Pakistan Navy induct the training ship PNS Rahnaward
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KARACHI: The Pakistan Navy (PN) on Tuesday inducted an exclusive training ship PNS Rahnaward into its fleet.
The Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Noman Bashir was the chief guest at the new ships induction ceremony. Acquired from Britain for training of cadets and sailors, the ships hi-tech features include complete suite of modern sensors and gadgets, navigation radars, satellite communication system, fire control and built-in electronic charting system.
It reached Karachi Harbour after a voyage of 7,000 nautical miles. About 59.35-metre long Rahnawards addition to PN fleet would certainly add value and finesse to the seamens training.
We must understand that only with the quality training and consistent hard work, we can achieve the much-needed edge over our adversary, Bashir said this while addressing the ceremony.
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The Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Noman Bashir was the chief guest at the new ships induction ceremony. Acquired from Britain for training of cadets and sailors, the ships hi-tech features include complete suite of modern sensors and gadgets, navigation radars, satellite communication system, fire control and built-in electronic charting system.
It reached Karachi Harbour after a voyage of 7,000 nautical miles. About 59.35-metre long Rahnawards addition to PN fleet would certainly add value and finesse to the seamens training.
We must understand that only with the quality training and consistent hard work, we can achieve the much-needed edge over our adversary, Bashir said this while addressing the ceremony.
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Hull (News Desk) - Commissioning ceremony of Pakistan Navy Training Ship RAHNAWARD, a Brig type sailing vessel procured from the UK took place at William and Albert Docks in the city of Hull.
Addressing the ceremony, the High Commissioner said that this historic induction of Pakistan Navy Ship RAH NAWARD (meaning swift mover) is an important addition for training of personnel in Pakistan Navy adding that “the challenges in the maritime domain have increased manifold during recent years and the prime concern of the nations today is the safety and security of international maritime traffic which can only be accomplished by maintaining effective naval forces through well motivated and skilled crew” .
He said that the commissioning of PNS RAH NAWARD would certainly make a positive contribution in shaping professional acumen of Pakistan Navy personnel.
Referring to multifaceted bonds between Pakistan and the United Kingdom the High Commissioner said that the acquisition of the Tall Ship is yet another true manifestation of trust and mutual cooperation between the two countries enjoying friendly and cordial relations entrenched in history.
He extended heartiest congratulations to Commander Jamal Alam, the Commanding officer and his crew on commissioning of the ship saying that “I am confident that with your diligent cadence and enthusiasm, you will take the ship proudly to Pakistan”.
Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Training and Personal) Rear Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah SI (M), and other dignitaries including Consul General Bradford, Mr Tariq Iqbal Soomro and Cdre S R Baum (Naval Regional Commander) were also present on the occasion.
Earlier in his welcome speech, Pakistan Navy Overseer Captain Adnan Khaliq PN apprised the audience of the training institutions of Pakistan Navy that have always endeavored to impart educational, professional, moral and physical training to officers and men in a befitting manner and this Tall ship would certainly add value and finesse to theory by practical application which would be easier to comprehend and more lasting.
PNS RAH NAWARD is a magnificent 59.6 meters long Brig Type sailing vessel which gives an impressive look whether heeling under the wind or cruising through the calms of distant shores. PNS RAH NAWARD while crowned with ten square-rigged sails is also equipped with a full outfit of modern machinery for main propulsion.
Later, the Chief Guest took walk rounds of the ship, where he was briefed about the features of the ship.
Addressing the ceremony, the High Commissioner said that this historic induction of Pakistan Navy Ship RAH NAWARD (meaning swift mover) is an important addition for training of personnel in Pakistan Navy adding that “the challenges in the maritime domain have increased manifold during recent years and the prime concern of the nations today is the safety and security of international maritime traffic which can only be accomplished by maintaining effective naval forces through well motivated and skilled crew” .
He said that the commissioning of PNS RAH NAWARD would certainly make a positive contribution in shaping professional acumen of Pakistan Navy personnel.
Referring to multifaceted bonds between Pakistan and the United Kingdom the High Commissioner said that the acquisition of the Tall Ship is yet another true manifestation of trust and mutual cooperation between the two countries enjoying friendly and cordial relations entrenched in history.
He extended heartiest congratulations to Commander Jamal Alam, the Commanding officer and his crew on commissioning of the ship saying that “I am confident that with your diligent cadence and enthusiasm, you will take the ship proudly to Pakistan”.
Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Training and Personal) Rear Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah SI (M), and other dignitaries including Consul General Bradford, Mr Tariq Iqbal Soomro and Cdre S R Baum (Naval Regional Commander) were also present on the occasion.
Earlier in his welcome speech, Pakistan Navy Overseer Captain Adnan Khaliq PN apprised the audience of the training institutions of Pakistan Navy that have always endeavored to impart educational, professional, moral and physical training to officers and men in a befitting manner and this Tall ship would certainly add value and finesse to theory by practical application which would be easier to comprehend and more lasting.
PNS RAH NAWARD is a magnificent 59.6 meters long Brig Type sailing vessel which gives an impressive look whether heeling under the wind or cruising through the calms of distant shores. PNS RAH NAWARD while crowned with ten square-rigged sails is also equipped with a full outfit of modern machinery for main propulsion.
Later, the Chief Guest took walk rounds of the ship, where he was briefed about the features of the ship.
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PNS Rahnaward inducted in PN fleet
Karachi—Pakistan Navy Tuesday inducted an exclusive training ship PNS Rahnaward into its fleet. The ship has been acquired for training of cadets and sailors. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Noman Bashir was the Chief Guest on the occasion. According to handout issued here on Tuesday, PNS Rahnaward has been acquired from Britain where the ship was part of the fleet as ‘HMS William’. The ship is equipped with complete suite of modern sensors and gadgets. Navigation radars, satellite communication system, fire control system and built-in electronic charting system are the main features of the ship. The ship reached Karachi harbour after covering a distance of 7000 nautical miles thereby grabbing the opportunity to show national flag in three continents.
With a total sail area of 949 square meter, the ship has 18 sails. Its length is 59.35 meters with a draught of 4.8 meters and a tonnage of 498 tons. Apart from the square-rigged sails, the ship is also equipped with a full outfit of modern machinery for main propulsion. Addition of the ship in PN fleet would certainly add value and finesse to the seamen’s training. Addressing on the occasion, the Naval Chief said that Hi-tech military hardware is no panacea in itself; rather it is the professional competence of the fighting force and their resolve to protect national interest at all costs. In today’s fast changing world, and in the wake of rapid developments in technology and naval strategies, the significance of professional knowledge and human skill has increased manifold. “We must understand that only with the quality training and consistent hard work, we can achieve the much needed edge over our adversary”, he added.
The Naval Chief apprised the audience that Pakistan Navy is vigorously pursuing a comprehensive strategy for building a balanced fleet comprising modern frigates, submarines and aircrafts. Induction of three F-22 P, P3C aircrafts, Z9Ec helicopters and under construction Small Tanker cum Utility Ship (STUS) at Karachi Shipyard is a testimony to this policy. Earlier, Annual Efficiency Competition Parade of Pakistan Navy was also held at PN Dockyard. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Noman Bashir graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Addressing the parade, the Naval Chief said that Pakistan is committed to root out terrorism from the country.—Online
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i don't know much about these training ships...just wondering which sort of systems are intalled on this ship, if they are upgraded or the already used by Royal navy as the news stated that these are some advanced systems and how much time it have served with Royal navy before being inducted in PN?
One thing for sure it will help PN in training the young sailors.
One thing for sure it will help PN in training the young sailors.
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i don't know much about these training ships...just wondering which sort of systems are intalled on this ship, if they are upgraded or the already used by Royal navy as the news stated that these are some advanced systems and how much time it have served with Royal navy before being inducted in PN?
One thing for sure it will help PN in training the young sailors.
Your question is a little confusing. The Ship is a "square-rig" sailing vessel. i.e. equipped with sails as the primary means of propulsion and a diesel engine as an auxiliary means of propulsion.
She will be of utility in mainly training cadets and midshipmen of PN in rudimentary seamanship skills in the introductory phase.
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Pakistan inducts rigged sailing ship
Published: Jan. 7, 2011.
KARACHI, Pakistan, Jan. 7 (UPI) -- Pakistan's navy inducted its latest cadet training ship, the square-rigged PNS Rah Naward, bought from a British naval training charity where it operated as Prince William.
The 498-ton PNS Rah Naward, meaning "swift mover," sailed from Hull in the United Kingdom with a crew of 38 in September. It reached the naval dockyards in Karachi in December -- a distance of 7,000 nautical miles.
The 195-foot ship has 10,215 square feet of sail and a draft of nearly 16 feet.
Adm. Noman Bashir, chief of the naval staff, praised the ship during his speech at the annual parade at the Karachi dockyard, saying the vessel will help teach cadets the need for good teamwork and the rewards of hard work.
