The first Arafura class Offshore Patrol Vessel, NUSHIP Arafura, conducting Sea Trials in August 2024 at the Osborne Naval Shipyard. Photo: Luerssen Australia.
Defence companies have celebrated the successful acceptance of first Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessel by Defence.
Defence company Nova Systems supports the NUSHIP Arafura ahead of delivery to the Royal Australian Navy.
Nova Systems’ maritime team has been involved in the SEA 1180 project for more than seven years supporting Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Group.
The OPVs make up part of a wider Navy Minor War Vessel Fleet providing essential capabilities for the Australian Navy and replacing the Armidale Class and Cape Class Patrol Boats.
Nova Systems has played a pivotal role throughout the construction of the new contemporary fleet of OPVs, offering extensive expertise in naval architecture, Test and Evaluation, engineering management, logistics, seaworthiness and acceptance activities.
Source: currinsnavalandmaritme