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Se tivessem que escolher entre o Trident II e Bulava qual é que vocês escolheriam?

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Essa comparação não pode ser feita assim. Existem muitas diferenças que não o permitem.
São armas de gerações diferentes, 1990 para o Trident II e 2012 para o Bulava...
Transportados por diferentes plataformas de armas, desenvolvidos para enfrentar diferentes contra-medidas e limitados por diferentes tratados.

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Já agora está planeado algum sucessor para o Trident II, ou seja o Trident III? ou para já só existe na ficção? (Last Resort)

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North Sea Boats Launch New 63m Stealth Fast Missile Patrol Vessel for Indonesian Navy

Tão sofisticado que ele é, não era?  

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A Argentina ordenou neste domingo que 300 militares abandonem a fragata ‘Libertad’ que está há 20 dias parada em um portode Tema,  em Gana, apreendida por uma ordem da justiça local.

Entre os tripulantes da embarcação está o segundo-tenente da Marinha do Brasil, Lailton Souza Jorge, de 26 anos. O ministério das Relações Exteriores da Argentina ordenou que apenas o capitão e poucos tripulantes continuem a bordo do navio.

A fragata funciona como escola, e sua tripulação é formada por chilenos, argentinos e uruguaios. Jorge é o único brasileiro a bordo. Ainda não está claro se e como os tripulantes deixarão Gana rumo a seus países de origem.

O navio-escola está fundeado em Tema desde o dia 1º de outubro. Um juiz de Gana acatou pedido de um fundo de investimentos, o NML, feito por meio da Justiça americana, que reclama que a Argentina lhe pague uma dívida referente aos títulos públicos do país.

Para liberar a embarcação, o governo argentino deveria pagar uma fiança de US$ 20 milhões (R$ 40 milhões). Uma comitiva de autoridades locais viajou para Acra, capital de Gana. Em um comunicado divulgado na noite desta sexta-feira, o Ministério argentino das Relações Exteriores disse que a “detenção da Fragata Libertad é ilegal” já que ela possui, afirma-se, “imunidade” internacional, reconhecida por Gana em acordos internacionais.

Como a Argentina não possui representação diplomática em Gana está contando com apoio da diplomacia brasileira, de acordo com fontes de Brasília.

O ministro das Relações Exteriores da Argentina, Hector Timerman, prometeu levar o caso ao Conselho de Segurança da ONU.

Calote

Segundo a imprensa local, representantes do NML teriam oferecido pagar a passagem de volta para os militares embarcados na Fragata Libertad. Mas o governo argentino não teria respondido à proposta.

Na crise econômica de 2001 e de 2002, a Argentina declarou calote da sua dívida e a renegociou com desconto em 2005. No entanto, grupos como este que não aceitaram a oferta disputam com o país nos tribunais internacionais. Na imprensa local afirmou a rota da fragata Libertad foi modificada, na tentativa de evitar sua apreensão.

Portos da Europa, por exemplo, passaram a ser evitados. Para passar o tempo em Tema, os militares organizam passeios nos arredores do porto e atividades como futebol, segundo agências internacionais de noticias. A viagem de instrução estava marcada para acabar em 8 de dezembro.

Por e-mail, a Marinha brasileira explicou que o “oficial brasileiro embarcado na Fragata Libertad”, da Armada Argentina, “não está autorizado pela Marinha do Brasil a conceder entrevistas, pois está subordinado ao Comandante do Navio”. A Marinha informou ainda que trata-se de uma “viagem de instrução” com oficiais estrangeiros convidados para participar da missão.

A fragata Libertad realiza este tipo de viagem, complementar à instrução da Escola Naval e destinada a complementar a formação cultural de futuros oficias, desde 1963, informou a Marinha brasileira.

Read more: http://www.naval.com.br/blog/#ixzz2A3wIGzPl

Uma consequência da bancarrota Argentina. E sem fim à vista.

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Uma consequência da bancarrota Argentina. E sem fim à vista.

Se isto é uma embarcação militar, a situação é claramente um acto hostil e contrário à leis maritimas. Se calhar, atendendo ao calote que as falencias gigantes nos USA deixaram em tantos investidores por esse mundo fora, porque não colocar uns processos nos países onde os PA's americanos fazem escala? De preferencia em países conhecidos pelas suas sólidas instituições, tipo o Gana, onde uns milhares no bolso do juiz e ele até se sentencia a si mesmo à morte...... Seria giro ver um Stennis da vida apreendido......

