Combat Fleets Of The World

Future of the U.S Amphibious & Auxiliary Fleet's

2012-01-21T11:30:00.011+01:00

Always strategic for the U.S Fleet...

US AMPHIBIOUS FLEET
+/- 9 LHA/LHD
Up to 3 ? America
(America, others not yet named). 45 000+ tons, 257 meters. Commissioned by 2013+.

8 Wasp
(Wasp, Essex, Kearsage, Boxer, Bataan, Bonhomme Richard, Iwo Jima, Makin Island). 41 000/45 000 tons, 253 meters. Commissioned by 1989/2009, with probably +/- 30+ years of life expected, to be retired by 2019/2039.

The ageing USS Pelelieu (Tarawa class) will be retired soon, by 2012/2013

+/- 10 LPD
11 San Antonio
(San Antonio, New Orleans, Mesa Verde, Green Bay, New York, San Diego, Anchorage, Arlington, Somerset, John.P.Murtha, a last not yet named). 24 000+ tons, 208 meters. Commissioned by 2006/2013.

2 Austin (to be retired soon)
(Denver, Ponces). 9000/17 000 tons, 171 meters. Commissioned by 1968/1971, to be retired very soon, by 2012/2013 and replaced by the last San-Antonio LPD's.

12 (toward 9) LSD
4 Harpers Ferry
(Harpers Ferry, Carter Hall, Oak Hill, Pearl Harbor). 16 000+ tons, 186 meters. Commissioned by 1995/1998.

8 (toward 5) Whidbey Island
(Whidbey Island, Germantown, Fort McHenry, Gunston Hall, Comstock, Tortuga, Rushmore, Ashland). 16 000+ tons, 186 meters. Commissioned by 1985/1992. At least 3 LSD was expected to be prematurely retired from service (Whidbey-Island, Fort-McHenry, Tortuga) by FY-13/14.

Up to 10+ Joint High Speed Vessels
10+ Spearhead
(Spearhead, Choctaw County, Fortitude, Fall River, Resolute, others not yet named). 1500+ tons, 103 meters. To be commissioned by 2012+

Medium/Small Amphibious Crafts
60 to 72 LCAC(X) ?
Expected to replace the progressively ageing/worn-out 1980's-1990's LCAC by late 2010's/2020's

+/- 80 LCAC
(LCAC-01/91). 87/185 tons, 26 meters. Commissioned by 1984/2001. 74 crafts modernised by 2000/2015.

+/- 34 LCU-1600
(hull numbers between 1616-1681). 200/380 tons, 41+ meters. Commissioned by 1959/1987.

6 General Franck R Besson (large LCU, US Army manned)
(Gen Franck S Besson, Harold C Clinger, Gen Brehon B Somervell, Lt Gen William B Bunker, Gen Charles P Gross, James A Loux). 1600/4100 tons, 83+ meters. Commissioned by 1988/1995.

35 LCU-200 (US Army manned)
(LCU-2001/2035). 600/1100+ tons, 53 meters. Commissioned by 1990/1992.

8 LCVP

75 LCPL

72 LCM

US MARINES CORPS (200 000+)
Tanks: 403 M1-A1 Abrams
Recco: 252 LAV-25 Coyotte (included 50 in 81mm mortar version & 95 in TOW version)
Amphibious Armored Vehicles: 1311 AAV-7A1
Artillery (Towed): 331 M-101A1 (105mm); 595 M-198 (155mm); 356+ M-777 (155mm, to replace M-198).
Mortars: 535 M-252 (81mm)
Anti-Tanks Missiles: 1083 TOW; 1650 Predator
Recoiless Guns: 1650 SMAW (83mm); 1114 AT-4 (84mm)
Manpad: FIM-92A Stinger
UAV: 972+ 3D Max Dragon Eye; 100 BQM-147 Exdrone; Some RQ-11 Raven

US MARINES CORPS AVIATION (34 000+)
Aircrafts:
- 44 F/A-18 A Hornet
- 2 F/A-18 B Hornet
- 83 F/A-18 C Hornet
- 94 F/A-18 D Hornet
- 131 AV-8B Harrier II
- 29 EA-6B Prowler (AEW)
- 34 KC-130 J Hercules (tanker)
- 1 C-20 G Gulfstream IV (transport)
- 2 C-9B Nightingale (transport)
- 11 UC-12 B/F Huron (Utility)
- 7 UC-35 C/D Citation (Utility)
- 3 T-34C Turbo Mentor (training)
- 17 TAV-8B Harrier)

Helicopters:
- 139 AH-1 W Cobra
- 6+ AH-1Z Viper
- 5 HH-1N Iroquois (SAR)
- 4 HH-46E Sea Knight (SAR)
- 35 CH-53 D Sea Stallion
- 145 CH-53 E Sea Stallion
- 135 CH-46 E Sea Knight
- 8 VH-60 N (VIP)
- 76 UH-1N Iroquois (Utility)
- 9 UH-1Y Iroquois (Utility)
- 11 VH-3 D Sea King (VIP)
- Up to 360 MV-22 Osprey (planned)

UAV:
- 32 RQ-7B Shadow

US AUXILIARY FLEET & FORCES
14 Lewis & Clark (Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ship)
(Lewis & Clark, Sacagawea, Alan Shepard, Richard E Byrd, Robert E Perry, Amelia Earhart, Carl Brashear, Wally Schirra, Matthew Perry, Charles Drew, Washington Chambers, William Mc Lean, Medgar Evers, Cesar Chavez). 23 000/40 000 tons, 210 meters. Commissioned by 2006/2013.

5 Kilauea (Ammunition Ship)
(Kilauea ???, Flint, Shasta, Mount Baker, Kiska). 10 000/20 000 tons, 171 meters. Commissioned by 1968/1972.

15 Henry J Kaiser (Fleet Replenishment Oilers)
(Henry J Kaiser, John Lenthall, Walter S Diehl, John Ericsson, Leroy Grumman, Kanawha, Pecos, Big Horn, Tippecanoe, Guadalupe, Patuxent, Yukon, Laramie, Rappanhannock, John Humphreys). 31 000/42 000 tons, 206 meters. Commissioned by 1986/1995.

2 Lyness (combat stores ships)
(Spica, Saturn). 10 000/16 000 tons, 159 meters (British late 1960's built). Transferred by early 1980's.

3 Mars (combat stores ships)
(Niagara Falls, Concord, San Jose). 9500/17 000 tons, 177 meters. Commissioned by 1992/1994.

1 Impeccable (ocean surveillance)
(Impeccable). 5300 tons, 85+ meters. Commissioned by 2000.

4 Victorious (ocean surveillance)
(Victorious, Able, Effective, Loyal). 3100/3300 tons, 70 meters. Commissioned by 1991/1993.

1 John Mc Donnell (coastal survey)
(John Mc Donnel). 1300/2200 tons, 63+ meters. Commissioned by 1991.

2 Mercy (hospital ship)
(Mercy, Comfort). 24 000/67 000 tons, 272 meters. Commissioned by 1987.

US CHARTERED MARITIME PREPOSITIONING SHIPS
1 Wheat
(LCPL Roy M Wheat). 50 000 tons, 263 meters (1980's built). Transferred by 2001.

1 Pisenbarger
(A1C Wiliam H Pitsenbarger). 40 000 tons, 189 meters (1980's built). Transferred by 2001.

2 T-AKR
(LTC John U D Page). 74 000+ tons, 289 meters (mid 1980's built). Transferred by 2001.

1 Sea Wolf
((Maj Bernard Fisher). 44 000 tons, 198 meters (1980's built). Chartered by 1999.

1 Neptun 900
(American Tern). 17 300 tons, 158 meters (1990 built). Chartered by 2002.

1 AK
(Capt Steven L Bennet). 59 000 tons, 209 meters (mid 1980's built). Chartered by 1997.

1 St Lt Harry L Martin
(St Lt Harry L Martin). 51 000+ tons, 229 meters (late 1970's built). Chartered by mid 1990's.

1 TSgt John A Chapman
(TSgt John A Chapman). 40 000+ tons, 204 meters (late 1970's built). Chartered by 2002.

5 Lt John P Bobo
(Lt John P Bobo, Dewayne T Williams, Lt Baldomero Lopez, Lt Jack Lummus, Sgt William R Button). 19 000/41 000 tons, 205 meters. Commissioned by 1985/1986.

5 Cpl Louis J Hauge/Jr
(Cpl Louis J Hauge, Pfc William B Baugh, Pfc James Anderson, 1st Lt Alex Bonnyman, Pvt Franklin S Philips). 23 000/49 000 tons, 230 meters. Chartered by mid 1980's

3 Sgt Matej Kocak
(Sgt Matej Kocak, Pfc Eugene A Obregon, Maj Stephen W Pless). 19 000/51 000 tons, 250 meters. Chartered by mid 1980's.

1 Baffin Strait
(Baffin Strait). 7400 tons, 100+ meters (mid 1990's built). Chartered by 2005.

2 Wright (aviation logistic support ships)
(Wright, Curtiss). 12 000/23 000 tons, 183+ meters (1970 built). Converted by 1986/1987.

8 SL-7 fast sealift ships
(Algol, Bellatrix, Denebola, Pollux, Altair, Regulus, Capella, Antares). 29 000/55 000 tons, 288 meters (1970's built). Converted by 1984/1986.

1 T-1 coastal transport tanker
(Montauk). 7000 tons, 109 meters (1999 built). Chartered by 2000

4 Supply (fast combat support ships)
(Supply, Rainier, Artic, Bridge). 20 000/50 000 tons, 229 meters. Commissioned by 1994/1998.

4 Paul Buck transport tankers
(Paul Buck, Samuel L Cobb, Richard G Matthiesen, Lawrence H Gianella). 9000/39 000 tons, 187 meters (1980's built). Commissioned by 1985/1986.

1 TSV-101 (theater logistic Vessel)
(Westpac Express). 101 meters. Chartered by 2001.

2 Samuel Gompers (destroyers tenders)
(Puget Sound, Acadia). 14 000/20 000 tons, 196+ meters. Commissioned by 1968/1981.

1 Zeus (cable ship)
(Zeus). 9000/14 000 tons, 153 meters. Commissioned by 1984.

4 Safeguard (salvage ships)
(Safeguard, Grasp, Salvor, Grapple). 2400+ tons, 77+ meters. Commissioned by 1985/1986.

1 Kellie Chouest (deep submergence rescue tender)
(Kellie Chouest). 1500+ tons, 94 meters. Commissioned/Chartered by 1996.

Harbor & Miscelanous Crafts

Hundreds of Floatting dock, floatting crane, personnal launch, rescue boats, utility boats, barracks barge, oil barges, target rafts & so...

READY RESERVE FORCE MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
Few Cape class
14 000/33 000+ tons, 208 meters.

5 Tombarra (Ro-Ro vehicle cargo)
(Cape Ducato, Cape Douglas, Cape Domingo, Cape Decision, Cape Diamond). 13 000/34 000 tons, 207 meters. Transferred by 1985.

1 Parralla (Ro-Ro vehicle cargo)
(Cape Edmont). 12 000/32 000 tons, 199 meters. Transferred by 1987.

1 Admiral Wm M Callaghan (vehicle cargo)
(Admiral Wm M Callaghan). 13 000/26 000 tons, 211 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1987.

1 Meteor (vehicle cargo)
(Meteor). 9000/21 000 tons, 164 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1985.

1 Comet (vehicle cargo)
(Comet). 7600/18 000 tons, 152 meters (1950's built). Transferred by 1985.

2 C6SMA60d (crane ship)
(Green Mountain State, Beaver State). 11 000/27 000 tons, 193 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1992/1997.

2 C6SMA1xb (crane ship)
(Diamond State, Equality State). 15 000/25 000 tons, 203 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1989.

3 C5S73C (crane ship)
(Gopher State, Flickertail State, Cornhusker State). 15 000/25 000 tons, 185 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1987/1988.

Some Cape Farewell
Uncertain data ?

2 C5S75a (cargo ship)
(Cape Girardeau, Cape Gibson). 9000+/31 000 tons, 184 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1988.

1 C4S1u (cargo ship)
(Cape Jacob). 9000+/22 000 tons, 172 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1980.

2 Chesapeake (tankers)
(Petersburg, Chesapeake). 48 000/65 000 tons, 224 meters (1960's built). Transferred by 1991/1994.

4 Powhatan (Fleet Ocean Tugs)
(Catawba, Navajo, Sioux, Apache). 1300/2200 tons, 69 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1981.

1 Hayes (Acoustic Survey Ships)
(Hayes).

2 Blue Ridge (Command Ship)
(Blue Ridge, Mount Whitney). 18 500+ tons, 190 meters (modified late 1950's LPH hull). Commissioned by 1970/1971, likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

Missile Instrumentation ships
(Invinvible, Howard O Lorenzen).

1 Observation island (Missile Instrumentation ships)
(Observation island). 17 000 tons, 172 meters. Commissioned by 1958.

1 Waters (Navigation test suport ships)
(Waters). 12 200 tons, 139 meters. Commissioned by 1993.

2 Emory S Land (Submarine Tenders)
(Emory S L and, Frank Cable). 9000/ 22 000 tons, 198 meters. Commossioned by 1979.

Survey Ships
(John McDonnel)

7 Pathfinder (Survey Ships)
(Pathfinder, Sumner, Bowditch, Henson, Bruce C Heezen, Mary Sears, Maury). 4700 tons, 100+ meters (the 7th ship "Maury" is a enlarged model). Commissioned by 1994/2012.

I apologize for this "incomplete" review, but I ran out of time to fully achieve it. It will be completed as soon as possible (likely by...late 2012 ...).

Next Fleet Review: Future of the Russian Navy (part 1: combattants ships)...please to be patient...

Future of the Chinese Navy

2011-12-28T09:32:00.010+01:00

Toward the 2nd rank, at full speed !

Cartography:

Of the entire Chinese land aera, only 2,8% were of water (50 000 Rivers/Lakes).
Coastlines: 14,500 km (around 9,010 mi) , 5000 islands. A EEZ of 877,019 km2, and up to another 3,000,000 km2 claimed by China, disputed by others.

Personnal Strenght: 255 000 (included 40 000 conscript)

Up to 1 to 4 ??? Aircraft Carriers
Toward 2 or 3 indigenous carriers ???

Maybe 2 ships already under initial building process ???. All possible informations & rumors circulate around the web (project 080 to 089 ???)...... From 50,000 to 80,000 + tons ship, with none to 4 catapults, with or without nuclear propulsion, in CATOBAR or STOBAR configuration ?. Even though it seems certain that the Chinese have understood that the large (and EXPENSIVE) 80 000+ tons nuclear aircrafts carriers have no future by 2030+......As usual, wait & see...

1 "Shilang"
("Shilang"). 53 000/67 000 tons, 300 meters (former late 1980's russian Varyag CV). Transferred by 2001. To be commissioned by 2012+ and to remain in service at least until late 2020's/early 2030's.

Certainly, the Chinese aim to have a fleet of 3-5 Carriers (but no more). This is sufficient for their future needs...

Up to 8+ (12 ?) AAW Destroyers

Up to 4+ ? Type 052D

Rumors suggest the possible development of a new class of 8000/10 000 Chinese AAW destroyers (Type 052D ?). But it is likely that the Chinese are waiting to see the American decisions on future (2020's-2050's) U.S destroyers (Arleigh Burke Flight III or future DDG (X) ?) before choosing ....WAIT & SEE

Up to 6 Luyang II (Type 052C)
(Lanzhou, Haikou, 4 others currently under construction). 6500+ tons, 153+ meters (Chinese Type 052C). First 2 commissioned by 2004/2005, the second batch of 4 DDG commissioned by 2012/2014, likely to remain in service until mid/late 2030's/early 2040's.

