Marinha da Austrália

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Australia define su futuro programa para Submarinos.

Quiere unos 12 SSK AIP Oceanicos de ultima generacion con capacidad de ataque a tierra

Menciona los S80 como candidatos.

http://www.defenseindustrydaily.com/Aus ... nes-05917/

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Problems continue for Collins Class Submarines

Design flaws cripple $6b sub fleet




Defence Minister John Faulkner has admitted major problems with Australia's $6 billion fleet of Collins Class submarines have left only two of the six vessels currently operational.
In a frank speech delivered to an international navy conference in Sydney, Senator Faulkner said there were serious problems with the submarines arising from the design and manufacturing process.
The latest crippling manufacturing problem came on Monday when the generator on the HMAS Farncomb failed, and Senator Faulkner says a number of faults are so serious the fleet faces restrictions.
"The availability of the Collins Class submarines has been less than optimal," he said.
"We've faced a number of unanticipated problems arising from issues with the design and manufacturing process.
"It's true to say that the complex and sophisticated nature of modern submarines adds to the challenge of design and manufacture."
Senator Faulkner says he is still waiting for advice on whether the electrical fault on HMAS Farncomb will be a problem across the whole fleet.
"At this stage I don't know the answer to that question. Obviously it's a question ... that I've asked," he said.
"What I have said, and let me repeat it to you, the generator failure in HMAS Farncomb is a result of a manufacturing fault. As a result of that it is a matter of genuine concern in relation to our submarine fleet.
"It's a serious issue. I don't underplay it. The challenge is to fix it and get on with it and ensure that our submarine fleet is able to operate at an appropriate level."

Overseas help


Senator Faulkner would not comment on the efficiency of ASC, the Adelaide-based government-owned builder and maintainer of the submarines.
But he did say the Government would consult an overseas-based company to look at the problems.
"One of the steps we are taking as we consider the requirements of Australia's future submarine capability, and how best to deliver that capability, is the contracting of the US-based Rand Corporation to examine the nature of the required design capability," he said.
"We'll be receiving their analysis and findings shortly."
It has been reported that just one sub is currently operational, but Senator Faulkner is more optimistic.
"In South Australia there are three submarines - Rankin, Sheehan and Dechaineux. In Western Australia there are the other three submarines in the fleet - Collins, Farncomb and Waller," he said.
"I'm being advised by Chief of Navy that Collins and Waller are available for sea."

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...27/2802795.htm

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Navantia Cuts Steel for the Second LHD for the Australian Navy


(Source: Navantia; issued February 2, 2010)



On 2nd February Navantia has started the construction of the second of two LHDs for the Australian Navy that will be named “Adelaide”, by cutting the first steel. The cut of steel started at 12:00 in the facilities of Fene, where the workers got a 3.5 tonnes piece, belonging to deck number 6 of the ship.

This milestone was first programmed for 23rd. March, but the Fene-Ferrol shipyard has managed to start it 7 weeks ahead of schedule.

This contract was signed on 9th. October 2007 in Melbourne and includes the design and construction of 2 LHDs, as well as the engines and the integrated platform control system. Navantia and the Australian shipbuilder, BAE Systems Australia Defense, will take on the building work of both ships, with the tasks being shared approximately 80% - 20%, respectively.

The design of these ships is based in the LHD “Juan Carlos I”, currently under construction for the Spanish Navy, and was selected over the French company Armaris offer, because it completely fitted the Royal Australian Navy requirements.

These are multipurpose ships, capable of developing different missions, not only military missions, but also humanitarian aid to civil population.

Main characteristics of these ships are:
-- Length overall: 230.82 m
-- Maximum breath: 32 m
-- Height to flight deck: 27.5 m
-- Design draught: 7.18 m
-- Speed at full load: 20.5 knots
-- Range: + than 6,000 nm
-- Crew: 243 people (+ 36 additional)
-- Embarked forces: 978 people (+146 additional)

As far as the ship’s cargo capacity is concerned, it is worth noting among other aspects that it has a 990 sq. m. hangar, a 1,165 sq. m. dock, a 4,750 sq. m. flight deck and 3,290 sq. m. of garage space.