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An artist’s impression of a firing from the mast-mounted, retractable missile launcher and (inset) a live firing of a Mistral short-range anti-aircraft missile. (DGA photo)

DCNS Innovates with a New Weapon System for Submarines: Anti-Aircraft Defense
   
   
(Source: DCNS; issued Oct. 26, 2012)
 
   
   (Issued in French only; unofficial translation by defense-aerospace.com)

PARIS --- Submarines currently have no option but to run away when faced with torpedoes launched by helicopters and maritime patrol aircraft. Thanks to new defense systems jointly developed by DCNS and MBDA, however, they will be able to force attacking aircraft to change their tactics and to maintain a stand-off distance.

DCNS is now offering a new weapon system, available in two distinct versions, which will allow navies to protect their submarines from aerial threats.

Mast-mounted self-defense system

This variant has been designed for integration into the submarine’s sail. It is comprised of a telescopic mast carrying a small turret containing several Mistral short-range, IR-guided missiles.

Self-defense system fitted to an UUV

This variant, launched from the submarine’s torpedo tube, consists of an unmanned underwater vehicle containing a MICA medium-range air-intercept missile.

Both systems are integrated into the submarines SUBTICS combat management system, thus guaranteeing the weapons’ overall performance, from target designation to missile launch and to target interception.


DCNS is a world leader in naval defence and an innovative player in energy. The Group’s success as an advanced technology company with global reach is built on meeting customer needs by deploying exceptional know-how and unique industrial resources. DCNS designs, builds and supports submarines and surface combatants. It also proposes services for naval shipyards and bases. The Group employs 13,000 people and generates annual revenues of €2.6 billion.

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   http://www.defense-aerospace.com/articl ... ines.html#

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Uma consequência da bancarrota Argentina. E sem fim à vista.

Connosco vai acontecer o mesmo. É uma questão de tempo.

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Germany agrees to sell submarines to Egypt despite Israeli opposition


    Tuesday, 04 December 2012 14:05



The German government has agreed to sell its Egyptian counterpart two Type-209 submarines in the face of Israeli opposition to the deal. The sale is expected to net Germany around €700 million (more than $913 million).

Der Spiegel reported on Monday that Berlin agreed to supply Egypt with two of what are the most powerful diesel submarines in the world, each weighing between 1,100 and 1,400 tons. The German newspaper noted that Germany's move has created tension with the Israeli government.

According to Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle, Germany cannot tie itself to Israel's position regarding arms sales to Middle East countries. Israel is keen to ensure that its own navy maintains superior capabilities to Egypt's and has tried to block the sale.

http://www.middleeastmonitor.com/news/m ... opposition

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MLU ás Meko da Nova Zelândia

Upgrade for NZDF Frigates
   
   
(Source: New Zealand Ministry of Defence; issued Dec. 11, 2012)
 
 
   
   Tenders will be sought to upgrade the self-defence and sensor capabilities of the Royal New Zealand navy frigates HMNZS Te Kaha and HMNZS Te Mana, Defence Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman announced today.

“The frigates are a vital part of our Defence Force but the weapons and sensor systems were designed in the late 1980s and require a mid-life upgrade,” said Dr Coleman.

Cabinet has approved a Detailed Business Case and a Request for Tender will be issued by the Ministry of Defence early next year.

The project aims to replace the hardware and software of the Combat Management Systems on the ships, modernise radars and sensors, and replace the self defence missile systems.

“This will address issues of obsolescence with the ships technology as well as ensuring the vessels are a credible capability which can operate in the South Pacific and wider Asia Pacific region” said Dr Coleman.

“The Defence White Paper 2010 identified the ANZAC frigates would require an upgrade by 2017 to address obsolescence, surveillance systems, and anti-missile protection. The government is delivering on the White Paper,” said Dr Coleman.

The ANZAC frigates’ propulsion and close-in weapon systems have already been upgraded. The next tier of work would effectively complete a mid-life upgrade ensuring another 15 years’ service life.

“No funding commitment has yet been made. Only after going to market through an open and competitive tender process will the government consider making its investment decision,” said Dr Coleman.

Cabinet is likely to further consider the project in the latter half of next year, and once the commercially sensitive tender process is completed give an indication on costs.

The project will be funded by a combination of depreciation and savings from within existing baselines and will require no further money.

Background

--What is the naval Combat Force?
•Our Naval Combat Force consists of the two frigates, HMNZS Te Kaha and HMNZS Te Mana, with Seasprite helicopters. The frigates were introduced into service in 1997 and 1999 respectively, with an expected life of about 30 years. They are multi-purpose, medium-size surface combat ships.

