Turkish Navy tracks the MEKO frigate evolution
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The Turkish Naval Forces' modernization started with the acquisition of eight MEKO 200TN frigates. Its multipurpose modularized warship concept is recognized as having been the most successful surface combatant export line since the 1980. The concept embraces a flexible methodology for the installation of weapon, electronic and major ship's service equipments in the form of standardized modules and common interfaces. The initial order of eight vessels have evolved through three distinct design iterations, namely, Track I, Track IIA and Track IIB. The latest Track IIB ship, called TCG Kemalreis, waas delivered in Apr 2000.
Publication Name: Jane's Navy International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0144-3194
Year: 2000
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Singapore's navy steps up its search for stealth advantage
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The Republic of Singapore Navy is pushing ahead with its plans to replace its six 45m Sea Wolf missile boats with a new class of four to six stealth corvettes. Sources say project definition studies have already been completed and that the new corvettes will be significantly bigger for enhanced seakeeping capability. Shipbuilders from the US, France and Sweden are competing for the contract.
Publication Name: Jane's Navy International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0144-3194
Year: 1999
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New Bangladesh frigate commissioned
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The BNS Bangabandhu frigate has been commissioned into the Bangladeshi Navy. The frigate, built by Daewoo Shipbuilding, is the most modern ship in the fleet and carries a stable of anti-aircraft, anti-ship and anti-submarine weaponry.
Publication Name: Jane's Navy International
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0144-3194
Year: 2001
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