2 Luzhou (Type 051C)
(Shenyang, Shijiazhuang). 7000 tons, 155 meters (Chinese Type 051C, built around the S-300 SAM system). Commissioned by 2006/2007, likely to remain in service until mid 2030's.

+/- 18 Multi-Role Destroyers
2 Luyang I (Type 052B)
(Guangzhou, Wuhan). 5800 tons, 154 meters (Chinese Type 052B). Commissioned by 2004, maybe to receive VLS modernisation by mid/late 2010's ??? (but no sure...), likely to remain in service until early 2030's.

1 Luhai (Type 051B)
(Shenzhen). 6000+ tons, 153 meters (Chinese Type 051B). Commissioned by 1999, likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

2 Luhu (Type 052)
(Harbin, Qingdao). 4800 tons, 148 meters (Chinese Type 052). Commissioned by 1993/1996, likely to remain in service until mid 2020's.

4 Hangzhou/Sovremenny
(Hangzhou, Fuzhou, Taizhou, Ningbo). 7000+ tons, 156 meters (Ex 1980's Russian Sovremenny DDG). Transferred by 1999/2006, likely to remain in service until mid 2020's.

2 Luda-III (Type 051 G1/G2)
(Zhanjiang, Zhuhai). 3500 tons, 132 meters (Chinese Type 051 G1/G2). Commissioned by 1991/1993, likely to be retired by late 2010's.

11 Luda-I/II (Type 051)
(Yinchuan, Xining, Dalian, Nanjing, Hefei, Chongqing, Zunyi, Nanning, Nanchang, Guilin, Kaifeng). 3200+ tons, 132 meters (Chinese Type 051). Commissioned by 1972/1991, now ageing/obsolete DD, all likely to be retired from service in the next few years (by mid 2010's).

Frigates
Up to 12+ ? Jiangkai-III (Type 054B)
Design likely under final stage. With the probable end of the "production line" of type 054A FFG, the first type 054B should appear in the next few years.

15 to 18+ ? Jiangkai-II (Type 054A)

(530 Xuzhou, 529 Zhoushan, 570 Huangshan, 568 Chaohu, 571 Yuncheng, 569 Yulin, 548 Yiyang, 549 Changzhou, 538 Yantai, 546 Yancheng, 550 Siping, maybe 572 & 547 were the 14th & 15th ships currently under completion, maybe few other still in order ?). 4300 tons, 134 meters (Chinese Type 054 A). Commissioned by early 2008+...

2 Jiangkai-I (Type 054)

(Maanshan, Wenzhou). 4300 tons, 134 meters (Chinese Type 054). Commissioned by 2005/2006.

10 Jiangwei-II (Type 053H3)
(Yichang, Jiaxing, Lianyungang, Putian, Sanming, Yulin, Yuxi, Xiangfan, Mianyang, Luoyang). 1900/2400 tons, 112/114 meters (Chinese Type 053H3). Commissioned by 1998/2006, still +/- modern warships, likely to remain in service until late 2010's/early 2020's.

4 Jiangwei-I (Type 053H2G)
(Anqing, Huainan, Huaibei, Tonqing). 1700/2100 tons (Chinese Type 053H2G). Commissioned by 1991/1994. Now progressively ageing & obsolete FFG. Likely to be retired from service by mid/late 2010's.

6 Jianghu-V (Type 053 H1G)
(Zigong, Kangding, Dongguan, Shantou, Jiangmen, Zhaoging). 1400/1700 tons, 103+ meters (Type 053 H1G). Commissioned by 1993/1996. Now ageing & obsolete (hull/weapons) FFG. Likely to be retired from service by mid/late 2010's.

1 Jianghu-IV (Type 053HT-H)
(Siping). 1600/1800 tons, 103+ meters (Chinese Type 053HT-H). Commissioned by 1986. Now renamed "Lushun" and transferred to Chinese Naval Academy as a training ship.

3 Jianghu-III (Type 053HT/H2)
(Huangshi, Wuhu, Cangzhou). 1600/1800 tons, 103+ meters (Chinese 053HT/H2). Commissioned by 1986/1993. Now ageing & obsolete (hull/weapons) FFG. Likely to be retired from service by mid/late 2010's.

5 ? Jianghu-II (Type 053H1)
(Linfen, Shaoguan, Anshun, Zhaotong, Jishou). (Type 053H1). 1400/1700 tons, 103+ meters (Type 053H1). Now fully obsolete (hull/weapons/sensors) FFG, few others FFG already retired from service. Likely to be retired very soon, all by early 2010's.

+/- 8 Jianghu-I (Type 053)
(Nantong, Wuxi, Huauyin, Zhenjiang, Ji'ian, Changzhi, Maoming, Yibin). (Chinese Type 053). 1400/1700 tons, 103+ meters. Now fully obsolete (hull/weapons/sensors) FFG, some already from service. All llikely to be retired very soon, all by early 2010's.

Ageing/Obsolete frigate "Jiujiang (Jianghu-I) converted into a fire support ship, with rockets launchers.

Severals Corvettes
Severals Type 056
+/- 1400 tons, 90 meters (Chinese Type 056 Corvette/OPV). Likely severals units (one or two dozens ?) planned or under construction. These 056 type corvettes are planned to replace the ageing Hainan/Shangai PB's. First type 056 to be commissioned by late 2012+

89 to 109 ? Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
+/- 68 to 80+ Houbei (Type 022)
250 tons, 43+ meters (Type 022/C-14). Real number of crafts completed difficult to find. All commissioned by mid 2000's/early 2010's.

5 to 7 ? Houjian
(770, 771, 772, 773, 774, 775, 776 ?). 540 tons, 65+ meters (Project 520T/037-II). Commissioned by 1991/2001. One ship sunk in accident by 2006.

16 to 22 Houxin
(651, 652, 653, 654, 655, 656, 751, 752, 753, 754, 755, 756, 757, 758, 759, 760, 764, 765, 766, 767, 768, 769). 450+ tons, 62 meters (Type 343M/037-II or 037-IG ?). Commissioned by 1991/2004.

+/- 172 to 193 Patrol Crafts (Mid Shore Patrol Crafts)
78 ? to 97 ? Hainan
(275-285, 290, 302, 305, 609, 610, 618-622, 626-629, 636-687, 689-692, 701, 707, 723-733, 740-742...). 390+ tons, 58+ meters (Type 037). Commissioned by 1964/1995, dozens of crafts already retired from service. The +/- 80 remaining crafts very likely expected to be retired in the following years, by mid 2010's...

17 to 18 Haizhui
(1203-1204, 1208, 1239-1240, 2327-2329, 4339, 4340-4348). 150+ tons, 41 meters (Type 062/062-I). Commissioned by 1992/1998.

35 to 36 Haiqing
(661-614, 631-635, 710-717, 743-744, 761-764, 786-797). 470+ tons, 62+ meters (Type 037-I). Commissioned by 1992/1997.

+/- 40 Shangahi-II
120+ tons, 38+ meters (Type 062). Commissioned by 1962/1988, dozens of crafts already retired from service. The +/- 40 remaining crafts very likely expected to be retired in the following years, by mid 2010's...

2 Haijiu
(693, 697). 450 tons, 62 meters (enlarged Hainan PB). Commissioned by 1987/1995

Up to 6 ? Submarines (SSBN)

Up to 3+ ? (Type 96)
Likely under development, because of weaknesses in the type 094.

2+ Jin (Type 094)
(2 Jin's confirmed, a another third ship uncertain ?? maybe up to 3 others under construction but maybe unlikely ?). 8000/9000 tons (Chinese type 094 SSBN). First two commissioned around 2006/2010. But it seems that these type 094 are noisy. For this, Chinese should not build units "3 to 6" and are already designing the next SSBN (Type 96 ?)

1 Xia (Type 092)
(406). 6500/7000 tons, 120 meters (Chinese type 092 SSBN). Commissioned by 1983-1988. Likely to remain in service at least until late 2010's.

Certainly, the Chinese aim to have a fleet of 4-5 SSBN (but no more). This will be sufficient as a deterrent against the U.S...

5+ Submarines (SSN)
Up to 3+ Type 095
Likely under development, because of weaknesses in the type 093. First Type 095 expected to be commissioned by 2015...

2+ Shang (Type 093)
(2 Shang's confirmed, up to 4 others under construction ?). 6000/7000 tons, (Chinese type 093 SSN). First two commissioned by 2006/2010. But it seems that these type 093 are noisy. For this, Chinese should not build units "3 to 6" and are already designing the next SSBN (Type 95 ?)

3 Han

(403, 404, 405). 4500/5500 tons, 106+ meters (Chinese Type 091 SSN). Commissioned by 1984/1991. 2 first SSN of this class (401/402) already retired from service. The 3 remaining SSN to last until late 2010's.

Certainly, the Chinese aim to have a fleet of 5-6 SSN (but no more). This will be sufficient as a deterrent against the U.S Fleet...

Submarines (SSK)
Up to 1+ Qing (Type 041/041B ?)
Around 4500/6000 tons, 90/95 meters (Maybe Type 041 or 041B ?, likely derived from olders Russian SSK design, maybe used as a SSG or a Weapon/Missiles Trials Submarine ?). Commissioned by 2011, likely to remain in service until late 2030's/early 2040's.

6+ Yuan (Type 039 A/B)
(330, .....). Commissioned by 2006+

Up to 12 Song-III (Type 039G1)
(313, 314, 315, 316, 317, 318, 324, 325, 326, 327, 328, 329). 1700/2100 tons, 76+ meters (Chinese type 039G1 SSK). Commissioned around 2005/2009.

3 Song-II (Type 039G)
(321, 322, 323). 1700/2200 tons, 76+ meters (Chinese type 039G SSK). Commissioned by 2001/2003.

1 Song-I (Type 039)
(320). 1700/2200 tons, 76+ meters (Chinese type 039 SSK). Commissioned by 1999.

6 improved Ming (Type 035B)
(305, 306, 307, 308, 309, 310). 1500/2100 tons, 78 meters (Chinese type 035B, improved Ming). Commissioned by 1998/2001, likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

+/- 12 Ming (Type 053G)
(342, 352, 353, 354, 356, 357, 358, 359, 360, 361, 362, 363). 1500/2100 tons, 76 meters (Chinese type 053G, derived from Russian 1950's Romeo SSK). Commissioned by 1987/1996. Now obsolete SSK, likely to be retired by late 2010's.

10 Kilo-II
(366, 367, 368, 369, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375). 2300/3900 tons, 70/74 meters (Russian 636/636M Kilo SSK). Commissioned by 1997/2007.

2 Kilo-I
(364, 365). 2300/3900 tons, 70/74 meters (Russian 877 EKM Kilo SSK). Commissioned by 1995

3 to 8 Romeo (Type 033)
1300/1700 tons, 76+ meters (Type 033). Commissioned by 1960/1984. Now fully obsolete SSK, only usable as a training sub or floating battery (and maybe for intelligence ops ?). Now longer in service, they must all be disarmed in the coming years, by 2015.

Midget-Submarines, UUV/ROUV/AUV

Existence of severals midget-submarines and dozens of UUV/ROUV/AUV confirmed

Mine-Warfare (One of the major weaknesses of the Chinese fleet)

1 Wozang
(Huoqiu/804). (heavily modified Type 082 Wosao MCM). Commissioned by 2005.

4+ Wochi (Type 081)
(805 ? Zhangjiagang, 810 ? Jingjiang, 839, 840). 575 tons, 55 meters (Chinese Type 081 MCM). Commissioned by 2007+.

1 Wolei
(Wolei). 3100 tons, 93+ meters (Chinese Type 918 Minelayer). Commissioned by 1988.

Up to 5 Wosao
(800, 801, 802, 803, 806). 320 tons, 44+ meters (Chinese Type 082 coastal MCM). Commissioned during 1980's.

Up to 40 ? T-43 s
(364-366, 377-379, 386-389, 396-397, 398-399, 801-803, 807-809, 821-823, 829-832, 853-854, 863, 994-996...). 570 tons, 58+ meters (Chinese type 6610, derived from Russian 1950's T-43 MCM). Commissioned by 1956-late 1980's. Now fully obsolete......but effective ships !...

Futi
(Type 312 mine-sweeping drone).

Large Amphibious Ships
Up to 3+ ? future LHD ?
After the development of the Type 071 LPD (and the need for very versatile larger amphibious ships...). It is certain that the Chinese fleet will build helicopter carriers. Many rumors speak of a type 081 (probably similar to the current European LHD's). 2 or 3 units should be built in the 2010's...WAIT & SEE

Up to 4+ Yuzhao (type 071)

(998, 999, 2 others under construction). +/- 20 000 tons, 210 meters (Chinese Type 071 LPD). Commissioned by 2007+

Medium Amphibious Ships
+/- 7 Yukan (Type 072 LST)
(927, 928, 929, 930, 931, 932, 933). 3100+ tons, 119+ meters (Type 072). Commissioned by around 1978/1982.

10 or 11 Yuting-I (Type 072-II LST)
(908, 909, 910, 934, 935, 936, 937, 939, 940, 941...). 3400/4800 tons, 119+ meters (Type 072-II). Commissioned by 1991/2001.

9 to 12 ? Yuting-II (Type 072 IIA or Type 072 III ? LST)
(911, 912, 913, 992, 993, 994, 995, 996, 997...). 3400+ tons, 130 meters (Type 072 IIA or 072 III ?). Commissioned around 2003/2005.

It is possible that errors on these "Type 072xxx" LST's ...
There are many inconsistencies in the "hull numbers" and related LST models ..... :(

Yudao II/III ? (LSM)
(Type 073 ?). Uncertain data ?

+/- 11 Yudeng/Yunshu IV ? (LSM)
(941, 942, 943, 944, 945, 946, 947, 948, 949, 950, 990). 1400/2000 tons, 87 meters (Type 073A/Type 073-III). Commissioned by 1991/early 2000's.

+/- 10 Yuhai/Wuhu-A (LSM/LCU)
(3111, 3113, 3115, 3116, 3117, 3229, 3244, 7593, 7594, 7595). 800 tons, 58+ meters (Type 074). Commissioned by 1995/2000.

7+ Type 074A (LSM)
(3128, 3129, 3232, 3233, 3234, 3235....). 800 tons, Commissioned by 2005+

+/- 27 Yuliang-I (LSM)
730/850 tons, 53/60 meters (Type 079-I). Commissioned by 1971/1978. Maybe few already retired from service.

4 to 7 ? Yuliang-II (LSM)
(973, 974, 975, 977, 979, 980, 986). 730/850 tons, 53/60 meters (Type 079-II). Commissioned by 1979/1983. Now progressively retired from service, maybe no longer serviceable ?

Yunshu (LSM) ?
Uncertain data ?

Medium & Small Amphibious Ships
10+ Yubei (LCU)
1200 tons, 64 meters. Commissioned by 2004-

+/- 130 Yunan (LCU)
130+ tons, 27+ meters (Type 067). Commissioned by 1968/1992, now many crafts retired from service or in reserve....

10+ Type 726

80/180 tons, 26 meters (Chinese Type 726 LCAC, copy of the US LCAC design). Commissioned by late 2000's.

20 to 30 Type 724 (small LCAC)
Small Chinese Type 724 LCAC. Commissioned by early 1990's.

30 to 100+ ? Yuqing/Yuchin (LCM)
125+ tons, 24+ meters (LCM type 068). Commissioned by late 1960's/1990's. Now many in reserve ?

Up to 8 Zubr ?
Expected to be delivered by Russia in the following years ?

AUXILIARIES SHIPS
Fleet & Coastal Oilers/Tankers
2 (3 ?) Fuchi (Replenishment Ships)
(Qiandaohu, Weishanhu). 22 000+ tons, 178+ meters. Commissioned by 2004/2005. maybe a third ship planned ?