-- Why do the frigates need to be upgraded?
•It is common for military platforms that are in service for 30 years to require a mid-life upgrade. The frigates are approaching that point. Most of their hardware and electronic systems are 15 years old and use 20 year old architecture. The costs of maintenance are rising sharply with age.

-- Where have we deployed the frigates?
•In their 15 years of service, the frigates have steamed over 500,000 nm and been deployed the world over on joint exercises, military diplomacy and operational roles.

Major deployments include East Timor (1999), the Arabian Gulf (1999 and 2008), Solomon Islands (2000-2001), and the Gulf of Oman (2002-2004).

-- What do the frigates offer the Government relative to other assets like the Offshore Patrol Vessels?
•The frigates are purpose-built naval combatants. The main point of difference between them and the Offshore Patrol Vessels, apart from size and armament, is their ability to operate in a threat area due to survivability and the greater range of tasks they can perform.

•The frigates are designed and equipped to operate in environments where military threats exist or could develop at short notice and where non-combat ships (such as our Offshore Patrol Vessels and HMNZS Canterbury) cannot go unless protected by an ANZAC frigate.

-- What have we upgraded on the frigates already?
•A number of decisions have already been made which in total represent the mid-life upgrade of the ANZAC frigates, including:
-◦Platform systems upgrade (2007): replacement of the main engines and propulsion system, the heating/cooling and an upgrade to the control systems.
-◦Close in Weapon System (CIWS) upgrade (2007): CIWS is a high capacity machine gun that is capable of defeating short-range weapons and small attack craft.

-- What is the next step?
•The Ministry of Defence will issue a Request for Tender early next year for the lead contractor, supply of components and other items as required to deliver the upgrade.

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http://www.defense-aerospace.com/articl ... gates.html

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Cinco astilleros compiten con Navantia en la licitación del buque logístico para la Armada noruega

Miércoles 09 de Enero de 2013 09:22

Navantia compite con cinco astilleros por la construcción de un barco logístico para la Armada de Noruega, según informa hoy la Voz de Galicia.  La Marina del país habría confirmado al diario gallego que, además de los astilleros españoles, aspiran a adjudicarse la construcción las compañías: Bergen Group, Hyundai Heavy Industries y Daewoo, ambos de Corea del Sur, DCNS de Francia y la italiana Fincantieri.

El pasado 4 de enero concluía el  plazo para la presentación de ofertas, esperándose para  el mes de marzo la resolución del concurso y a partir de abril la etapa de negociación del contrato, que se firmará si se cumplen las previsiones, en junio o julio. El ganador fabricará en sus propios astilleros el buque, no exigiendo la licitación la construcción en el país nórdico.

Tras rechazar las ofertas de Bergen Group, Hyundai y la alemana, P+S Werften, Noruega dejaba el concurso desierto el pasado año. En la actual licitación , según la Voz de Galicia, Noruega rebajó considerablemente la lista de medios convocados  e incluso  dejó fuera a la alemana P+S Werften. La Marina nórdica mantiene el mismo presupuesto para la compra del buque -160 millones de euros- pero ha rebajado las características exigidas.

http://www.defensa.com/index.php?option ... Itemid=186

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RI to Purchase Three Frigates from Britain
17 Jan 2013 10:15:55| News in English | Penulis : Supervisor
Jakarta - The Indonesian government, through the ministry of defense will purchase three multi-role light frigates from Britain, Defense Minister Purnomo Yusgiantoro said.

"The purchase of the armament system from Britain will include the transfer of technology (TOT) so that Indonesia would be able to develop the same system," Purnomo said after receiving British Defense Minister Philip Hammond here on Wednesday.

The Indonesian defense minister has yet to decide when the purchase will be realized because it is still in the planning stage.

He said that Indonesia would send a team first to look at the sea ship's specification.

Purnomo said that the courtesy call made by Minister Philip Hammond at his office was part of the efforts to strengthen relations of both nations which had been well established since a long time ago.

The visit was to follow up the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by Indonesia and Britain in London on November 1, 2012.

In the meantime, Deputy Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin said the meeting between the two defense ministers was held to strengthen the two nations' cooperation in the defense sector, which covered among others the purchase of armament system and military exercises.

He said that in 2013 a total of Rp81 trillion of budget was allocated for the Indonesian defense ministry.

http://www.antarajatim.com/lihat/berita ... om-britain

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NDLO and Navantia Sign A Life Cycle Support Contract
   
   
(Source: Navantia; issued June 26, 2013)
 
 
   
   On 26th June, NDLO and Navantia have signed in Bergen a “Follow on Technical Support” for the maintaining and life support works of the F-310 class frigates built by Navantia, during the next 3 years.

