Pakistan Navy Fast Attack Craft launched

[somebozo]

Saudi Navy is going to operate one on lease...Actually it will be Pakistan Navy operating under Saudi flag..the "lease" excuse is just a coverup..we are blessed with some good friends and strategic depth in Middle east.

 

[Skywalker]

Great news, hope this will help us creating in lot more jobs in kpt.

 

[Arsalan]

PN need to seek for ToT of important part and modren high tech equipment from friendly nation. like we must look try to develope the knowledge of CIWS and its control system from china. similarly we can look for combat control system from Turkey, naval guns can be produced with help of these friends. this will help building the navy, in this way we will be able to even upgrade our existing fleet and design new boats as per our requirment.

what PN is currently doing is not good in my view. we say that the F22p frigat will be constructed at home but what is important is that all high tech equipment would be flying in from China. we must develop such systems ourselves. NESCOM, POF Wah, AWC, KARI NDC all have the potential to develop some of the finest equipment and when we can put this all together we will form a good platform!!

regards!

 

[applesauce]

PN need to seek for ToT of important part and modren high tech equipment from friendly nation. like we must look try to develope the knowledge of CIWS and its control system from china. similarly we can look for combat control system from Turkey, naval guns can be produced with help of these friends. this will help building the navy, in this way we will be able to even upgrade our existing fleet and design new boats as per our requirment.

what PN is currently doing is not good in my view. we say that the F22p frigat will be constructed at home but what is important is that all high tech equipment would be flying in from China. we must develop such systems ourselves. NESCOM, POF Wah, AWC, KARI NDC all have the potential to develop some of the finest equipment and when we can put this all together we will form a good platform!!

regards!

while it would be great if pakistan can develop all sorts of things by it self but we must look at reality, how many countries can develop the range of technologies for a frigate-destroyer sized ship largely by itself? pakistan must focus only on certain areas if it wants to succeed and the rest can be gained from friendly nations, also self development from such a low base takes far too long, by the time your done the world has moved 4 generations ahead

 

[Super Falcon]

well good to hear that they are getting something but better that we have got the deal for destroyers which pakistan navy lacked and indian navy have more destroyers destroyers are heavy and better equiped than frigates

 

[liberalindian8]

Is this an english website or udru one?

 

[sparklingway]

Pakistan, China sign contract to build frigate
Friday, July 16, 2010

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is going to enter the realm of ship-building as the country is likely to initiate the indigenous production of fast-moving platform for carrying missiles and heavy weaponry in collaboration with China, said Managing Director Karachi Shipyard Admiral Rao Iftikhar on Thursday.

Apprising the Special Committee of the Public Accounts Committee, he said the first fast attack craft was being constructed in China while another one would be built in Pakistan that would take two years. Rao Iftikhar said under the contract signed between the two countries, another two such craft would be constructed later.

The Karachi Shipyard MD told the committee that the shipyard has earned a profit of Rs 400 million. Rao Iftikhar said Pakistan had also signed a 20-year agreement with China for up-gradation of installations of naval forces.

Pakistan to produce fast attack Naval warships

M. Naeem

Islamabad—Pakistan is going to enter in the realm of shipbuilding as the country is likely to initiate the indigenous production of fast-moving platform for carrying missiles and heavy weaponry, in collaboration with Peoples Republic of China, said Managing Director Karachi Shipyard Admiral Rao Iftikhar on Thursday.

Briefing the Special Committee of Public Accounts Committee, the Managing Director said first fast attack craft is being constructed in China while another one would be built in Pakistan that would take two-year time, and for this purpose Karachi Shipyard company has given RS200 million. Rao Iftikhar said

under the contract signed between the two states, another two such crafts would be constructed later. “It would be a healthy addition in the naval fleet. The frigate p 22 would help the Pakistan’s naval forces to face the upcoming challenges during war times,” he said.

He told the committee that due to efficient policies and economic management the Karachi Shipyard has earned a profit worth Rs 400 million. He said Pakistan has also signed a 20-year agreement with Saudi Arabia for building shipyards: one in Jeddah and other in Dammam.—Agencies

 

[SBD-3]

Is this an english website or udru one?