1 Nancang/Komandarm Fedko (Replenishment Ships)
(Qinghaihu). 37 000 tons, 168/188+ meters. Commissioned by 1996.

2 Fuqing (Replenishment Ships)
(Hongzhu, Fencang). 14 000/21 000 tons, 168 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1982.

3 Jinyou (transport oilers)
(Dongyun 622, 625, 675). 2500 tons, 99 meters. Commissioned by 1989/1990.

2 Sengi (transport oilers)
(Dongyun 620, 621). 4900+ tons, 101 meters. Commissioned by 1981+

8 ? to 14 Fulin (transport oilers)
(Dongyun 583, 606, 607, 609, 623, 626, 628, 629, 633, Nanyun 923, 924, 940, 1104). 2200 tons, 66 meters. Commissioned by 1972+. Now maybe only 8 units serviceable ?

7 to 20 Fuzhou (transport oilers)
(Dongyun 570, 573, 580, 581, 608, 903; Nanyun 904, 906, 907, 909, 910, 912, 920, 926, 927, 930, 935, 941, 1101, 1104). 1200 tons, 60+ meters. Commissioned by 1964/1970. Now maybe only 7 units serviceable ?

Others Cargo/Tankers
1 Fuxianhu (transport ships)
(Fuxianhu). 15000+ tons. Commissioned by 2007.

2 Dayun (transport ships)
(883, 884). 10900+ tons, 156+ meters (Type 904). Commissioned by 1993. Now both ships operate as fisheries Inspection ships (Zhongguo Yuzheng 21 & 88).

8 Fuzhou (water tanker)
(570, 573, 580, 581, 608, 903, 904, 906, 908, 938...). 1200 tons, 60+ meters. Commissioned by 1964/1970.

1 Dadong (water tanker)
(Dadong/J304). 1500 tons, 82 meters (Type 946A). Commissioned by 1982.

2 Dazhou (water tanker)
(Nanjiu-502, Beijiu-137). 1100 tons, 79 meters (Type 946). Commissioned by 1977/1978.

3 Dajiang (water tanker)
(Changxingdao, Chongmingdao, Yonxingdao). 10 000+ tons, 156 meters. Commissioned by 1976/1980.

5 to 7 Hongqi (cargo ships)
(433, 443, 528, 755, 756, 771, 836). 1900+ tons, 62 meters (Cargo type 081). Commissioned during 1970's. Now maybe only 5 units serviceable ?

2 Romanian Galati (cargo ships)
(Haiyun 318, 600). 5200 tons, 100+ meters. Commissioned by early 1970's.

7 Danlin (cargo ships)
(Haileng 531, 592, 794, 975, 591, 594, 972). 1200+ tons, 60+ meters. Commissioned by 1960/1962.

Submarines Rescue Ships & Tenders
Up to 3+ ? Type 926 (Dalao class ?)
(864 ?, two others not yet named ?). All commissioned by 2012...

One 648
Commissioned by 1985.

2 Dalang-II
(428, 911 or Dongjiu, Beijiu-138, Nanjiu-510 ???). 3700/4200 tons, 115 meters (Type 922A). Commissioned by 1986/1997

2 Dalang-I
(332 ex Beiju-122, Nanjiu-503). 3500/4000 tons (Type 922), 111+ meters. Commissioned by 1975/1986.

1 Dazhi (submarine tenders)
(Dazhi 920). 5800 tons, 106+ meters. Commissioned by 1965.

1 Yudong?/Hudong (submarine rescue ship)
(Haijiu 512). 5000 tons, 95 meters. Commissioned by 1969.

2 Dazhou (submarine rescue ship)
(Haijou 502, 504). 1100 tons, 79 meters. Commissioned by 1976/1977.

Existence of 4 Daliang uncertain ?
Existence of 1 Dadong uncertain ?

Salvage ships & Ocean Tugs
One or two dozens of Indigenous (chinese built) Ocean Tugs
Likely to be build during the 2010's to replace 34+ obsoletes (1960's) Gromovoy/Roslavi Ocean Tugs.

3 Dajiang (Ocean Salvage & Rescue Ship)
(861, 862, 863). 11900+ tons, 156+ meters (Type 925).

1 Daozha (salvage ship)
(Daozha). 4000 tons, 84 meters. Commissioned by 1993.

1 Kansha (salvage ship)
(Hailao). 1400 tons, 69+ meters. Commissioned by 1981.

4 Tuzhong (salvage tugs)
(T 154, 710, 830, 890). 3600 tons, 84+ meters. Commissioned by late 1970's.

6+ Tuzhong (ocean tugs)
(Beituo 622, Beituo 711, Dongtuo 837, Dongtuo 842, Dongtuo 843, Nantuo 155). 750 tons, 49 meters. Commissioned during 1980's.

3 Tuzhong-II (ocean tugs)
(Beituo 710, Dongtuo 830, Nantuo 154). 3600 tons, 84+ meters. Commissioned by late 1970's.

11 (9?) Hujiu (ocean tugs)
(147, 155, 622, 711, 717, 837, 842, 843, 867, 875, 877). 750 tons, 49 meters. Commissioned during 1980's. Now maybe only 9 units serviceable ?

3 Dinghai (ocean tugs)
(717, 842, 843). 1400+ tons, 60+ meters. Commissioned by late 1970's.

17 Gromovoy (ocean tugs)
(149, 156, 166, 167, 680, 683, 684, 716, 802, 809, 811, 813, 814, 817, 822, 824, 827). 790+ tons, 45+ meters. Commissioned by 1958-1962, now ageing crafts, likely to be retired during 2010's and replaced by some new Chinese indegenous ocean tugs.

17 (19 ?) Roslavi (ocean tugs)
(153, 159, 161, 162, 163, 164, 518, 604, 613, 646, 707, 852, 853, 854, 862, 863, 867). 750 tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1964/1965, now ageing crafts, likely to be retired during 2010's and replaced by some new Chinese indegenous ocean tugs.

Hospital Ships
4 to 6 ? Qiongsha (Troop Transport/Hospital ships)
(830, 831, 832, 836, status of another 3 ships (833, 834, 835) uncertain ?). 2100+ tons, 86 meters. Commissioned by late 1980's.

1 Daishandao (hospital ship)
(Daishandao/866). 20 000 tons (Type 920). Commissioned by 2008.

2 Qiongsha (hospital ships)
(Nankang 833, ...). 2100+ tons, 86 meters. Commissioned by 1980+

Weapon Trial Ships
2 Shiyan/Bi Sheng (Weapon Trial Ships)
(891, 892). 6000 tons, 130 meters. Commissioned by 1999+.

1 Wuhu (Trial ship)
(891). 6000 tons, 130 meters. Commissioned by 1997.

1 Yanxi (Weapon Trial Ship)
(Hsun 701). 1200 tons, 60 meters. Commissioned by 1970.

3 Yantai (Ammunition Ships)
(938, 800, 801). 3300+ tons, 115 meters (based on the Yukan amphibious ship design). Commissioned by 1992.

Training Ships
1 Shichang (Training Ship/Helico ship)
(Shichang). 9000+ tons, 120+ meters. Commissioned by 1996.

1 Daxing (Training Ship)
(Zheng-he). 4500/6000+ tons, 132 meters (Type 795). Commissioned by 1987/1988.

Intelligence & Survey Ships
One 851 (intelligence ship)
(851). 6000 tons, 130 meters. Commissioned by 1999.

1 Dadie (intelligence ship)
(Beidiao 900). 1800/2500 tons, 94 meters. Commissioned by 1987.

1 Yanbing (intelligence ship)
(Haidiao 723). 5000 tons, 94+ meters. Commissioned by late 1970's.

3 Yanha (intelligence ship)
(Haibing 519, 721, 722). 3200 tons, 84 meters. Commissioned by 1969/1989.

1 Xingfengshan (intelligence ship)
(Xingfengshan 856). 5500 tons, 115 meters (derived from the Dalang design). Commissioned by 1988.

1 Xiangyanghong 01 (Intelligence ship)
(Xiangyanghong 09). 1100+ tons, 112 meters. Commissioned by 1979.

2 Kan Yang (coastal survey)
(Nance 426, 428). 600 tons, 50 meters. Commissioned by 1975.

3 Shuguang (hydrographic survey ship)
(Shuguang 01/03). 500 tons, 60 meters (modified T-43 MCM). Commissioned by late 1960's

With probably dozens of civilians trawlers & others boats converted into spy/intelligence ships...

Missiles & Space Ships
1 Dongdiao (missile range instrumentation ship)
(Dongdiao 851). 4600 tons, 121 meters. Commissioned by 1999.

3 Yuanwang (Space support ship)
(Yuanwang 1/3). 17 000/21 000 tons, 190 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1995.

1 Xiangyanghong (space support ship)
(Yuanwang 4). 10 000+ tons, 156 meters. Commissioned by 1980.

Others auxiliaries Ships
6 or 7 Yannan (navigationnal buoy tenders)
(124, 463, Beidiao 983, B25, Dongce 263, Beidiao 982, B22). 1500+ tons, 71+ meters. Commissioned by late 1970's.

6 Yanbai (Degaussing Tenders)
(203, 735, 736, 745, 746, 863). 740 tons, 65 meters. Commissioned by ?

3 Youzhong (cable ship)
(G 2693, 2304, 2404). 750 tons, 59 meters. Commissioned by 1982+

6+ Youdian (cable ship)
(Nanlan 233, 234, 764, 765, 873, 874). 1500+ tons, 71+ meters. Commissioned by late 1970's.

Harbors & others small Crafts (uncertain data ?)
Wuting/Huludao (project 611)
Commissioned by 1987+, uncertain data ?

42+ Patrol crafts
(Hai Guan 801/842). 98 tons, 31 meters. Commissioned by 1992/1999.

- Likely up to severals hundreds of harbors crafts (personnal launch, floatting crane, small navigationnal crafts & so)

- Likely up to severals hundreds of RHIB & fast small crafts for special force & intelligence use...

CHINESE NAVAL INFANTRY (10 000+)
Light-Tanks: 100+ Type 63/63A; 60 Type-05 AAAV ZTD-05
Armored Vehicles (Trackeed): 180+ Type-63C/Type-77 II/Type-86; 200 Type-05 AAAV ZBD-05
Artillery (towed): many Type-83 (122mm) MRL: many Type-63 (107mm)
Anti-Tanks missiles: many HJ-73; HJ-8; Type-98 Queen Bee
Manpads: HN-5 Hong Nu/Red Cherry

CHINESE CUSTOMS NAVAL SERVICE
20 to 24 Qui-M class
80 meters.

7 P-58A (coastal command ships)
(Hai-Guan 901/907). 400 tons, 58 meters. Commissioned by 1990/1998.

CHINESE BORDER SECURITY FORCE MARITIME COMMAND
20+ Huxin
160+ tons, 28 meters (modified Hungpu design). Commissioned during 1980's.

CHINESE COAST GUARDS (estimation)

1 Type 718 Cutter
(Pudong/Haijing 1001). 1000 tons. Commissioned by 2007.

2 Jianghu-I
(Haijing 1002, 1003). 1400/1600 tons, 103+ meters (former Jianghu-I Type 053H frigate). Transferred by 2007.

100+ Type 218
130 tons, 41+ meters, various models A/B/C/D/E...

1 Haijing 35082
Uncertain data ?

1 Haijing 35012
Uncertain data ?

Haijing 31020
Uncertain data ?

Haijing 33026
Uncertain data ?

2 SRC-90E
6+ tons, 11+ meters (Swedish built). Commissioned by 1998.

With likely dozens of smaller coastal/In-Shore crafts, data unclear ?

CHINESE MARITIME SURVEILLANCE (estimation)
2 Type-I Cutter
(Haijian 17, 46). 1100+ tons, 73+ meters. Commissioned by 2005.

1 Type-II Cutter
(Haijian 27). 1200 tons, 75+ meters.

1 Haijian 51
(Haijian 51). 1600+ tons, 87+ meters. Commissioned by 2005.

1 Haijian 83
(Haijian 83). 3400 tons, 98 meters. Commissioned by 2004.

With likely dozens of smaller coastal/In-Shore crafts, data unclear ?

CHINESE FISHERIES LAW ENFORCEMENT (estimation)

1 Yunzheng
(Yunzheng). 4400+ tons, 113+ meters (former late 1970's Dalang Type 922-II). Transferred by 2009.

8 Cutters
(Yuzheng 33, 118, 200, 201, 202, 203, 205). 960+ tons, 69+ meters.

1 Yunzheng 204
(1 Yunzheng 204)

1 Yunzheng 31
(Yunzheng 31). 1000 tons. Built by 1992.

1 Yunzheng 117
(Yunzheng 117).

With likely dozens of smaller coastal/In-Shore crafts, data unclear ?

CHINESE NAVAL AVIATION (estimation) (26 000+)
Aircrafts:
- 30 H-6 D (bomber)
- 48 J-8 I/F/B/D Finback (Fighter-bomber)
- 84 JH-7
- 30 Q-5 Fantan
- 20 Su-30 Mk 2 Flanker
- 4 PS/SH-5 (ASW)
- 7 HZ-5 (Il-28R Beagle, reco)
- 6 Y-8J/B Cub (reco)
- 4 Y-8X (maritime patrol)
- 3 HY-6 (tanker)
- 4 Y-8 An-12 BP Cub A (transport)
- 50 Y-5 An-2 Colt (Transport)
- 4 Y-7 An-24 Coke (Transport)
- 6 Y-7H An-26 Curl (Transport)
- 2 Yak-42 (transport)
- 14 JJ-6 Mig-19 UTI Farmer (Training, no longer ops ?)
- 4 JJ-7 Mongol A (Training, no longer ops ?)
- 38 PT/CJ-6 (training)
- 21 HY-7 (training)
- 12 K-8 (training)
- 33 HJ-5 (training)

Helicopters
- 25 Z-9C (ASW)
- 15 SA-321 (SAR)
- 20 Z-8 SA-321Ja (SAR)
- 2 Z-8S (SAR)
- 3 Z-8JH (SAR)
- 19+ Ka-28 Helix A (ASW)
- 8 Mi-8 Mip (transport)

Following the rapid growth of the Chinese navy (and because of the strong misinformation about Chinese warships & their "hull numbers"). This "Fleet-Review" can only be "approximate". As usual, feel free to correct me or add additional information. Your help & information are welcome !!!

(Next Fleet-Review: Future of the US Amphibious & Auxiliary Fleet")

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2012.

2011-12-22T14:33:00.002+01:00

I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2012.
Best Regards.

M.C

(Next Fleet Review: "Future of the Chinese Navy")

Blog Upgrade

2011-11-20T11:33:00.006+01:00

In the coming weeks, this blog is subject to change.

As previously announced, this blog will move toward a "Fleet review/Size" blog.

All "News" post (more than 1400 post) will be deleted. I will try to save your comments on these post, but I'm afraid of having to delete them :(

Only "Fleet Review" post will be kept.
Now please leave your comments only on the "Fleet Review" post.

Best Regards
M.C

Future of the Polish Navy

2011-10-29T09:24:00.012+02:00

Maybe too ambitious ?

Cartography:
Of the entire Polish land aera, 3,07% were of water (Rivers/Lakes). Coastline: 491 km. A EEZ of 30,533 km².

Personnal Strenght: 8000

2 Frigates
2 General Kazimierz Pulaski
(General Kazimierz Pulaski, General Tadeusz Kosciuszko). 3600/4100, 136 meters (ex 1980's US O.H.Perry FFG). Transferred by 2000/2002.

