Saab to provide SAS for RAN patrol vessels
Saab has been awarded a contract by Luerssen Australia to supply the Situational Awareness System (SAS) for the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN's) new Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV), Saab announced on 20 April.
A total of 12 new ships will be delivered as part of the RAN's OPV programme.
The SAS is based on Saab’s 9LV combat management system. The OPV will also incorporate Saab’s EOS 500 electro-optical fire control director.
Contracts will be placed with local firms to fabricate selected components of the SAS including command consoles and computer cabinets.
Andy Keough, managing director for Saab Australia, said: ‘Saab Australia is pleased to receive this order from Luerssen Australia.
'This is also an important step towards system commonality for the navy, with 9LV installed, or contracted for delivery, across four classes of ship. The development work being undertaken by Saab in Australia will also support export opportunities and position us well for future maritime projects.’
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