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Reputation of Collins class subs takes a further dive
DAN OAKES DEFENCE CORRESPONDENT
February 11, 2010

TWO of Australia's six trouble-wracked Collins class submarines will not return to sea until they have been of action for a total of at least nine years.

The revelation is another blow to the reputation of Australia's multi-billion dollar submarine fleet, which has been dogged by problems since HMAS Collins was launched in 1996.

It was also revealed yesterday that the federal government is demanding $5 million in compensation from the Australian Submarine Corporation over defects that have kept HMAS Collins incapacitated.

Under the contract with the government, which is worth $170 million a year to the corporation, that is the maximum compensation payable, a senate estimates committee heard.

Questioned by the Coalition defence spokesman, David Johnston, the Chief of Navy, Russ Crane, admitted that HMAS Rankin had been inoperable for two years and would be for another three years. Similarly, the sister ship HMAS Sheean had been laid up for two years and would not put to sea for another two years, Vice-Admiral Crane said.

HMAS Farncomb was recalled to port last week after a generator failure, while HMAS Collins is on restricted operations because of problems with its diesel engine.

Of the remaining two submarines, HMAS Dechaineux is undergoing maintenance and is supposed to be operational next month, while HMAS Waller is the only operational submarine, and will set sail tomorrow from the HMAS Sterling naval base in Western Australia.

Vice-Admiral Crane said the navy hoped to have three operational submarines in the water by mid-year, with HMAS Collins slated to set sail with HMAS Farncomb's crew in May.
http://www.smh.com.au/national/reputati ... -nsd0.html

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Australia’s future Air Warfare Destroyers are derived from the Spanish Navy’s F101 frigate design, whose lead ship, Alvaro de Bazan, is seen here. (US Navy photo)

Construction of Air Warfare Destroyers Underway


(Source: Australian Department of Defence; issued April 15, 2010)

Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Materiel and Science, announced today that full production of Australia’s three Hobart-Class Air Warfare Destroyers (AWD) is now underway.

In a ceremony at the BAE Systems shipyard in Melbourne, Mr Combet announced that full production of hull blocks has now commenced at three shipyards: ASC in Adelaide, BAE Systems in Melbourne and Forgacs in Newcastle.

“More than 500 people are now working on building hull blocks for the AWDs, and this will grow to a total workforce in the three shipyards of over 1,000 people,” said Mr Combet.

“Overall, more than 3,000 people will be working to build these warships around Australia and importantly, about 200 apprentices will join the project in the next few years.

“Each ship will be made up of 31 blocks fabricated at the three shipyards. The construction of each ship will require 51 kilometres of piping, 427 kilometres of electrical cable, 4,700 tonnes of steel, 138,000 litres of paint, 4,700 mechanical valves and 1.5 million fasteners.

“By mid-2011, completed hull blocks will begin to arrive in Adelaide for consolidation into the complete warship at the Government of South Australia’s Common User Facility.

“Successful completion of pilot fabrication work and production readiness reviews has finalised the transition of the project from detailed design into full production of the ships.

“This is an important milestone for this national project, and I wish to congratulate everyone involved in helping us reach this point,” Mr Combet said.

The project is on track to deliver the first AWD, HMAS Hobart, in December 2014. HMAS Brisbane is scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2016 and HMAS Sydney in mid 2017. (ends)



AWD Construction Commences in Victoria, NSW and South Australia


(Source: ASC; issued April 15, 2010)



Construction of Australia’s air warfare destroyer (AWD) capability is underway, with three Australian shipyards simultaneously building destroyer blocks.

Adelaide-based ASC, shipbuilder for the AWD Project, has congratulated its block subcontractors - BAE Systems (Williamstown, Victoria) and FORGACS (Newcastle, New South Wales) - for commencing their build programs on time.

ASC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Steve Ludlam said the simultaneous construction of AWD blocks in multiple Australian shipyards reflected a truly national commitment to building the three AWDs.

“A critical part of ASC’s AWD bid in 2005 was to share block construction with other companies across Australia that have the capability to build blocks for three AWDs,” Mr Ludlam said.

“This vision is now a reality with shipyards in South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales simultaneously building blocks for the largest defence project in the nation’s history.”