3+ Corvettes
Up to 7 Gawron ?
(Slazak, Kujawiak, Krakowiak, Mazur, Kurp, Goral,?). 1600/2000 tons, 90+ meters (German Meko 100-A). This (too ambitious) program faces enormous problems of delays/cost overruns (and mismanagement). It is now very likely that the first ship will be finished only by 2015+ (after 10 years of construction !). Other ships are VERY uncertain......wait & see

1 Kaszub
(Kaszub). 1100+ tons, 82+ meters. Commissioned by 1987.

2 Tarantul I
(Metalowiec, Rolnik). 480/550 tons, 56 meters (1980's Russian Tarantil I FAC). Transferred by 1988/1989.

3 Fast Attack Missile Crafts
3 Orkan
(Orkan, Poirun, Grom). 350+ tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 1992/1995, modernised by 2009/2012.

5 Submarines
1 Kilo
(Orzel). 2400/3000 tons, 72+ meters (Russian Kilo SSK). Commissioned by 1986.

4 Kobben
(Sokol, Sep, Bielik, Kondor). 430/480 tons, 47+ meters (ex 1960's Norwegian SSK's). Transferred by 2002/2004.

Mine-Warfare
3 Krogulec (206FM)
(Flaming, Mewa, Czajka). 420/500 tons, 58+ meters. Commissioned by 1962/1967, modernised by 1999/2001.

12 or 13 Gardno/Goplo (Project 207 D/P)
(Gardno, Bukowo, Dabie, Jamno, Mielno, Wicko, Resko, Sarbsko, Necko, Naklo, Druzno, Hancza). 210+ tons, 38+ meters. Commissioned by 1981/1991.

4 Mamry
(Mamry, Wigry, Sniardwy, Wdzydze). 210+ tons, 38+ meters (Improved Goplo MCM design). Commissioned by 1991/1995

Mine-Layers
5 Lublin (LSM/Minelayers)
(Lublin, Gniezno, Krakow, Poznan, Torun). 1745 tons, 95+ meters (project 767). Commissioned by 1989/1991.

3 Deba (LCU)
(KD-11/13). 176 tons, 37+ meters ( Project 716). Commissioned by 1988/1991

4 Salvage Ships
2 Piast
(Piast, Lech). 1600 tons, 72+ meters. Commissioned by 1974.

2 Zbyszko
(Zbyszko, Macko). 380 tons, 35 meters. Commissioned by 1991/1992.

Auxiliaries Ships
1 Kontradmiral Xawery Czenicki
(Kontradmiral Xawery Czenicki). 2290 tons, 72+ meters (Bereza class). Commissioned by 2011.

1 Baltyk (small replenishment)
(Baltyk). 2980+ tons, 84+ meters. Commissioned by 1991.

2 Heweliusz (Hydrographic ships)
(Heweliusz, Arctowski). 1218 tons, 61+ meters (project 874). Commissioned by 1982.

2 Nawigator (Intelligence ships)
(Nawigator, Hydrograf). 1675 tons, 73+ meters (project 863). Commissioned by 1975.

6 Training Ships
1 Wodnik (training ships)
(Wodnik). 1745 tons, 72+ meters. Commissioned by 1976. A second ship (Gryf) now only used as a pontoon/base ship.

2 Podchorazy (training ship)
(Podchorazy, Kadet). Uncertain data ?

1 Iskra (sail training ship)
(Iskra). 498 tons, 49 meters. Commissioned by 1982.

POLISH MARITIME BORDER GUARD
1 Mid shore patrol vessel
1 SKS-40 Type. Uncertain data ?

In Shore Patrol Vessels (uncertain data ?)
Few patrol Crafts Type 90
Severals SAR Crafts 1500
Few Interceptors Crafts Parker 900 Baltic K
Few Patrol Crafts IC16M III
Some RHIB
Few Patrol 240 Baltic
Few Overcrafts (Griffon 2000 TD)

POLISH NAVAL AVIATION (1800)
Aircrafts
- 12 PZL M28B Bryza (Patrol/Utility) or 8 An-28B1R and 2 An-28E ???
- 2 An-28 TD (Transport)

Helicopters
- 4 Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite (ASW)
- 2 Mi-17 (Mi-8MT) Transport)
- 7 PZL W-3RM Anakonda (SAR) and 2 PZL W-3T Sokol (Utility)
- 2 PZL Mi-2 (Utility) and 3 others in reserve ?
- 6 Mi-14PL (SAR) and 3 Mi-14PS Haze (SAR)

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Romanian Navy

2011-10-29T09:00:00.009+02:00

At the crossroads

Cartography:
Of the entire Romanian land aera, 3% (7,160 km²) were of water (Rivers/Lakes), Coastlines: 193 to 245 km, a EEZ of20,598 km²claimed.

Personnal Strenght: 7150

3 Frigates
1 Maraseti
(Maraseti). 5500+ tons, 144+ meters. Commissioned by 1985.

2 Regele Ferdinand
(Regele Ferdinand, Regina Maria). 4800/5500 tons, 146+ meters (ex 1980's British Type 22 batch-2 FFG). Transferred by 2003/2004.

4 Corvettes
2 Tetal I
(Amiral Petre Barbureanu, Contra Amiral Eugen Rosca). 1400+ tons, 92+ meters. Commissioned by 1983/1987.

2 Tetal II
(Contra Amiral Eustatiu Sebastian, Contra Amiral Horia Macelaru). 1540/1660 tons, 92+ meters (project 1048M). Commissioned by 1989/1996.

3 Corvettes
3 Zborul
(Zborul, Pescarusul, Lastunul). (Russian Tarantul I FAC). 385:455 tons, 56+ meters (project 1241E). Transferred by 1990/1991.

3 Fast Attack Torpedo Crafts
3 Naluca
(Smeul, Vijelia, Vulcanul). 190 tons, 38+ meters (Osa I variant). Commissioned by 1979/1981.

Mine-Warfare
4 Musca
(Lt Remus lepri, Lt Lupu Dinescu, Lt Dimitrie Nicolescu, Slt Alexandra Axente). 790 tons, 60+ meters. Commissioned by 1986/1989.

6 VD-141 (now used as a patrol crafts)
90+ tons, 33+ meters. Commissioned by 1976/1984

Auxiliaries Ships
1 Vice Amiral Constantin Balescu (Minelayers)
1200/1400 tons, 79 meters. Commissioned by 1981

1 Constanta (combattant tender)
(Constanta). 2850 tons, 108 meters. Commissioned by 1980.

1 Emil Racovita (Intelligence Ship)
(Emil Racovita). 1900 tons, 70+ meters. Commissioned by 1977.

1 Mircea (sail training ship)
(Mircea). 1600 tons, 81+ (ex german ship). Commissioned by 1939.

1 Albatros (general cargo)
(Albatros). 8750 tons, 130 meters (1970's ship). Acquired by 1995.

1 TM-532 (small tanker)
(TM-532). 2100+ TONS, 76+ meters. Commissioned by 1992.

1 Grigore Antipa ((Salvage ship)
(Grigore Antipa). 1450 tons, 79 meters. Commissioned by 1980.

Likely some others small crafts
Uncertain data ?

ROMANIAN RIVERS FLOTILLA
3 Mihail Kogalniceanu (River Monitor)
(Mihail Kogalniceanu, Ion C Bratianu, Lascar Catagiu). 520+ tons, 52+ meters. Commissioned by 1993/1998

5 Smardan/Brutar (River Monitor)
(Rahova, Opanez, Smardan, Posada, Rovine). 320 tons, 45+ meters. Commissioned by 1987/1993.

18 VB-76 rivers patrol crafts
(VB-76/93). 120 tons, 32+ meters. Commissioned by 1973/1982.

ROMANIAN NAVAL INFANTRY
Armored Vehicles (wheeled): 13 ABC-79M; 3 TABC-79M

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Bulgarian Navy

2011-10-29T08:59:00.008+02:00

Think Coastal defence...

Cartography: Of the entire Bulgarian land aera, only 0,3% (2,390 km²) were of water (Rivers/Lakes). Coastlines: 354 km, a EEZ of 35,156 km² claimed.

Personnal Strenght: 3400 (+ 7500 reserve)

4 Frigates
3 Drazki
(Drazki, Verni, Gordi). 2200 tons, 106+ meters (ex 1970's Belgian FFG). Transferred by 2004/2008.

1 Smeli
(Smeli). 1100/1900 tons, 95 meters (ex Russian Koni I frigate). Transferred by 1990.

5 or 6 Corvettes/Fast Attack Missile Crafts
2 Reshitelni
(Reshitelni, Bodri). 500/600 tons, 57 meters (ex Russian Pauk FAC). Transferred by 1989/1990.

1 Mulniya
(Mulniya). 480/550 tons, 56 meters (Russian Tarantul II FAC). Transferred by 1989.

2 or 3 Osa
(Uragon, Grum, a third craft ?). 180/210 tons, 38+ meters (ex Russian Osa FAC). Transferred by late 1970's/early 1980's. Now no longer ops.

5 Mine-Warfare ships
1 Tsibar
(Tsibar). 530/600 tons, 51+ meters (ex 1980's Belgian Tripartite MCM). Transferred by 2004.

4 Sonya (Briz, Priboj, Shkval, Shtorm). 450 tons, 48+ meters. Transferred by 1981/1984.

2 Amphibious
2 Polnocny A
(Sirius, Antares). 770+ tons, 73 meters. Transferred by 1986/1987.

Auxiliaries
1 Proteo (salvage ship/submarine tender)
(A 224). 1800+ tons, 75+meters (ex 1950's Italian ship). Transferred by 2004.

1 Bereza (Tender)
(Kapitan 1 Rang Dimitri Dobrev). 1800+ tons, 69+ meters. Commissioned by 1989.

BULGARIAN BORDER POLICE (included BULGARIAN BORDER GUARD (12 000)?)
14+ ? In Shore Patrol Vessels
3 FPB-21
(Varna, Burgas, Kabapha). 50 tons, 21 meters. Commissioned by 2003:2005.

9 Zhuk
35+ tons, 23+ meters (Russian built). Commissioned by 1980/1981

2 Vigilant
1+ tons, 8+ meters (US built). Commissioned by 1993.

Likely few others small crafts ?

BULGARIAN COASTAL ARTILLERY
Guns: 4 SM-4-1 (130mm), status unclear ?
Coastal Missile Battery: Few SS-C-1B Sepal and SS-C3 Styx (maybe unserviceable...)

BULGARIAN NAVAL AVIATION
Helicopters
- 7 Mi-14 Haze (to be replaced by 6 AS-565MB Panther)
- 3 AS-565 Panther

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Uruguayan Navy

2011-10-28T19:07:00.009+02:00

a small navy, between two giants...

Cartography:
Of the entire Uruguay land aera, 1,5% were of water.
Coastlines: 660 km, a water area of 2,600 km². ; a EEZ of 132,286 km² claimed.

Personnal Strenght: 5400+ (1800 Coast Guard included)

+/- 3 Frigates
2 Joao Belo
(Uruguay, Cte Pedro Campbell). 1700/2200 tons, 98 meters (French 1960's Cdt.Riviere Sloop). Commissioned by 1967/1969.

1 Cdt Rivière
(Montevideo). 1700/2200 tons, 98 meters (Ex French 1960's Cdt.Rivière Sloop). Transferred by 1991. Maybe unserviceable ?

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
3 Vigilante
(Quince de Noviembre, Veinticinco de Agosto, Comodoro Coe). 170+ tons, 41+ meters (French Vigilante PB). Commissioned by 1981. maybe one unserviceable ?

2 Cape
(Colonia, Rio Negro). 29 meters (ex 1950's US Cape PB). Transferred by 1990.

1 Paysandu
(Paysandu). 60 tons (ex US Coastal PB). Commissioned by 1968.

In Shore Patrol Boats (uncertain data ?)
Up to 4 UPF ?
Up to 16 Vigilante 27

Mine-Warfare
3 Temerario/Kondor III
(Temerario, Fortuna, Audaz). (ex 1970's East German Kondor II coastal MCM). Transferred by 1991.

2 Amphibious Ships
2 Lades
(ROU 41/42). Uncertain data ?

or 2 LCVP and 2 LCM ?

Auxiliaries Ships
1 Luneburg (AOR)
(General Artigas). Uncertain data ?

1 Hydrographic
(Capitan Miranda). Uncertain data ?

1 Oceanic Sail Boat
(Bonanza). Uncertain data ?

1 Buoy Tender
(Sirius). Uncertain data ?

1 Survey Ship
(Oyarvide). 1200+ tons, 68 meters (ex 1960's German Type 720 Helgoland Tug). Transferred by 1998

1 Maldonado (salvage Tug)
800 tons, 52+ meters (ex 1960's German Type 722 Wangerooge Tug). Transferred by

1 Vanguardia (salvage Tug)
Vanguardia. (ex East German Salvage ship)

1 Banco Ortiz (Coastal tug)
(Banco Ortiz). (ex East German Type 720 tug).

URUGUAYAN NAVAL INFANTRY (450)

URUGUAYAN COAST GUARD (1800)
Mid Shore/In Shore Patrol Vessels
2 PCC ?
Uncertain data ?

9 Type 44
Uncertain data ?

3 Type PS
Uncertain data ?

URUGUAYAN NAVAL AVIATION
Aicrafts
- 2 Jetstream Mk 2 (ASW/Maritime Patrol)
- 1 Beech 200T (Maritime Patrol)
- 2 T-34C Turbo Mentor

Helicopters
- 1 or 2 ? Wessex HC2/Mk60 (Utility, dubious state ?)
- Up to 6 Bo-105C/M (Utility)
- 1 Esquilo AS-350 B2 (Utility)

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Ecuadorian Navy

2011-10-28T18:59:00.011+02:00

A small navy, to protect some beautiful islands

Cartography:
Of the entire Ecuadorian Navy, 5% (6,720 km² (2,595 sq mi)) were of water (Rivers/Lakes). Coastlines: 2337 km, a EEZ of 236,597 km²claimed.

Personnal Strenght: 7200+ (Naval Aviation, Marines & Coast Guard included)

2 Frigates
2 Condell
(Altaro, Valverde). 2600+ tons, 113+ meters (ex 1970's Chilean Leander FFG). Transferred by 2008.

2 Submarines
2 Shyri
(Shyri, Huancavilca). 1100+ tons, 59+ meters (German Type 1300 SSK). Commissioned by 1977/1978.

6 Corvettes
6 Esmeraldas
(Esmeralda, Manabi, Los Rios, El Oro, Galapagos, Loja). 600/650 tons, 62+ meters. Commissioned by 1982/1984. May be up to 2 Crafts on reserve ?

3 Fast Attack Missile Crafts
3 Quitos
(Quito, Guayaquil, Cuenca). 250+ tons, 47 meters. Commissioned by 1976/1977. Maybe one (Quito ?) in reserve.

Auxiliaries Ships
1 Huacolopo
(Huacolpo). 1600/4000 tons, 100+ meters (ex 1940's US LST). Transferred by 1977. Maybe no longer ops ?

1 Kintebury (supply ship)
(Calicuchima). 2000+ tons, 70+ meters (ex 1970's British Kinterburry supply ship). Transferred by 1992.

1 YW (water tanker)
(Atahualpa). 400/1300 tons, 53+ meters (ex 1940 US water lighter). Transferred by 1963.

1 Waterfall (water tanker)
(Quisquis). 340 tons, 40 meters (ex 1960's british water lighter). Transferred by 1991.

1 Taurus (coastal transport tanker)
(Taurus). 1800 tons 53 meters. Commissioned by 1987.

1 Abnaki
(Chimborazo). 1200 tons, 62+ meters (ex 1940's US Fleet Tug). Transferred by 1977.

1 Orion (oceanographic)
(Orion). 1500 tons, 70+ meters. Commissioned by 1981

1 Sirius
(Sirius). Commissioned by 2011.

1 Guayas (Sail Training Ship)
(Guayas). 900+ tons, 76+ meters. Commissioned by 1977.

ECUADORIAN COAST GUARD (500)
7 to 11 Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
2 Manta
(9 de Octubre, 27 de Octubre). 120 tons, 36+ meters (German Lurssen design). Commissioned by 1971.