This is an Urdu Newspaper

 

[SBD-3]

Can you please be a bit more clear on what FAC joint venture would be with China. Any hint on which fast attack craft are they talking about?

My bet is something new....probably a blend of Chinese expertise to meet PN's requirement...but interestingly what subs is he talking about....German,Chinese or more Agostas?

 

[DESERT FIGHTER]

Good news refreshin...after a long time...
Good for our defence industry n our navy.
Pak Zindabad

 

[HAIDER]

BEIJING: The Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works has signed a contract with China Shipbuilding and Offshore Company (CSOC) for the construction of a 500-ton Fast Attack Craft for the Pakistan Navy.

The shipyard hopes to deepen its cooperation with the Chinese shipbuilding industry to facilitate Beijing’s international trade and further explore the huge Gulf market, said Managing Director Karachi Shipyard, Vice Admiral Iftikhar Rao.

“We hope to establish a long-term and permanent relationship with China as well as close partnership at various levels,” the China Daily quoted Rao as saying.

The shipyard, which includes commercial and military sections, can provide a wide range of services, such as logistics supply, maintenance and repair. “It will be a win-win situation for Pakistan and China,” he said.

There are 55 Chinese ship engineers who are working and residing at the shipyard, and they receive the best security protection, according to Rao.

“We are currently building a new accommodation for Chinese workers and we are very satisfied with their performance.” The new building is expected to be completed by April next year.

Published in The Express Tribune, July 28th, 2010

 

[Donatello]

BEIJING: The Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works has signed a contract with China Shipbuilding and Offshore Company (CSOC) for the construction of a 500-ton Fast Attack Craft for the Pakistan Navy.

The shipyard hopes to deepen its cooperation with the Chinese shipbuilding industry to facilitate Beijing’s international trade and further explore the huge Gulf market, said Managing Director Karachi Shipyard, Vice Admiral Iftikhar Rao.

“We hope to establish a long-term and permanent relationship with China as well as close partnership at various levels,” the China Daily quoted Rao as saying.

The shipyard, which includes commercial and military sections, can provide a wide range of services, such as logistics supply, maintenance and repair. “It will be a win-win situation for Pakistan and China,” he said.

There are 55 Chinese ship engineers who are working and residing at the shipyard, and they receive the best security protection, according to Rao.

“We are currently building a new accommodation for Chinese workers and we are very satisfied with their performance.” The new building is expected to be completed by April next year.

Published in The Express Tribune, July 28th, 2010

Any details on the type of the craft? Like missiles etc?

 

[SBD-3]

??? Can't Chinese live like normally in Pakistan ??? Is it such a big security risk for them in Karachi ???

Its nothing new....considering the sensitivity of the issue and their importance...it's pretty logical...and yes they do often visit different shopping malls in Karachi....(I've seen them visiting Forum mall quite a few times now)

 

[AgNoStiC MuSliM]

Threads merged - stick to topic please, which is not about the security of Chinese engineers

 

[AgNoStiC MuSliM]

Any details on the type of the craft? Like missiles etc?

The requirements in the tender (first few posts) might shed some light on that:


The ITT lists the main characteristics for the FAC as follows:

-Full load displacement of 500-600 tons
-Overall length of 60 meters (196.8ft)
-Radius of action equal to or greater than 500 nautical • miles, max speed 30 knots
-Complement of 55-60 personnel
-And fitted with the following weapon and sensor systems:
-8 Chinese C-802A SSMs
-Two 25mm close range semi-automatic EO/IR AA • guns
-Two 12.7mm machine guns
-Chaff and IR decoys
-Air/Surface search radar with track while scan (TWS) function
-Electro optical director and fire control radars for associated weapons
-Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) System
-Modern C3 System

Detailed main characteristics, design specifications, operational capabilities and combat capabilities are described in detail in the ITT.

http://www.amiinter.com/whatsnew/hotnews.pdf