ASC has subcontracted the construction of 65 blocks to BAE Systems and FORGACS over the life of the AWD Project. ASC will build 28 blocks, and integrate and consolidate all 93 blocks into three next generation warships.

ASC will undertake its own fabrication and construction of ship blocks in its dedicated AWD shipyard, which was officially opened in January 2010.

The $120 million shipyard will also be home to the assembly of the AWDs (including handling and transport), outfitting work, set-to-work of equipment and systems, and trial activities.

AWD BLOCKS

The AWDs will be constructed using the block build method.

Thirty per cent of the blocks will be constructed by ASC at its Osborne, South Australia shipyard with the other 70 per cent to be built by BAE Systems in Williamstown, Victoria and FORGACS in Newcastle, New South Wales.

The blocks constructed off site will be transported by sea to Adelaide for block erection and integration by ASC.

Blocks will average 15 metres by 12 metres by 9 metres, and weigh around 200 tonnes each.


ASC (formerly known as Australian Submarine Corporation) is the nation’s last remaining Australian-owned prime defence contractor. The company constructed the Collins Class submarines and today delivers design, upgrade and maintenance services for the submarines through-life. ASC is also the shipbuilder of Australia’s next generation warships – the Hobart Class air warfare destroyers. ASC employs over 1,600 personnel in South Australia and Western Australia, including 280 engineering and technical specialists.

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New Naval Combat Helicopter Tender Release


(Source: Australian Department of Defence; issued April 28, 2010)

The Minister for Defence, Senator John Faulkner today announced that the Defence Materiel Organisation has released project solicitation documents to the United States Navy and Australian Aerospace for the supply of a new naval combat helicopter under Defence Capability Plan project AIR 9000 Phase 8.

Under this project, the Government will acquire sufficient helicopters to provide at least eight helicopters concurrently embarked on ships at sea, which under the White Paper requires a fleet of 24 helicopters.

Senator Faulkner said that “The new naval combat helicopter will enhance the Royal Australian Navy’s ability to conduct a range of maritime combat and other operations, including anti-submarine and surface warfare.”

As announced by the Government in February 2010, the new helicopter will be either the Sikorsky-Lockheed Martin built MH-60R sourced through the United States Navy, or the NATO Helicopter Industries NH90 NFH sourced through Australian Aerospace.

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“The competition to select a new helicopter has commenced on schedule ahead of a final decision about the new helicopter in 2011” Senator Faulkner said. “The release of tender documents now is in line with the schedule determined by the Government when it considered the project for First Pass Approval in February of this year.”

The Minister for Defence Materiel and Science, Greg Combet, said “This marks the transition of Project AIR 9000 Phase 8 to a formal competitive solicitation phase.”

“A competitive process is consistent with the Kinnaird and Mortimer procurement reforms,” Mr Combet said. “It will allow the companies to offer innovative solutions that satisfy the capability, cost and schedule requirements and detail what opportunities they will offer local industry.”

Senator Faulkner said that any decision Government makes in 2011 will take into account all relevant considerations including capability, cost, interoperability with other ADF capabilities, Australian industry opportunities, risk and value for money.

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[luis F. Silva]

Acho mesmo que os Aussies não sabem o que fazer ao dinheiro

[WalterGaudério]

Acho mesmo que os Aussies não sabem o que fazer ao dinheiro

Perfeito, acho isso à muito tempo..., todos os programas relevantes tocados por eles atrasam e estouram o orçamento. Mas esse caso dos Sub Collins é coisa para ser estudada de fato.

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Comandantes Australianos avisados para tirar o pé do acelerador...

Navy ships told 'go slow' to save money


NAVY captains have been ordered to reduce their ships' operating speed as part of a penny-pinching policy.
Ships' menus are also being standardised and the number of days spent at sea cut as part of a plan that aims to save $2.5 billion in the coming decade.

"When ships are operating normally, commanding officers are expected to operate them at the most economical speed," a navy spokesman said.

At the same time, the RAN has been forced to beg the New Zealand navy for places on board the multi-role ship Canterbury for 89 officer trainees and seven staff because the amphibious transport ships HMAS Manoora and HMAS Kanimbla are laid up in Sydney Harbour with huge mechanical and structural problems.

http://www.news.com.au/national/navy-sh ... 5945906394

[saullo]

Puxa, a Austrália está pagando corrida de táxi pra Nova Zelândia e usando controlador de velocidade nos navios. Sinal de tempos estranhos.