3 Vigilante (protector)
300 tons, 45 meters. Commissioned by 2006/2007

2 Espada
(5 de Agosto, 27 de Febrero). 120 tons, 34+ meters. Commissioned by 1991

4 10 de Agosto ?
Uncertain data ?

1 PGM-71
(25 de Julio). 130 tons, 30+ meters (US PGM 71 PB). Commissioned by 1965.

1 Point
(24 de Mayo). 64 tons, 25 meters (ex 1960's US Point). Transferred by 1967.

In Shore Patrol Vessels
6 Rio Puyango
(Rio Puyango, Rio Mateje, Rio Zarumilla, Rio Chone, Rio Daule, Rio Babhoyo). 17 tons, 13+ meters. Commissioned by 1986/1988.

2 Rio Esmeralda
(Rio Esmeralda, Rio Santiago). 17 tons, 13+ meters (US 45 foot PB). Commissioned by 1992.

Up to 4 Pirana ?
Uncertain data ?

Up to 8 Interceptor ?
Uncertain data ?

Up to 8 Albatrosuaya ?
Uncertain data ?

Up to 10 Riverine Crafts, manned by the Ecuadorian Army ?

ECUADORIAN MARINES (2000+)
Mortars: 32+ (60/81/120mm)
Manpads: 64+ (Mistral/SA-18 Igla)

ECUADORIAN NAVAL AVIATION (375)
Aircrafts
- 1 CN-235-100 (Maritime Patrol)
- 1 CN-235-300M (Maritime Patrol)
- 1 Beech 300 (Maritime Patrol)
- 1 Beech 200 Super King Air (Transport)
- 1 Beech 300 Super King Air (Transport)
- 4 T-35B Pillan (Training)
- 2 T-34C Turbo Mentor (Training)

Helicopters
- 2 Bell 230 (Utility)
- 3 Bell 206B (Utility)
- 3 Bell 206A (Utility)

UAV
- 4 IAI Searcher Mk2
- 2 IAI Heron

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Japanese Navy

2011-10-22T10:41:00.011+02:00

Will face the threats of Chinese, Russian, North-Korean (and even South-Korean) Navies......a great challenge !

Cartography:
Of the entire Japanese land aera, only 0,8% were of water (3,091 km² of Rivers/Lakes). A Coastline of 34,751 km (21,593 mi). Japan has a total of 6,852 islands extending along the Pacific coast of Asia. A EEZ of 4,479,358 km² claimed/disputed...

Personnal Strenght: 42 000+ (+ 900 reserve).

4 Helicopters-Carriers/Destroyers:
Up to two 22DDH
248 meters, 19 000/27 000 tons planned. Expected to be commissioned by 2016+

2 Hyuga
(Hyuga, Ise). 13 000/18 000 tons, 197 meters. Commissioned by 2009/2011.

2 Shirane
(Shirane, Kurama). 5 000/7 000 tons, 159 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1981, to be retired by 2015/2018 and replaced by the 2 newer 22DDH.

8 AAW Destroyers
2 Atago
(Atago, Ashigara). 7000/10 000 tons, 170 meters. Commissioned by 2007/2008.

4 Kongo
(Kongo, Kirishima, Myoko, Chokai). 7 000/9 000+ tons, 161 meters. Commissioned by 1993/1998.

2 Hatakaze
(Hatakaze, Shimakaze). 4600+ tons, 150 meters. Commissioned by 1986/1988.

+/- 30 Destroyers/Frigates
Up to ? Akizuki
(Akizuki, Terusuki, others not yet named). 5000/6500+ tons, 150+ meters. Commissioned by 2012+

5 Takanami
(Takanami, Onami, Makinami, Sazanami, Suzunami). 4600+ tons, 151 meters. Commissioned by 2003/2006.

9 Murasame
(Murasame, Harusame, Yudachi, Kirisame, Inazuma, Samidare, Ikazuchi, Akebono, Ariake). 4500+ tons, 151 meters. Commissioned by 1996/2002.

7 Asagiri
(Yamagiri, Yugiri, Amagiri, Hamagiri, Setogiri, Sawagiri, Umigiri). 3500/4900 tons, 137 meters. Commissioned by 1988/1991.

9 Hatsuyuki
(Mineyuki, Sawayuki, Hamayuki, Isoyuki, Haruyuki, Yamayuki, Matsuyuki, Setiyuki, Asayuki). 3000+ tons, 130 meters. Commissioned by 1982/1987.

6 Light Frigates
6 Abukuma
(Abukuma, Jintsu, Oyodo, Sendai, Chikuma, Tone). 2500 tons, 109 meters. Commissioned by 1989/1993.

+/- 16 Submarines
Up to 7 ? Soryu
(Soryu, Unryu, Hakuryu, Kenryu, up to 3 others planned......). 2900/4200 tons, 84 meters. Commissioned by 2009+

11 Oyashio
(Oyashio, Michishio, Uzushio, Makishio, Isoshio, Narushio, Kuroshio, Takashio, Yaeshio, Setoshio, Mochishio). 2700/4000 tons, 81+ meters. Commissioned by 1998/2008.

2 Harushio
(Arashio, Wakashio). 2400/2800 tons, 77+ meters. Commissioned by 1993/1994.

6 Fast Attack Missile Crafts
6 Hayabusa
(Hayabusa, Wakataka, Otaka, Kumataka, Umitaka, Shiritaka). 220+ tons, 50+ meters. Commissioned by 2002/2004.

3 Large Amphibious Ships
3 Osumi
(Osumi, Shimokita, Kunisaki). 8000+/14000 tons, 178 meters. Commissioned by 1998/2003.

Small Amphibious Ships
2 Yura (LSM/LCU)
(Yura, Noto). 500 tons, 58 meters. Commissioned by 1981

2 LC-01 (LCU)
(LC-01/02). 420 tons, 52 meters. Commissioned by 1988/1992

10 YF 2121 (LCM)
Uncertain data ?

2 YF 2150 (LCM)
Uncertain data ?

Up to 4 LCM Mk 6
24/50+ tons, 17 meters. Carried aboard Miura LST's.

Up to 6 LCVP
13+ tons, 10+ meters.

6 to 8 LCAC (Landing Overcrafts)
(LA-01/08). 90/180 tons, 26 meters (US LCAC-1 design). Commissioned by 1997/2004.

Mine-Warfare

1 or 2 Uraga (Support Ship/Minelayers)
(Uraga, Bungo). 5600/8000+ tons, 141 meters. Commissioned by 1997/1998.

3 Yaeyama (deep sea Mine-Hunters)
(Yaeyama, Tsushima, Hachijo). 1000+ tons, 67 meters. Commissioned by 1993/1994.

2 or 3 Hirashima
Uncertain data ?

12 Sugashima

(Sugashima, Notojima, Tsunoshima, Naoshima, Toyoshima, Ukushima, Izushima, Aishima, Aoshima, Miyajima, Shishijima, Kuroshima). 500+ tons, 58 meters. Commissioned by 1999/2007.

7 to 9 Uwajima

(Uwajima, Ieshima, Tsukishima, Maejima, Kumejima, Makishima, Tobishima, Yugeshima, Nagashima). 490+ tons, 57+ meters. Commissioned by 1990/1996.

1 Nijima

Uncertain data ?

1 Leshima

Uncertain data ?

Fex radio-controlled drone mine crafts
15 tons, 18 meters (Swedish design). Commissioned by 1998/1999

5 Replenishment Oilers
2 Masyu

(Masyu, Omi). 13500 tons, 221 meters. Commissioned by 2004/2005.

3 Towada
(Towada, Tokiwa, Hamana). 8000/15000+ tons, 167 meters. Commissioned by 1987/1990

+/- 8 Training Ships
1 Kashima

(Kashima). 4000 tons, 143 meters. Commissioned by 1995.

2 Shimayuki (only 1 ops ?)

Uncertain data ?

1 Asagiri (Training Frigate)

(Asagiri). 3500/4900 tons, 137 meters. Commissioned by 1988, converted by 2005.

2 Hatsuyuki (Training Frigates)
(Shirayuki, Shimayuki). 3000+ tons, 130 meters. Commissioned by 1982/1987, converted by 1999/2011.

2 Harushio (Training Submarines)
(Fuyushio, Asashio). 2400/2800 tons, 77+ meters. Commissioned by 1995/1997, converted by 2000/2011.

1 YTE-13 (Training Tender)
(YTE-13). 170 tons, 35+ meters. Commissioned by 2002.

Dozens & dozens of small training sailboats/crafts.

Others Auxiliary Ships
1 Muroto (Cable Layer)

(Muroto). 4500 tons, 131 meters. Commissioned by 1980.

1 Chihaya (Submarine Rescue Ship)

(Chihaya). 5400+ tons, 127+ meters. Commissioned by 2000.

1 Chiyoda (Submarine Rescue Ship)

(Chiyoda). 3600/4400 tons, 112 meters. Commissioned by 1985

1 Shonan

Uncertain data/status ?

1 Nichinan (Hydrographic Survey Ship)
(Nichinan). 3300/4000 tons, 111 meters. Commissioned by 1999.

1 Suma (Hydrographic Survey Ship)

(Suma). 1100+ tons, 72 meters. Commissioned by 1982.

1 Futami (Hydrographic Survey Ship)
(Futami). 2000/3000 tons, 96+ meters. Commissioned by 1979

2 Hibiki (Ocean Surveillance Ship)

(Hibiki, Harima). 3700 tons, 71+ meters. Commissioned by 1991/1992.

1 Asuka (weapons trials ship)
(Asuka). 4200+ tons, 151 meters. Commissioned by 1995.

1 Kurihama (weapons trials ship)
(Kurihama). 950/1400 tons, 68 meters. Commissioned by 1980.

1 Tenryu (Target ship)

(Tenryu). 2400/3500 tons, 106 meters. Commissioned by 2000.

1 Kurobe (Target ship)
(Kurobe). 2200/3200 tons, 101 meters. Commissioned by 1989.

1 Shirase (Ice-Breaker)

(Shirase). 11000/18000 tons, 134 meters. Commissioned by 1983

5 Hiuchi (Support Ships)

(Hiuchi, Suo, Amakusa...). 980+ tons, 65 meters. Commissioned by 2002/2008.

1 Hashidate (Yacht)
(Hashidate). 400 tons, 62 meters. Commissioned by 1999.

Service Crafts/Harbour Crafts

Data unclear, due to the fact that many small ageing harbour crafts are being progressively continually replaced by newer crafts...

Severals Landing Crafts Lighters
(7 YL-09; 12 YF-2121...+ 7 LCVP)

Severals Personnal Launches
(1 YF-2137; 4 YF-2131; 1 YF-2126; 3 YF-2123; 5 YF-1029; 11 YF-2088; 2 YF-1022 + some others new crafts)

Severals Fuel Lighters
(9 YO-29; 2 YO-28; 7 YO-21; 1 YO-14; 2 YO-10; 5 YG-07; 1 YB-01; 4 YB-101 + some others new crafts)

6 YDT-01 (Diving Tenders)
(YDT-01/06). 300+ tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 2000/2003

Severals Harbors Tugs
(20 YT-58; 4 YT-53; 10 YT-75; 3 YT-60; 3 YT-34 + some others new crafts)

2 YR-01 Fireboats
(YR-01/02). 60 tons, 25 meters. Commissioned by 2001/2002.

Severals Barges, Floating Cranes, Floating Docks & so...

JAPANESE COAST GUARD (12 000+)
+/- 26 Cutters/Ocean Patrol Vessels

1 Izu
(Izu). 3500 tons, 110 meters. Commissioned by 1997

1 Kojima (training cutter)
(Kojima). 2600/2900 tons, 115 meters. Commissioned by 1993

2 Mizuho

(Mizuho, Yashima). 5000+ tons, 130 meters. Commissioned by 1986/1988.

1 Shikishima

(Shikishima). 6500+ tons, 150 meters. Commissioned by 1992.

2 Ryukyu
(Ryukyu, Daisen). 3500+ tons, 105 meters. Commissioned by 2000/2001.

1 Soya

(Soya). 3200+ tons, 98+ meters. Commissioned by 1978

1 Miura (training cutter)
(Miura). 3000+ tons, 115 meters. Commissioned by 1998

1 Nojima
(Oki). 800+ tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1989

7 Tsugaru

(Tsugaru, Oosumi, Hayato, Zao, Chikuzen, Settsu, Echigo). 3300+ tons, 105+ meters. Commissioned by 1979/1990.

2 or 3 Hida
(Hida, Akaishi). 1800 tons, 95 meters. Commissioned by 2006+

4 Hakata
(Hakata, Dejima, Satsuma, Motoru). 1400/1900 tons, 93+ meters. Commissioned by 1998/2000.

3 Ojika
(Erimo, Kudaka, Yahiko). 1200/1800 tons, 91+ meters. Commissioned by 1991/1995.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels (Large)
22 to 26 Shiretoko

(Shiretoko, Esan, Wakasa, Shimanto, Rishiri, Matsushima, Iwaki, Shikine, Suruga, Rebun, Chokai, Nojima, Tosa, Noto, Iwami, Shimokita, Suzuka, Kunisaki, Amagi, Goto, Koshiki, Hateruma, Katori, Kunigami, Etomo, Yonakumi). 960+ tons, 77 meters. Commissioned by 1978/1982

3 Aso

(Aso, Dewa, Hakusan). 770 tons, 79 meters. Commissioned by 2005/2006

14 Teshio

(Natsui, Kitakami, Echizen, Tokachi, Hitachi, Okitsu, Isazu, Chitose, Kuwano, Sorachi, Yubari, Motoura, Kano, Sendai). 550 tons, 67 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1988

2 Takatori

(Takatori, Kumano). 470+ tons, 45+ meters. Commissioned by 1978/1979

15 to 17 Bihoro

(Bihoro, Kuma, Ishikari, Abakuma, Isuzu, Kikuchi, Kuzuryu, Horobetsu, Shirakami, Matsuura, Tone Misasa, Kurobe, Chikugo, Yamakuni, Katsura, Oyodo). 500/600 tons, 63+ meters. Commissioned by 1974/1978.

4 Amani

(Amani, Kurakami, Kunashiri, Minabe). 230/350 tons, 56 meters. Commissioned by 1992/1998

3 Tokara

(Tokara, Fukue, Oirase). 330 tons, 56 meters. Commissioned by 2003/2004.

1 Teshio (Ice-Breaker)
(Teshio). 550+ tons, 54+ meters. Commissioned by 1995

+/- 27 Mid-Shore Patrol Vessels (PS-Type)

6 Tsurugi
(Tsurugi, Hotaka, Norikura, Kaimon, Asama, Houo). 220 tons, 50 meters. Commissioned by 2001/2005.

12 Mihashi
(Shinzan, Saroma, Inasa, Kirishima, Kamui, Banna, Ashitaki, Kariba, Arase, Sanbe, Mizuki, Koya). 180 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 1988/2004.

2 Takatsuki
(Takatsuki, Nobaru). 130 tons, 35 meters. Commissioned by 1992/1993.

7 Akagi
(Akagi, Tsukuba, Kongo, Katsuragai, Bizan, Shizuki, Takashio). 100+ tons, 35 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1988.

+/- 61 "Large" In-Shore Patrol Vessels (PC-Type)
4 Yodo (firefighting crafts)
(Yodo, Kotobiki, Nachi, Nunobiki). 130+ tons, 37 meters. Commissioned by 2002/2003

3 Kagayuki
(Hamayuki, Murakumo, Izunami). 100 tons, 32 meters. Commissioned by 1999/2003.

1 Matsunami
(Matsunami). 160+ tons, 38 meters. Commissioned by 1995.

4 Asogiri
(Asogiri, Murozuki, Wakagumo, Naozuku). 100 tons, 33 meters. Commissioned by 1994/1997.

15 Hayanami
(Hayanami, Setogiri, Mizunami, Ionami, Kurinami, Hamanami, Shinonome, Haruname, Kiyozuki, Ayanami, Tokinami, Hamagumo, Awanami, Uranami, Shikinami). 110+ tons, 35 meters. Commissioned by 1993/2000.

