Fincantieri today held the handover ceremony of the MPCS (Multipurpose Combat Ship/PPA) KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 ship to the Indonesian Navy at its shipyard in Muggiano (La Spezia).
The event underlined the industrial and strategic cooperation between Italy and Indonesia in the field of maritime defense. The ceremony was attended by Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of the Indonesian Navy; HE Prof. Dr. Junimart Girsang, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to Italy; and Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto, chief of the Italian Navy. On behalf of Fincantieri, CEO and General Manager Pierroberto Folgiero and General Manager of the Military Ships Division Eugenio Santagata were present.
The delivery of the KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 follows that of her sister ship, the KRI Brawijaya-320, which was handed over in July, completing the delivery of the two Fincantieri-built units.
Together the PPAs now form the largest and most advanced combat assets of the Indonesian Navywhich significantly strengthens its capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.
According to the company, the two ships represent a strategic element for regional stability and the protection of Indonesia’s national interests, while consolidating the long-standing partnership between Fincantieri and the Indonesian Ministry of Defense.
Technical characteristics – MPCS / PPA
The PPA is an extremely versatile ship, designed to perform a wide range of missions including first-line combat operations, maritime patrol, search and rescue and civil protection activities.
The platform also enables the deployment of fast RHIB (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat) boats via a side crane or a ramp at the rear.
- Total length: 143 meters
- Maximum speed: more than 31 knots
- Staffing: 171 people
Propulsion: combined diesel and gas turbine system (CODAG), with integrated electric propulsion
With the induction of the KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321, the Indonesian Navy takes an important step in modernizing its surface ship fleet, increasing its range, operational flexibility and readiness for high-intensity missions in the regional maritime domain.
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