort, proper deck-head heights as well as very good mission, accommodation, hotel, commissariat and storage spaces. In addition the Sentinel-Class OPV is prepared to carry modules to provide adequate utility spaces for temporary berthing of special forces, disaster victims or refugees, or the temporary storage of emergency supplies.
In the tradition of the MEKO® design concept, a special emphasis has been given to provide the Sentinel-Class OPV with a high degree of flexibility to carry out a wide range of missions and tasks. The Sentinel-Class OPV is equipped with a large helicopter deck. Depending on the operational requirements of the vessel an optional telescopic hangar can be arranged.
The design provides outstanding interior volumes that allow for maximum comfort, proper deck-head heights as well as very good mission, accommodation, hotel, commissariat and storage spaces. In addition the Sentinel-Class OPV is prepared to carry modules to provide adequate utility spaces for temporary berthing of special forces, disaster victims or refugees, or the temporary storage of emergency supplies.
*Guardian class
__The Guardian-Class is derived from the Sentinel Class OPV, a customer tailored affordable Offshore Patrol Vessel and offers more space and volume with one additional deck
A refined mono-hull shape with an excellent length-to-beam ratio and a forefoot bulb, combined with active fin stabilizers, provide excellent sea keeping capabilities. This enables the vessel to operate effectively in rough sea conditions with comfort and safety. In particular it ensures continuous and safe day and night helicopter and boat operations when underway, and the effective operation of sensors and weapons.
The Guardian-Class OPV is characterized by an outstanding endurance. With adequate onboard provisions and an operating range exceeding 10.000 nautical miles the Guardian-Class OPV is designed for extended out-of-base operations. Special emphasis has been given to the design and equipment to provide for a high degree of flexibility to carry out a wide range of missions and tasks
A refined mono-hull shape with an excellent length-to-beam ratio and a forefoot bulb, combined with active fin stabilizers, provide excellent sea keeping capabilities. This enables the vessel to operate effectively in rough sea conditions with comfort and safety. In particular it ensures continuous and safe day and night helicopter and boat operations when underway, and the effective operation of sensors and weapons.
The Guardian-Class OPV is characterized by an outstanding endurance. With adequate onboard provisions and an operating range exceeding 10.000 nautical miles the Guardian-Class OPV is designed for extended out-of-base operations. Special emphasis has been given to the design and equipment to provide for a high degree of flexibility to carry out a wide range of missions and tasks