Abraços

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Também reduzindo os dias de navegação...

É, o Afeganistão tem de ir buscar dinheiro a algum lado...

[manuel.liste]

Botadura del buque anfibio Camberra de la armada de Australia en el astillero Navantia de Ferrol (España):



Esta misma semana se podrá la quilla de su gemelo, el Adelaide

[irlan]

Oque o pessoal tem a dizer sobre a F100?, dizem que a jóia da coroa é o radar dele(pelo menos foi oque eu li aqui no fórum).

[LeandroGCard]

Acho mesmo que os Aussies não sabem o que fazer ao dinheiro

Perfeito, acho isso à muito tempo..., todos os programas relevantes tocados por eles atrasam e estouram o orçamento. Mas esse caso dos Sub Collins é coisa para ser estudada de fato.

Percebe porque eu vivo dizendo que é péssima política encomendar grandes séries de navios, principalmente se forem de um novo projeto? E porque fico contente que a encomenda do SNB por enquanto seja de um só?


Leandro G. Card

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Navantia has launched the first of two new amphibious ships for the RAN; its superstructure will be added in Australia and it will be delivered in 2014. (Aus DoD photo)

LHD Launch Paves the Way for Amphibious Transformation


(Source: Australian Department of Defence; issued Feb. 18, 2011)

The hull of the first of the Royal Australian Navy’s two new amphibious ships has been launched in Spain, heralding a new era for Australia’s amphibious capability.

Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Russ Crane led the launch and said the event was enormously significant.

“These ships are officially known as Landing Helicopter Docks or LHDs and are the largest the Australian Navy has ever owned,” Vice Admiral Crane said.

LHD01's hull launch was held at the Navantia dockyards at Ferrol in northern Spain with the event having a distinctly Australian feel, as children of Australian diplomats in Spain joined the official delegation, waving Australian flags. A Canberra regional sparkling wine was broken over the Canberra Class ship’s hull. Vicki Coates, wife of the late Rear Admiral Nigel Coates, who commanded the previous HMAS Canberra, was the ‘launch lady’.

Vice Admiral Crane said that with a new generation in technology would come a new way of thinking in terms of how Navy would operate and crew this new capability.

“We are well progressed in our planning for the LHD arrival. I am confident we will have the people and the knowhow by the time the first LHD comes on line. Most importantly for now, this project is on time and on budget.”

Both ships will be based at Garden Island in Sydney. Crewed by all three services, the LHD will mark a significant strengthening of the ADF’s amphibious capability and tri-service culture.

First of class, HMAS Canberra (LHD01) will arrive in Victoria next year where it will be fitted out before being accepted into service in 2014 with sister ship HMAS Adelaide (LHD02) to follow the year after. (ends)


Launch of the First LHD Ship for Australia


(Source: Navantia; issued Feb. 17, 2011)


(Issued in Spanish; unofficial translation by defense-aerospace.com)



The “Canberra” received its first seawater christening in Ferrol, in the presence of the chief of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Adm. Russell Crane.

Today at 15:46 hours, at its facility in Ferrol, Navantia launched the first of two amphibious ships for the Royal Australian Navy. Attending were Mrs. Vickie Coates, the ship’s godmother, the commander of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Adm. Russell Crane, and representatives of the Commonwealth of Australia, BAE Systems and Navantia, including its new managing director, Luis Cacho Quesada.

Construction of this ship, which was launched two months earlier than scheduled, began with the first metal cut on Sept. 23, 2008, followed by laying of its keel 12 months later, on Sept. 23, 2009. This early launch will provide additional time for its fitting out and its sea trials, in the summer of 2012, after which the hull will be transported to Australia for completion and handover by BAE Systems Australia in Williamstown.

The contract for these two amphibious ships was awarded on Nov. 23, 2007 in Melbourne; they will be handed over to the customer in 2014 and 2015.

The design of the Australian LHDs is derived from that of the “Juan Carlos I,” delivered by Navantia to the Spanish navy last year. (ends)

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