The contract has been signed by the Head of NDLO Naval Systems, Rear Admiral Morten Jacobesen and the Chairman of Navantia, José Manuel Revuelta.

The F-310 class frigates contract, signed on 23rd. June 2000, has been a technological and operational success. The ships, equipped with the AEGIS Combat System, have proven their capabilities in international missions integrated with other first class Navies and have provided the Royal Norwegian Navy with the antisubmarine and anti-air warfare, according to high requirements from NDLO.

The program of construction is considered successfully ended and the offset program is totally accomplished, which means this contract has generated positive industrial and commercial exchange that has enforced the relationship between Norway and Spain, and especially between Navantia and NDLO. The positive closure of the building contract and the excellent relationship has been essential for the formalization of this contract.

With the signing of this long term contract, Navantia will put at the disposal of NDLO and RnoN all its knowledge, capacity, resources and the experience accumulated in the design and maintenance of this type of vessels for the Spanish Navy and other Navies around the world.

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Puesta de quilla de uno de los dos buques multipropósito de la Clase Makassar para la Marina de Guerra del Perú



En los astilleros del Servicio Industrial de la Marina (SIMA-PERU) se realiza hoy la ceremonia de entrega de seis patrulleras de costa de la Clase MGP-2000 para la Dirección General de Capitanías y Guardacostas (DICAPI) y dos Lanchas de Servicio de Práctico (LSP), así como la puesta de quilla de uno de los Buque Multipropósito de la Clase Makassar. Este último, forma parte del Programa de Recuperación de Capacidades del SIMA, que prevé en los próximos años la construcción de un Buque Escuela a Vela y diez Patrulleras Marítimas, así como dos Buques Multipropósito. Estas construcciones, además de la transferencia tecnológica favor del país, generarán unos 3.500 puestos de trabajo y beneficiarán de manera indirecta a un importante número de pequeñas y medianas empresas.

Las ceremonias contarán con la asistencia del presidente de la República, Ollanta Humala, del ministro de Defensa, Pedro Cateriano y del comandante general de la Marina, Almirante Carlos Tejada Mera, así como de altos mandos de las Fuerzas Armadas.



Los Buques Multipropósito de la Clase Makassar - diseñados por el astillero Dae Sun Shipbuilding & Engineering Co. Ltd. (empresa con la que se firmó un Memorándum de Entendimiento en octubre 2012), tienen una eslora de 122 m, manga de 22 m. y un calado de 5 m. Su desplazamiento máximo es de aproximadamente 7.300  toneladas a plena carga. La propulsión es del tipo CODAD (Combined Diesel and Diesel) conformada por dos motores MAN B&W 9L28/32A de 2.666 BHP por lo que alcanzan velocidades de más de 16 nudos. El alcance es de 14,000 millas náuticas. Dispondran de una cubierta de vuelo para 2 helicópteros medianos y un hangar para acomodar uno del tipo UH-3 o SH-3D Sea King. Una cubierta inundable le permitirá transportar y desplegar dos lanchas de desembarco del tipo LCU (Landing Craft Unit) de 23 m. o 14 vehículos anfibios. La tripulación nominal será de 126 efectivos (14 oficiales y 112 especialistas) y podrá albergar a 450 infantes de marina. El armamento – de acuerdo a información extraoficial - estaría conformado por un cañón Oto Melara de 76/62 mm. Compatto y dos montajes Breda-Bofors 40/L70 de 40 mm. Se espera que las dos unidades programadas entren en servicio en 2015.



Respecto a las Patrulleras de Costa (PC) de la Clase MGP-2000 (Clase Zorritos), tienen una eslora de 12,20 m, una manga de 4,20 m. y un puntal de 1,85 m; siendo su desplazamiento de apenas 5 toneladas. La propulsión está a cargo de dos motores diesel Caterpillar 3208-TA de 550 HP, que les confieren una velocidad máxima de 25 nudos y una autonomía de 500 millas. La tripulación la conforman 4 efectivos y están armadas con una ametralladora M-60 de 7.62 x 51 mm o bien una Browning M-2HB de 12.7 mm. En cambio, las Lanchas de Servicio de Practico (LSP) – denominadas Grumete Mantilla (LSP-180) y Aguilar (LSP-181) – tienen una eslora de 15 m, manga de 4,9 m. y una eslora de 0,9 m, estimándose su desplazamiento entre 4 y 5 ton. La propulsión corre por cuenta de un motor Caterpillar C18 Rating B de 671 HP por lo que desarrollan una velocidad de 23 nudos. La tripulación es de 2 efectivos.


Montaje Bofors de 40mm (Foto Referencial)


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