Steel cutting for Pakistan navy OPV

Scheduled for delivery in delivery in February and August 2024, the two Damen OPV 2600 multi-mission patrol vessels follow the delivery of two OPV 2300s – known to the Pakistan navy as the Yarmook class – in February and November of 2020.

The patrol vessels will enhance the navy’s search and rescue capability, and allow it to play an important role in safeguarding international trade routes from piracy and other threats in the Indian Ocean. The ships are equipped for extended range and performance and benefit from advanced communication systems, reports Damen.

The initial order for construction of two OPVs was awarded to Damen by the Islamic Republic of Pakistan’s Ministry of Defense Production following the completion of a bidding process in which Damen’s design and construction proposal was found to be the most suited for Pakistan’s maritime needs.