20 Murakomo
(Kitagumo, Yukigumo, Hayagumo, Akigumo, Yaegumo, Natsugumo, Kawagiri, Bizan, Natsuzuki, Miyazuki, Nijigumo, Tatsugumo, Iseyuki, Isonami, Nagozuki, Yaezuki, Yamayuki, Komayuki, Asagiri, Umigiri). 100+ tons, 31 meters. Commissioned by 1978/1983.

2 Natsugiri
(Natsugiri, Suganami). 55 tons, 27 meters. Commissioned by 1990.

3 Shimagiri
(Shimagiri, Okinami, Hayagiri). 40+ tons, 23 meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985

9 Akizuki
(Urayuki, Hatagumo, Makigumo, Hamazuki, Isozuki, Shimanami, Yuzuki, Tamanami, Awagiri). 80/100+ tons, 26 meters. Commissioned by 1975/1982.

+/- 170 In Shore Patrol Vessels (CL-Type)

124 Suzukaze
(Suzukaze, Asakaze, Sugikaze, Fujikaze, Miyakaze, Hibakaze, Satakaze, Tomakaze, Yurikaze, Fusakaze, Umekaze, Shigikaze, Uzukaze, Akikaze, Kurekaze, Mojikaze, Sodekaze, Kinukaze, Mayakaze, Setokaze, Makikaze, Himekaze, Kugakaze, Kamikaze, Umikaze, Kirikaze, Hakaze, Shachikaze, Isekaze, Nijikaze, Kishikaze, Kikukaze, Otokaze, Hirokaze, Ashikaze, Toyokaze, Satsukaze, Shiokaze, Awakaze, Hamakaze, Miokaze, Tomkaze, Kibikaze, Nachikaze, Hatakaze, Sekikaze, Terukaze, Shimakaze, Sasakaze, Kiikaze, Ikikaze, Minekaze, Torikaze, Amakaze, Aokaze, Kunikaze, Tachikaze, Deigo, Yuna, Adan, Kijikaze, Hatsukaze, Yurakaze, Hinokaze, Tosatsubaki, Mutsukaze, Tonekaze, Shizukaze, Komakaze, Yukikaze, Nakakaze, Kawakaze, Kiyokaze, Hikokaze, Ozakaze, Wakakaze, Ikekaze, Nomokaze, Yumikaze, Kumakaze, Harukaze, Hoshikaze, Oitsukaze, Kochikaze, Hamanasu, Akashia, Tosamizuki, Okokaze, Sachikaze, Ogikaze, Natsuzaze, Sawakaze, Beninana, Yamazakura, Kaido, Sazanka, Aoi, Suisen, Yaezakura, Yanakaze, Yukitsubaki, Washikaze, Nogekaze, Imakaze, Komakusa, Shiragiku, Katsukaze, Satsuke, Yaguruma, Murokaze, Fuyo, Tsubaki, Higokaze, Shirahagi, Ashibi, Suiren, Kobai, Yamayuri, Kurikaze, Sorakaze, Murakaze, Aikaze, Ayame). 20 tons, 20 meters. Commissioned by 1992/2002.

4 Isokaze
(Isokaze, Hayakaze, Nadakaze, Kotokaze). 18+ tons, 18 meters. Commissioned by 1989/1991.

42 Yamayuri
(Miyagiku, Suzuran, Isogiku, Isegiko, Ahsai, Hazakura, Hinagiku, Hamagiku, Tsutsuji, Satozakura, Ezogiku, Hayagiku, Kozakura, Shirane, Sarubia, Hatsugiku, Hamayura, Airisu, Yamabuki, Shirayuri, Karatachi, Hamayuu, Sasayuri, Kosumosu, Takagiku, Yamahagi, Mokuren, Isofuji, Tamatsubaki, Yodoki, Iozakura, Himetsubaki, Tokikusa, Mutsugiku, Terugiko, Mayazakura, Yamagiko, Tobiume, Kotozakura, Monigiku, Kuroyuri, Chiyogiku). 30 tons, 18 meters. Commissioned by 1979/1988.

4 FM-Type
Uncertain data ?

JAPANESE COAST GUARD AVIATION
Aircrafts
- 2 Falcon 900 (Maritime Patrol)
- 2 SAAB-340B (SAR)
- 10 LR-2 Beech 350 Super King Air (Transport)
- 3 to 5 Beech 200T (Maritime Patrol)
- 2 or 3 Gulfstream V (Transport/Maritime Patrol/VIP)
- 1 Cessna U-206G Stationair (Utility)
- 5 NAMC YS-11A (Utility)

Helicopters

- 4 AS-332L1 Super Puma (SAR)

- 4 Bell 206B JetRanger II (Utility)
- 21 to 26 ? Bell 212 Twin Huey (Transport/Utility)
- 8 Bell 412 Twin Huey (Utility)
- 3 S-76C (Utility) or 3 AW-139 ?

JAPANESE NAVAL AVIATION (9800+)
Aircrafts
- 80 to 93 P-3C Orion (Maritime Patrol; ELINT, Reco...)
- 4 Shin Meiwa US-1A (SAR)
- 3 Shin Meiwa US-2 (SAR)

- 4 YS-11M (Transport), 6 others in reserve ?

- 5 LC-90 (Transport), up to 25 others in reserve ?

- 35 Fuji T-35 (Training)
- 4 Learjet 35 (Utility)

Helicopters
- 62 SH-60J Seahawk (ASW), up to 40 others in reserve ?
- 28 or 29 SH-60K (ASW)
- 9 or 10 MH-53E Sea Dragon (MCM, to be retired soon & replaced by up to 11 MCH-101)
- 18 or 19 UH-60J Black Hawk (SAR)

- 2 MCH-101 (others to be introduced)
- Few CH-101 (others to be introduced)

- 3 S-61A Black Hawk (Utility, to be retired soon & replaced by 5 CH-101)
- 1 USH-60K (Utility)
- 3 OH-6D/MD-500MD (Training, to be replaced by up to 15 EC-135/TH-135)
- 5 OH-6DA/MD-500ME (Training, to be replaced by up to 15 EC-135/TH-135)

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Indian Navy

2011-10-14T20:19:00.016+02:00

One of the six largest navies of the world......

Cartography:
Of the entire Indian land aera, 9,56% were of water (rivers/lakes), 14,500 km of inland navigable waterways, a coastline of 7,517 km (4,671 mi) ; EEZ 1,630,356 (255,764 sq mi) km2

Personnal Strentgh: 58 000 (+ 9550 Coast Guard)
(+ 55 000 reserve)

Up to 3 Aircraft-Carriers
Up to 1 Vishal ???
(Vishal). Up to 65 000 tons, 260 meters (likely pure Indian indeginously design, derived/enlarged from the Vikrant design, but in CATOBAR configuration). Originaly scheduled to be commissioned by 2018 (with a second ship by 2024 ?). But current economic & technical problems are now delaying the project by severals years......as usual...wait & see...

Up to 1 Vikrant
(Vikrant), 40 000 tons, 252 meters (Indian design with help from Italian shipyard) STOBAR carrier. These construction suffered from initial problems/delays, mainly due to Indian industry shorthcoming. To be commissioned by 2014, with probably 35+ years of service, to be retired by late 2040's.

Up to 1 Vikramaditya
(Vikramaditya), 44 000 tons, 283 meters (former 1980's Ex-Soviet Admiral Gorshkov carrier). Extensively rebuild (2,3 $ billion......yeah...a big joke...) for Indian service. To be commissioned by late 2012, with probable +/- 20 years of further service expected, to be retired during 2030’s.

1 Viraat
(Viraat), 23/28 000 tons, 226 meters (former Ex-British HMS Hermes, built by late 1940’s/1950’s). Extensively refited but fully obsolete, to be retired by 2018...

+/- 10 Destroyers
Up to 4 Type 15B
(Not yet named). Up to 7000 tons (improved design from Type 15B Kolkata, likely with phased array radar, and change in superstructure, for a much more stealthier design). Likely to be commissioned by 2018/2020 and to remain in service until +/- 2050.

Up to 3 Type 15A
(Kolkata, Kochi, Chennai). 6800 tons, 163 meters (improved design from Type 15 Delhi DDG). Commissioned by 2012/2014, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired by mid 2040’s.

3 Type 15
(Delhi, Mysore, Mumbai). 6200 tons, 163 meters (first major indeginously Indian warship). Commissioned by 1997/2001, to remain in service until early 2030’s.

5 Rajput
(Rajput, Rana, Ranjit, Ranvir, Ranvijay). 4000+ tons, 147 meters (Russian Kashin design of early 1960’s). Commissioned by 1980/1988, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired through 2010’s and replaced by the Type 15 A/B DDG’s.

Frigates
Up to ? Shivalik (Type 17)
(Shivalik, Satpura, Sahyadri, others not yet named). 5500 tons, 142 meters. A first batch of 5 ships likely to be commissioned by 2010/2012. A second batch (improved design ?) of 7 ships by 2015/2020.

Up to 6 Talwar
(Talwar, Trishul, Tabar). 3800 tons, 124 meters (Russian 11356 Frigate design). Commissioned by 2003/2004, to remain in service until early 2030’s. A further group of 3 and slightly improved ships (Teg, Tarkash, Trikand) expected to be commissioned by 2011/2012 and to remain in service until early 2040’s.

3 Brahamaputra (Type 16A)
(Brahamaputra, Betwa, Beas). 3800 tons, 126 meters (Indian design derived from Godavari FFG). Commissioned by 2000/2005, to remain in service until mid 2020’s.

3 Godavari (Type 16)
(Godavari, Ganga, Gomati). 3600 tons, 126 meters (Indian design derived from the British Leander FF design). Commissioned by 1983/1988, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired through 2010’s and replaced by some Shivalik FFG’s.

1 Nilgiri
(Taragiri). 2800 meters, 113 meters (improved design from British Leander FF class). Commissioned by 1980, to be retired very soon (2011/2012).

Corvettes/Fast Attack Missile Crafts
4 (+8?) Kamorta (Type 28, more a light frigate than a Corvette...)
(Kamorta, others not yet nammed...). 2500 tons, 109+ meters. Commissioned by 2012+

4 Kora (Type 25A)
(Kora, Kirch, Kulish, Kharmuk). 1400 tons, 91 meters (improved design from Type 25). Commissioned by 1998/2004

4 Khukri (Type 25)
(Khukri, Kuthar, Kirpan, Khanjar). 1300 tons, 91 meters (Around 65% of the ship contains indigenous content). Commissioned by 1989/1991.

10 Veer (Tarantul I)
(Veer, Nirbhik, Nipat, Nishank, Nirghat, Vibhuti, Vipul, Vinash, Vidyut, Nashak). 450 tons, 56 meters (Russian Tarantul I FAC design). First five crafts built in Russia (commissioned by 1987/1989). Next five crafts built in India (commissioned by 1991/1995).

2 Prabal (Tarantul IV)
(Prabal, Pralaya). 450 tons, 56+ meters (Russian Tarantul IV FAC design). Commissioned by 2002.

4 Abhay (Pauk II)
(Abhay, Ajay, Akshay, Agray). 500+ tons, 57 meters (Russian Pauk/Molniya II FAC design). Transferred by 1989/1991.

Submarines
Up to 3 SSBN ???
Up to 3 future SSBN (enlarged/improved from the Arihant design) were expected (hoped) during the 2020’s.

Up to 1 Chakra
(Chakra). 8000+ tons, 110+ meters (ex Russian Akula I SSN). Transferred by late 2011.

Up to 4 ? Arihant (SSN/SSGN)
(Arihant, others not yet named). 6000 tons, 112 meters SGN design (indeginously design derived from olders Soviet designs). All four expected to be commissioned during the 2010’s decade, with probable +/- 30 years of service, to be retired during 2040’s/early 2050's.

Up to 6 future SSK
Project under review, main design possible French "Scorpene" or Russian "Lada/Amur"..., likely to be commissioned by 2018/2023 ?

Up to 6 Scorpene
(Not yet nammed). 1800 tons, 70 meters. Expected to be commissioned by 2015/2020.

10 Sindhughosh
(Sindhughosh, Sindhudhvaj, Sindhuraj, Sindhuvir, Sindhuratna, Sindhukesari, Sindhukirti, Sindhuvijay, Sindhurakshak, Sindhushastra). 2300/3000 tons, 72+ meters (Russian Kilo SSK design). Commissioned by 1986/2000.

4 Shishumar
(Shishumar, Shankush, Shalki, Shankul). 1400/1800 tons, 64+ meters (German Type 209 SSK design). Commissioned by 1986/1994.

Up to 5 future Midgets Submarines
Planned.

+/- 8 Mine-Hunters
Up to 8 newer MCM
8 newer MCM (derived from Italian design), First 2 ships built in south-korea, next 6 built in India under technology transfert (+/- 670 $ million per ship). First two Korean-Built MCM commissioned by 2016 and the next 6 Indian-Built by 2018.

Up to 2 Osprey ?
(Ex-US MCM). Under negociation ?

8 Pondicherry
(Alleppey, Ratnagiri, Karwar, Cannanore, Cuddalore, Kakinanda, Kozhikode, Konkan). 750/870+ tons, 61 meters (Russian Natya MCM design). Commissioned by 1980/1988, likely to be retired by late 2010's.

Large Amphibious
2 or 3 newer LPD ?
Currently under study. Likely to be commissioned by late 2010's...wait & see

1 Jalashwa (LPD)
(Jalashwa). 8000/16 000 tons, 173 meters (ex 1960's US Austin LPD). Transferred by 2007.

3 Shardul (LST)
(Shardul, Kesari, Airavat). 5600 tons, 125 meters. Commissioned by 2007/2009.

2 Magar (LST)
(Magar, Gharial). 5600 tons, 120 meters. Commissioned by 1987/1997.

4 Kumbhir (LSM)
(Cheetah, Mahish, Guldar, Kumbhir). 1200 tons, 83+ meters (Polish Polnocny LSM). Commissioned by 1985/1986.

2 Nicobar (transport)
(Nicobar, Andamans). 20 000 tons, 157 meters (Polish 1991/1999 built), commissioned by 1998/2000.

Small Amphibious
6 or 7 Vasco Da Gama (LCU)
(L-33/39 ?). 500 tons, 57 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1987.

Ocean Patrol Vessels & Survey Vessels

Up to 5 Future OPV
Planned.

Up to 7 Saryu
(Saryu, Sunayna, Sumedha, Sumitra, others not yet nammed). 2200+ tons, 105 meters. Commissioned by 2010+

6 Sukanya
(Sukanya, Subhadra, Suvarna, Savitri, Sharada, Sujata). 1800 tons, 101+ meters. Commissioned by 1989/1993.

Up to 6 newer Survey Ships
(Makar, Meen, others not yet nammed). Unclear data ?

6 Sandhayak (Survey Ships)
(Sandhayak, Nirdeshak, Nirupak, Investigator, Jamuna, Sutlej, Darshak, Sarvekshak). 1300/1900 tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1981/2002.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
10+ Car Nicobar
(Car Nicobar, Chetlat, Kora Divh, Cheriyam, Cankaraso, Kondul, Kalpeni, Kabra, Koswari, Karuva). 325 tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 2009/2011.

7 Trinkat/Bangaram (imrpoved SDB Mk 3)
(Trinkat, Tillangchang, Tarasa, Bangaram, Bitra, Bati Malv, Baratang). 260 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 2000/2006.

Up to 3 SDB Mk 3
(T-58/59, Rajkamal). 160+ tons, 37+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985. Now uncertain status ?

1 Makar

(Mesh). Uncertain data ?