"In today's fast-changing world, and in the wake of rapid developments in technology and naval strategies, the significance of professional knowledge and human skill has increased manifold," he said.
"We must understand that only with quality training and consistent hard work, can we achieve the much-needed edge over our adversary."
Toward this goal, Bashir said the navy was vigorously pursuing a strategy for building a balanced fleet of modern frigates, submarines and aircraft. This included three F-22 Raptor fighters and P3C Orion surveillance aircraft from Lockheed Martin, as well as Z9-E utility helicopters -- a version of the French Eurocopter Dauphin manufactured under license by Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corp. in China.
The two-masted brig was under construction in German shipyards in the 1990s and designed as a tourist sailing vessel for West Indies holiday cruises. It wasn't intended for serious sailing, according to the Tall Ships Youth Trust.
The German owner canceled the project and TSYT purchased the vessel, hull-finished only, in 1997. It was sent to Appledore Shipbuilders in England for modification and reinforcing to take a full sailing rig, improve sailing properties and the addition of a deeper keel holding 50 tons of ballast.
The Prince William competed in many races, including the 2005 Tall Ships' Races. It also was registered as a U.K. auxiliary coast guard vessel and during the 2005 it stood by a stricken vessel in case it was needed as a rescue ship.
In 2007 the trustees of the TSYT decided to sell Prince William. It was laid up in Portsmouth Dockyard in England and later in Hull, before being sold to the Pakistan navy last year.
The PNS Rah Naward is similar in design to the wooden-hulled, two-masted brig U.S.S. Niagara, still float. It served in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812 when the U.S. Navy was protecting its Great Lakes shoreline from the British in Canada.
The Niagara is usually docked behind the Erie Maritime Museum in downtown Erie as an outdoor exhibit for the museum but travels the Great Lakes during the summer as an ambassador of Pennsylvania.
© 2011 United Press International, Inc.
Published: Jan. 7, 2011.
KARACHI, Pakistan, Jan. 7 (UPI) -- Pakistan's navy inducted its latest cadet training ship, the square-rigged PNS Rah Naward, bought from a British naval training charity where it operated as Prince William.
The 498-ton PNS Rah Naward, meaning "swift mover," sailed from Hull in the United Kingdom with a crew of 38 in September. It reached the naval dockyards in Karachi in December -- a distance of 7,000 nautical miles.
The 195-foot ship has 10,215 square feet of sail and a draft of nearly 16 feet.
Adm. Noman Bashir, chief of the naval staff, praised the ship during his speech at the annual parade at the Karachi dockyard, saying the vessel will help teach cadets the need for good teamwork and the rewards of hard work.
"In today's fast-changing world, and in the wake of rapid developments in technology and naval strategies, the significance of professional knowledge and human skill has increased manifold," he said.
"We must understand that only with quality training and consistent hard work, can we achieve the much-needed edge over our adversary."
Toward this goal, Bashir said the navy was vigorously pursuing a strategy for building a balanced fleet of modern frigates, submarines and aircraft. This included three F-22 Raptor fighters and P3C Orion surveillance aircraft from Lockheed Martin, as well as Z9-E utility helicopters -- a version of the French Eurocopter Dauphin manufactured under license by Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corp. in China.
The two-masted brig was under construction in German shipyards in the 1990s and designed as a tourist sailing vessel for West Indies holiday cruises. It wasn't intended for serious sailing, according to the Tall Ships Youth Trust.
The German owner canceled the project and TSYT purchased the vessel, hull-finished only, in 1997. It was sent to Appledore Shipbuilders in England for modification and reinforcing to take a full sailing rig, improve sailing properties and the addition of a deeper keel holding 50 tons of ballast.
The Prince William competed in many races, including the 2005 Tall Ships' Races. It also was registered as a U.K. auxiliary coast guard vessel and during the 2005 it stood by a stricken vessel in case it was needed as a rescue ship.
In 2007 the trustees of the TSYT decided to sell Prince William. It was laid up in Portsmouth Dockyard in England and later in Hull, before being sold to the Pakistan navy last year.
The PNS Rah Naward is similar in design to the wooden-hulled, two-masted brig U.S.S. Niagara, still float. It served in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812 when the U.S. Navy was protecting its Great Lakes shoreline from the British in Canada.
The Niagara is usually docked behind the Erie Maritime Museum in downtown Erie as an outdoor exhibit for the museum but travels the Great Lakes during the summer as an ambassador of Pennsylvania.
© 2011 United Press International, Inc.