In Shore Patrol Vessels

7 to 8 Super Dvora Mk II
(T-80/86, 87?). 48/60 tons, 22+ meters. Commissioned by 1998/2005.

Replenishment Ships
2 Deepak
(Deepak, Shakti). 27 500 tons, 175 meters (italian design). Commissioned by 2011.

1 Jyoti
(Jyoti). 35 900 tons, 178 meters (russian Komandarm Fedko design). Commissioned by 1996.

1 Aditya
(Aditya). 24 000 tons, 172 meters. Commissioned by 2000.

1 Ambika
(Ambika). Commissioned by 1995

6 Poshak class
(Palan, Pushpa...). Data unclear ?

Various Auxiliary Ships

1 Sagardhwani (research ship)
(Sagardhwani). 1300/2000 tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1994.

1 Tir (training ship)
(Tir). 2400/3200 tons, 105+ meters. Commissioned by 1986.

1 Krishna (training ship)
(Krishna). Commissioned by 1995.

1 Sudarshini (sail training ship)
(Sudarshini). Commissioned by 2011.

2 Varuna (sail training ship)
(Varuna, Tarangini). 400+ tons, 54 meters. Commissioned by 1981/1997.

1 Mhadel (Yacht)
(Mhadel). Uncertain data ?

2 Astravahini (Torpedo recovery vessels)
( Astravahini, ?). Uncertain data ?

1 Lakshadweep (hospital ship)
(Lakshadweep). 800+ tons, 82 meters. Commissioned by 1981.

1 Nireekshak (submarine rescue ship, diving support ship)
(Nireekshak). 3600 tons, 70+ meters. Commissioned by 1989.

1 Gaj (ocean tug)
(Gaj). 560 tons, 34 meters. Commissioned by 2002.

1 Matanga (ocean tug)
(Matanga). 1600 tons, 67+ meters. Commissioned by 1983

Likely few others auxiliary ships (Water Carrier, Diving Tender, ect...). Data unclear ?
Likely severals Harbour Tugs, data unclear ?

INDIAN MARINES (1200)
Data unclear about their equipment ?

SAGAR PRAHARI BAL (1000+)
Created as a consequence of the infamous Mumbai terrorist Attacks
Up to 80 small patrol crafts

INDIAN COAST GUARD (9500+)
Off Shore/Ocean Patrol Vessels
2 Sankalp ?
Uncertain data ?

4 Samar ?
Uncertain data ?

8 Vikram ?
Uncertain data ?

6 Vijaya
(Vijaya, Varuna.......). 1000+ tons, 74+ meters. Commissioned by 1985/1990.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
7 Sarojini-Naidu
(Sarojini Naidu, Durgabai Deshmukh, Kasturba Gandhi...). 235+ tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 2002/2008.

1 Rani Abbakka
Uncertain data ?

7 Jija Bai Mod 1
(Priyadarshini, Annie Beseant, Kamla Devi, Amrit Kaur, Kanak Lata Barua, Bhikaji Cama, Sucheta Kripalani). 215 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 1991/1998.

7 Jija Bai
(Jija Bai, Chand Bai, Kittur Chinnama, Rani Jindan, Habbahkhatun, Ramadevi, Avvayar). 180+ tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1983/1985

8 Priyadarshini
Uncertain data ?

6 Tara Bai
(Tara Bai, Ahalya Bai, Lakshami Bai, Akka Devi, Naiki Devi, Ganga Devi). 170+ tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1987/1990

2 Rajkiran (SDB Mk 2)
(Rajkiran, Rajkamal). 200 tons, 37+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985

In Shore Patrol Vessels
9 (+6) P-2000
(C-131/140...). 49 tons, 20+ meters. Commissioned by 1993/1998+

6 Swallow 65
(C-01/06, 63). 32 tons, 20 meters. Commissioned by early 1980's.

6 Griffon 8000 TDX (overcrafts)
(H-181/186). 27 tons, 21+ meters. Commissioned by 2000/2002.

INDIAN SHIPS UNDER A ANOTHER ADMINISTRATION
6 ? Fisherie Protection Crafts
(Kallyani, Kayerii, Karuna, Keishna, Kalpoka). 16+ meters. Delivered by 1996+

BORDERS SECURITY FORCES
Numbers of 17 meters small crafs ?

INDIAN COAST GUARD AVIATION
Aircrafts
- 24 Do-228 (transport)

Helicopters
- 17 HAL Chetal SA-316B Alouette III (utility)

INDIAN NAVAL AVIATION (7000)
Aicrafts
- Up to 11 Sea-Harrier FRS Mk 51
- 4 Tu-142M Bear (ASW).
- 14 Do-228 (Maritime Patrol)
- 6 Il-38 May (Maritime Patrol)
- 17 BN-2 Islander (Transport)
- 10 Do-228 (Transport)
- 10 HAL-784M (Transport)
- 6 HJT-16 Mk II (Training)
- 6 HJT-16 Mk II Kiran II (Training)
- 8 HPT-32 Deepak

Helicopters
- 7 Ka-25 Hormone (ASW)
- 12 Ka-28 (Ka-27PL) Helix A (ASW)
- Up to 21 Sea King Mk 42A (ASW)
- 14 Sea King Mk 42B (ASW)
- 9 Ka-31 Helix B (AEW)
- 4 Dhruv ALH 2 (Utility)
- 8 HAL Chetak SA-316B Alouette III (Utility)
- Up to 23 SA-319 Alouette III (Utility)
- Up to 6 UH-3H Sea King (Utility)

UAV
- 8 Searcher Mk II
- 4 Heron

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Philipine Navy

2011-10-07T15:20:00.017+02:00

A myriad of small crafts, to protect a myriad of islands...

Cartography
Of the entire Philipinos land aera, only 0,61% were of water (Rivers/Lakes). 7,107 islands; 36,289 kilometers (22,549 miles) of coastline makes it the country with the 5th longest coastline in the world.

Personnal Strenght 24 000 (+ 15 000 reserve)

Frigates
Up to 3 Gregorio del Pilar
(Gregorio Del Pilar, other not yet named...). 3200 tons, 115 meters (ex US 1960's Hamilton cutters). Transferred by 2011-2013+, likely to remain in service until 2030's.

1 Datu Kalantiaw

(Rajah Humabon). 1300/1600 tons, 93 meters (ex US 1940's escort destroyer). Transferred by 1976. No longer ops.

Up to 11 Corvettes
3 Jacinto
(Emilio Jacinto, Apolinario Mabini, Artemio Ricarte). 700+ tons, 62+ meters (ex British 1980's corvettes). Transferred by 1997.

2 Rizal
(Quezon, Rizal). 1000+ tons, 67+ meters (ex US 1940's Auk MCM's). Transferred by 1965/1967.

6 Miguel Malvar
(Miguel Malvar, Magat Salamat, Sultan Kudarat, Cebu, Pangasinan, Iloilo). 600/900 tons, 56+ meters (ex US 1940's Admirable MCM's). Transferred by 1948/1975.

+/- 3 Off Shore Patrol Vessels
1 Mariano Alvarez
(Mariano Alvarez). 330 tons, 52 meters (ex US 1990's Cyclone PB's). Transferred by 2004.

2 Generale Emilio Aguinaldo
(Generale Emilio Aguinaldo, Generale Antonio Luna). 210/280 tons, 44 meters. Commissioned by 1990/1999.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
2 Kagitingan
(Bagong Lakas, Bagong Silang). Uncertain data ?

8 Tomas Batillo
(Tomas Batillo, Boni Serrano, Bienvenido Salting, Salvador Abcedel, Ramon Aguirre, Nicolas Mahusayl, Dionisio Ojedal, Emilio Liwanagl). 170 tons, 37 meters (South Korean Chamsuri design), transferred by 1995/2006.

3 Conrado Yap
(Leopoldo Regis, Apollo Tiano, Sulpicio Fernandez). Uncertain data ?

Inshore Patrol Crafts
22 Jose Andrada
(Jose Andrada, Enrique Jurado, Alfredo Peckson, Simeon Castro, Carlos Albert, Heracleo Alano, Liberto Picar, Hilario Ruiz, Rafael Pargas, Estor Reinoso, Dioscoro Papa, Ismael Lomibao, Leoviglido Gantioqui, Federico Martir, Filipino Flojo, Anastacio Cacayorin, Manuel Gomez, Teotimo Figoracion, Jose Loor Sr, Juan Magluyan, Florencio Inigo, Felix Apolinario). 56+ tons, 24 meters. Commissioned by 1990+...

2 Alberto Navarette
(Alberto Navarette, Abraham Campo). Uncertain data ?

29 Swift PB 3
Uncertain data ?

Some RHIB, likely some others small crafts ?

+/- 7 Medium Amphibious Ships
Up to 5 US LST
4800 tons, 116 meters (ex US 1940's LST). Current status unclear, maybe no longer ops ?

2 Bacolod City
(Bacolod City, Dagupan City). 4200 tons, 83 meters. Commissioned by 1993/1994.

Small Amphibious Crafts
1 LCT Mk6
(Manobo).

Up to 3 LCU
Uncertain data ?

Up to 6 LCVP
Uncertain data ?

Up to 30 LCM
Uncertain data ?

Auxiliaries Ships
Uncertain data ?

PHILIPINOS MARINES 7500
Armored Transport Vehicles (wheeled): 24 LAV-300
Amphibious Armored Transport Vehicles: 30 LVTP-5; 55 LVTP-7
Artillery (towed): 150 M-101 (105mm)
Mortars: Some M-30 (107mm).

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE (40 500)
Patrol Boats
14 Rodman
Uncertain data ?

Aircrafts
- 2BN-2 Islander (transport)
- 3 Lancair 320 (training)

PHILIPPINOS COAST GUARDS
Offshore Patrol Vessels ?
4 San Juan
Uncertain data ?

1 Balsan
Uncertain data ?

Midshore Patrol Crafts ?
4 Ilocosnorte
Uncertain data ?

2 Tirad
Uncertain data ?

Inshore Patrol Crafts
4 Agusan;
Uncertain data ?

3 De Havilland
Uncertain data ?

12 Swift
Uncertain data ?

Up to 2 others dozens of small crafts ???

Helicopters
- Up to 3 SAR

PHILIPINOS NAVAL AVIATION
- 8 BN-2A Islander (may be only 4 ops ?)
- 2 Bo-105 (maybe 3 others unserviceable ?)
- 2 Cessna T-41D 1 Robinson R-22 (uncertain ?)

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Vietnamese Navy

2011-10-05T21:10:00.008+02:00

Preparing for a major modernisation

Cartography
Of the entire Vietnam land aera, around 4 200 km² (1,3%) were of water. Coastline (excluding islands) is 3,444 km (2,140 mi)

Personnal Strenght 13 000

2 Corvettes
2 Dinh Thien Hoang
(Dinh Thien Hoang, Ly Thai To). 1500/1900 tons, 102 meters (Russian 11660 3.9 Gepard corvette design). Commissioned by 2011, likely to remain in service until late 2030's/early 2040's.

5 Petya (3 Petya II & 2 Petya III)
(HQ-09, 11, 13, 15, 17). 900/1100 tons, 81+ meters (ex 1960’s Russian Petya II/III corvettes). Transferred by 1978/1984, now ageing ships, likely to be retired during 2010's.

6 Submarines
6 improved Kilo
Expected by 2014-2019

2 Midget submarines
2 Yugo.

Ligth Corvette/Fast Attack Missile Crafts
1 Paul (project 1241.2)
550+ tons, 58 meters (ex Russian Pauk corvette).

2 Tarantul V (project 1241-RE)
(HQ-375/376). 56 meters, 500+ tons.

7 Tarantul I (project 1241)
maybe only 4 ops ( HQ-371/374, 378, 381). 480+ tons, 52 meters (ex 1980’s Russian Tarantul I FAC)

8 Osa II (project 205M)
180+ tons, 37+ meters (late 1960’s Russian Osa II FAC design). Transferred by 1979/1981

Fast Attack Torpedo Crafts
5 Turya (project 206ME)
maybe no longer ops 220+ tons, 39+ meters (ex Russian Turya 206ME 1970’s MTB crafts). Transferred by 1984/1986.

3 Shershen (project 206)
220+ tons, 39+ meters (ex Russian Shershen 206 1960’s MTB crafts). Transferred by 1979/1983.

2 Svetlyak (project 1041.2)
Uncertain data ?

Inshore Patrol Vessels
8 to 24 HQ-56
22+ meters crafts, uncertain data ?

4 HQ-37
Uncertain data ?

14 Zhuk (project 1400M)
Transferred by 1978/1990.

up to 22 Riverine Patrol
Up to 22 Swift Boat Mk II & Mk VI

up to 8 Minewarfare ships
2 Yurka (project 266)
520 tons, 52 meters (ex Russian Yurka 266 1960’s MCM design). Transferred by 1979.

4 Sonya (project 1265E)
450 tons, 48+ meters (ex Russian 1980’s Sonya 1260 MCM design). Transferred by 1987/1988.

2 Yevgenya (project 1258)
90+ tons, 26+ meters (rx Russian 1970’s Yevgenya 1258 coastal MCM design). Transferred by 1984.

Amphibious Ships
3 LST (ex US's LST)
116 meters, 4800 meters. Maybe no longer ops ?

3 Polnocny (project 771)
(HQ-511/513). 750+ tons, 74 meters (ex Russian 1960’s Polnocny B LCT). Transferred by 1979/1980.

up to 5 LCU-1466
180/360 tons.

10 to 12 T-4 (project 1785) LCM Transferred by 1979.

Auxiliary Ships (uncertain data about ships caracteristics ?)
1 HQ-966 (logistic ship)

2 BD-621 (logistic ship)

1 Sorum (project 745)

1 Voda (project 561)

2 Nyrat-2 (Project 376U)

2 PO-2 (project 376)

2 ex us 53 meters coastal tanker

2 Chaolocco

Severals Tugs

VIETNAM NAVAL INFANTRY 27 000
With likely some armored vehicles, guns & mortars...

VIETNAM NAVAL AVIATIONS
Some Aircrafts & helico from the Vietnamese Air Force able to conduct SAR, Patrol & Anti-Ships ops ?

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the R.O.C Navy

2011-09-09T14:20:00.024+02:00

Desperately trying to modernize, facing the Chinese giant

Cartography:
Coastline of 1,566.3 km (973.3 mi); 3,720 km2 (1,436 sq mi) is territorial water claims.

Personnal Strenght: 45 000 (+67 000 reserve).

4 Destroyers
4 Kee Kung
(Kee Lung, Su Ao, Tso Ying, Ma Kong). 7200/8000 tons, 172 meters (late 1970's US AAW destroyer). Transferred by 2005/2006, likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

22 Frigates
8 Chi Yang
(Chi Yang, Fong Yang, Fen Yang, Lan Yang, Hae Yang, Hwai Yang, Ning Yang, Yi Yang). 3800/4200 tons, 134 meters (Ex US 1960's Knox FFG). Transferred by late 1990's, now ageing ships but likely to remain in service until at least late 2010's.

8 Cheng Kung
(Cheng Kung, Cheng Ho, Chi Kuang, Yueh Fei, Tzi I, Pan Chao, Chang Chien, Tian Dan). 4100 tons, 138 meters (US O.H Perry FFG design). Commissioned by 1993/2004, likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

6 Kang Ding
(Kang Ding, Si Ning, Wu Chang, Di Hua, Kun Ming, Chen De). 3200 tons, 125 meters (derived from the French 1990's Lafayette FFG design). Commissioned by late 1990's, likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

12 Corvettes
12 Jing Chiang
(Jing Chiang, Dang Chiang, Sing Chiang, Feng Chiang, Tzeng Chiang, Kao Chiang, Jin Chiang, Hsiang Chiang, Tze Chiang, Po Chiang, Chang Chiang, Chu Chiang)

Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
+/- 47 Hai Ou
45 tons, 21+ meters (derived from the Israeli Dvora craft). Commissioned trought 1980's/1990's.

Up to 30 Kung Hua VI
170 tons, 34+ meters. Commissioned since 2003.

4 Submarines
2 Hai Lung
(Hai Lung, Hai Hu). 2300/2600 tons, 66+ meters (Dutch improved Zwaardvis SSK design). Commissioned by 1987/1988.

2 Hai Shih
(Hai Shih, Hai Bao). 1500/2400 tons, 95 meters (Ex 1940's US Tench SSK).

Off shore patrol Crafts
9 PCL
(PCL 1-9), 140 tons

+/- 10 Minesweespers
4 Yung Yang
(Yung Yang, Yung Tzu, Yung Ku, Yung The). 850 tons, 52 meters (US 1950's Agressive MCM design).Transferred by 1994.

4 Yung Feng
(ex German MMW50 coastal MCM). uncertain data ?

2 (3?) Osprey
880+ tons, 57 meters (Ex 1990's US Osprey MCM).

+/- 3 Large Amphibious Ships
1 Hsu Hai
(Hsu Hai). 14 000 tons, 169 meters (ex US 1960's Anchorage LSD). Transferred by 2000.

2 Chung Ho
(Chung Ho, Chung Ping). 4700/8500 tons, 159 meters (ex US 1960's Newport LST). Transferred by 2000.

Medium & Small Amphibious Ships
7 Chung Hai
(Ex US 1940's LST). Current status unclear.

4 Mei Chin
(Ex US 1940's LSM). Current status unclear.

Up to 20 LCU.
.
Up to 100 LCVP.
.
Up to 170 LCM.
.
3 Tugs/Salvage Tugs
1 Ta De
(Da Juan). 1900+ tons, 65+ meters (ex US 1940's fleet tug). Transferred by 1994.

1 Tai Hu
(Tai Hu). 1600 tons, 65 meters (ex US 1940's Fleet Tug). Transferred by 1977.

1 Ta Tung
(Ta Tung). 1200 tons, 62 meters (ex US 1940's Fleet Tug). Transferred by 1976.

Auxiliary Ships
1 Yuen Feng (Transport)
(Yuen Feng)

1 Wu Yi (oiler)
(Wu Yi)

1 Ta Kuan (Oceanographic Research ship)
(Ta Kuan)

2 Chung Bai (coastal transport)
Uncertai data ?

2 Wu Kang (coastal transport)
Uncertain data ?

1 Wan An (Coastal Transport)
Uncertain data ?

R.O.C COAST GUARD (17 000)
Various Patrol Boats
2 Ho-Hsing
(Uncertain data ?)

2 Taipei
(Uncertain data ?)

2 Mou Hsing
(Uncertain data ?)

1 Yun Hsing
(Uncertain data ?)

3 Dao Hsing
(Uncertain data ?)

4 Shun Hu
(Uncertain data ?)

2 Kinmen
(Uncertain data ?)

1 Shun Hsing
(Uncertain data ?)

4 Hai Cheng
(Uncertain data ?)

4 Hai Ying
(Uncertain data ?)

12 Various crafts
(Uncertain data ?)

R.O.C MARINES (15 000 troops).
Amphibious Armored Transport Vehicles: 54 AAV-7A1; 150 LVTP-5A1.
Artillery (towed): Some 105mm and 155mm.
Anti-Tank Recoiless Gun: Some 106mm

R.O.C NAVAL AVIATION
Aircrafts
- Up to 32 S-2 Tracker (ASW): with 24 S-2E Tracker and 8 S-2G Tracker (maybe a total of 24 only Ops ???).
- 12 P-3C Orion (ASW/Maritime Patrol).

Helicopters
- 19 or 20 S-70C Seahawk (ASW).
- 9 Hughes 500MD (ASW), now maybe unserviceable ?

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

Future of the Thai Navy

2011-09-09T13:10:00.020+02:00

Always very ambitious...

Cartography

Of the entire Thai land aera, only 0,4% were of water (Rivers/Lakes). Coastlines : 3219 Km.

Personnal Strenght 69 000+
(44 000 regular (included Naval Aviation, Marines, Coastal Defence) and 25 000+ conscript).

1 Light Carrier
1 Chakri Naruebet
(Chakri Naruebet). 11 000+ tons, 182+ meters (design derived from Spanish Principe de Asturias CVL). Commissioned by 1997, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around late 2020’s.

9 Frigates
2 Phutthayotfa
(Phutthayotfa Chulalok, Phutthaloetla Naphalai). 4000 tons, 134 meters (ex US 1960’s Knox FFG). Transferred by 1994/1996.

2 Naresuan
(Naresuan, Taksin). 2900 tons, 120 meters. Commissioned by 1995.

4 Chao Phraya
(Chao Phraya, Bangpakong, Kraburi, Saiburi). 1600/1900 tons, 103+ meters (modified Chinese Type 053 frigates design). Commissioned by 1991/1992.

1 Makut Rajakumarn (now used as a training ship)
(Makut Rajakumarn). 1600/1900 tons, 97+ meters. Commissioned by 1973.

Submarines
Few SSK's expected by late 2010's.

4 Corvettes
2 Ratanakosin
(Ratanakosin, Sukhothai). 950+ tons, 77 meters (US 1970’s corvette design). Commissioned by 1986/1987.

2 Tapi
(Tapi, Khirirat). 880/1100 tons, 84 meters (US 1970’s corvette design).

9 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
3 Rajcharit
(Rajcharit, Vitiyakom, U domdej). 250+ tons, 49+ meters. Commissioned by 1979/1980.

3 Prabbrorapak
(Prabbrorapak, Hanhak Sudtru, Soo Pirin). (German TNC 45 FAC design). Commissioned by 1976/1977.

3 Chonburi
(Chonburi, Songgkla, Phuket). 400/450 tons, 57+ meters (Italian MV 400 TH FAC design). Commissioned by 1981/1983.

Large Amphibious Ships
1 LPD
(Angthong). 7600 tons (derived from the Singaporian Endurance LPD). To be delivered by 2012.

1 Fleet Tanker
1 Similan
(Similan). 22 000 tons, 171 meters (ex Russian/Chinese AOR tanker). Transferred by 1996.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
3 Khamrosin
(Kamronsin, Thaychanon, Longlom). 350/630 tons, 57 meters. Commissioned by 1991.

6 Sattahip
(Sattahip, Klongyai, Takbai, Kangtang, Thepa, Theai Mueang). 280+ tons, 50 meters. Commissioned by 1983/1986.

Others Patrol Boats (uncertain data ?)
2 Pattani (OPV)

(Pattani, Narathiwat). 1440/1635 tons, 95+ meters. Commissioned by 2007/2008.

3 Hua Hin
(Hua Hin, Klang, Sriracha).

up to 6 Tor 991(patrol boat)
(T-991/996). 180+ tons. T-991/993 delivered by 2007, T-994/996 under construction.

THAI MARINE POLICE (2200)
+/- 3 Off Shore Patrol Boats (uncertain data ?)
1 Srinakrin
2 Hameln

+/- 4 Mid Shore Patrol Boats (uncertain data ?)
2 Chasanyabadee
1 Yokohama
1 Sriyanont

In Shore Patrol Boats & others small crafts (uncertain data ?)
6 Ital Thai Marine
1 Burespadoog kit
3 Cutlass
3 Technautic
Severals dozens of additional small crafts ?

ROYAL THAI COASTAL DEFENSE COMMAND
Some 155mm guns.
Some 37 & 40mm AA guns.
Some Manpads.

THAI MARINE CORPS (23 000 troops)
Armored Transport Vehicles (Wheeled): 24 LAV-150 Commando; Maybe up to 12 BTR-3
Amphibious Armored Vehicles: 33 LVTP-7
Artillery (Towed): 36 105mm; 12 155mm (GC-45)
Anti-Tanks Missiles (Towed): 24 HMMW Tow
Anti-Tanks Missiles (Manpats): M47 Dragon; Tow

THAI NAVAL AVIATION (1200)
Aircrafts
- 9 AV-8S Matador (dubious state...)
- 7 Do 228 Dornier (maritime patrol)
- 6 F-27 200/400 Fokker (maritime patrol)
- P-3T Orion (maritime patrol)
- 1 CL-215 Canadair (SAR/Firefighting)
- 5 N 24A Gaf Normad (transport)
- 12 to 14 T-337 Cessna (training, light attack)
- Up to 2 ERJ-135LR Embraer (transport)

Helicopters
- 8 Bell 212 (transport)
- 7 Bell 214 (transport)
- 6 SH-60B Seahawk (ASW)
- 6 S-76B Sikorski (SAR)
- Up to 6 MH-60S Knighthawk (Transport/SAR)
- Up to 4 Super Lynx 300 (anti ship)

As usual, It may be that in my "fleet review", I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion

"Combat Fleets Of The World" will take a different way...

2011-09-03T19:08:00.003+02:00

Hi Loyal Readers ;)

"Combat Fleets Of The World" will take a different way...

After two intensive years for this Blog, its path will change

(Fortunately for me) New Job Activities will prevent me from updating this blog on a "Daily basis" (or maybe worse, on a "Weekly basis"...).

"Warships Daily News" will therefore disappear

In the short term (following weeks, following months)
I hope (?) to finish some Asian Fleets "Review" (Thailand, Philippine, Vietnam, Taiwan) and perhaps (?) some remaining European Fleets (Romania, Poland, Bulgaria).
Updates of "Warships Daily News" will be rare, sporadic and incomplete...

In the medium term (6+ months)
I will try to finish the missing reviews of some largest navies (India, Japan, China, Russia, US Navy Amphibious Fleet, US Navy Auxiliary Fleet...).
Updates of "Warships Daily News" will be rare, sporadic and incomplete...

In the Long-term (1+ year)
Hopefully, I want to progressively fully update all "Fleets Reviews".
I plan to deeply change this blog (from a "News" blog toward a "Navies/Fleets - Strenght/Size" blog).

...as usual...Wait & See :)

Now, It will be almost impossible for me to update on a "Daily basis" (or even worse, on a "weekly basis" ?) this blog.

So, despite the "slowdown Daily/Weekly updates" of this blog, stay tuned and watch my blog !!!

Best regards
Mike Colombaro

Future of the Indonesian Navy

2011-09-02T12:46:00.011+02:00

A major regional power

Carthography
Of the entire Indonesian Land aera, around 93,000 sq km (35,908 sq mi) or 4,84% were of waters (Lakes/Rivers…).
Coastlines: 54,716 km (islands included) ; 17,508 islands (…”only”…6,000 of which are inhabited). A EEZ of 6,159,032 km2

Personnal Strength +/- 45 000

7 Frigates
6 Ahmad Yani
(Ahmad Yani, Slamet Riyadi, Yos Sudarso, Oswald Siahaan, Halim Perdanakususma, Karel Satsuitubun). 2200/2800 tons, 113 meters (ex 1960’s Ducth Van Speijk FFG). Transferred by 1986/1987, modernised through 2000's with newer missiles, likely to remain in service until late 2010's.

1 Hajar Dewantara (training frigate)
(Hajar Dewantara). 1800 tons, 96+ meters. Commissioned by 1981.

+/- 23 Corvettes
4 Diponegoro
(Diponegoro, Sultan Hasanuddin, Sultan Iskandar Muda, Frans Kaisiepo). 1600+ tons, 90 meters (Ducth Sigma 9113 FFG design). Commissioned by 2007/2009, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around 2040.

Discussion underway between Indonesian & Dutch about the purchase of some newer 105 meters Sigma corvettes (Sigma 10 514 design). 1st ship operational by 2014...

3 Fatahillah
(Fatahillah, Malahayati, Nala). 1100/1400 tons, 83 meters. Commissioned by 1979/1980, with probably +/- 35 year of service expected, to be retired during 2010's

16 Kapitan Patimura
(Kapitan Patimura, Untung Suropati, Nuku, Lambung Mangkurat, Cut Nyak Dien, Sultan Thaha Syaifudin, Sutanto, Sutedi Senoputra, Wiratno, Memet Sastrawiria, Tjiptadi, Hasan Basri, Imam Bonjol, Pati Unus, Teuku Umar, Silas Papare). 800/950+ tons, 72 meters (ex early 1980’s East German Parchim I FFG corvettes). Transferred by 1992, likely to remain in service until late 2010's/early 2020's.

2 Submarines
Few future submarine expected (Russian Kilo or German/Turkis/South Korean Type 209 SSK's very likely...).

2 Cakra
(Cakra, Nanggala). 1350+ tons, 59+ meters (German Type 209/1300 SSK design). Commissioned by 1981, refitted by 2004/2011, likely to remain in service until early 2020’s.

7+ Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
Up to ? Clurit

(Clurit). 44 meters (Indonesian KCR-40 FAC design). Launched by early 2011. Maybe some others crafts planned ?

4 Mandau
(Mandau, Rencong, Badik, Keris). 250+ tons, 53+ meters (US large 1970’s PB design). Commissioned by 1979/1980.

2 Salawaku
(Salawaku, Badau). 150/200 tons, 37 meters (Former late 1970's Brunei FAC). Transferred during 2011.

12 Off-Shore Patrol Vessels
4 Todak
(Todak, Hiu, Layang, Lemadang). 440+ tons, 58+ meters (German PB 57 V design). Commissioned by 2000/2004.

2 Pandrong
(Pandrong, Sura). 420+ tons, 58 meters (German PB 57 IV design). Commissioned by 1990/1991.

2 Singa (ASW)
(Singa, Ajak) 420 tons, 58+ meters (German PB 57 II ASW). Commissioned by 1988/1989.

4 Kakap
(Kakap, Kerapu, Tongkol, Barakuda). 350 tons, 58+ meters (German PB 57 I SAR). Commissioned by 1988/1989.

+/- 22 Mid-Shore Patrol Vessels
8 Sibarau class
(Sibarau, Suliman, Sigalu, Silea, Siribua, Siada, Sikuda, Sigurot). 140 tons, 32+ meters (Australian built). Built by 1967/1968.

13 Boa
(Boa, Welang, Suluh Pari, Katon, Sanca, Warakas, Panama, Kalakae, Tedong Naga, Kobra, Anakonda, Patola, Taliwangsa). 90 tons, 35 meters. Built by 2004/2005.

1 Cucuk (Patrol Boat/Diver Tenders)
(Cucuk).170 tons, 35+ meters (former Singaporian 1990's ship). Transferred by 2002.

In-Shore Patrol Vessels
18 Kal Kangean
(1101/1118). 44+ tons, 24+ meters. Built by 1987/1990.

7 Fast Patrol Boats
(1119/1125). 45 tons, 12+ meters. Built by 1992/1997.

11 PC-40
(Viper, Piton, Weling, Matacora, Tedung Selar, Boiga, Krait, Tarihu, Alkura, Birang, Mulga). Commissioned by 2006.

1 Tenggiri
(Tenggiri). (Former Australian HMAS Ardent). Transferred by 2007.

+/- 2 ? Mine-Sweepers
2 Pulau Rengat
(Pulau Rengat, Pulau Rupat). 500 tons, 51+ meters (European MCM Tripartite design). Commissioned by 1988.

Up to 9 Kondor II (uncertain status ?)
(Pulau Rote, Pulau Raas, Pulau Romang, Pulau Rimau, Pulau Rondo, Pulau Rusa, Pulau Rangsang, Pulau Raibu, Pulau Rempang). 400+ tons, 56+ meters (ex East German Kondor II 1970's coastal MCM). Transferred by 1993, now no longer in service ?

Medium/Large Amphibious Ships
1 Dr Soeharso (ex Tanjung Dalpele LPD)
(Dr Soeharso). 11 000/13 000 tons, 109 meters. Commissioned since 2004.

4 Makassar (LPD)

(Makassar, Surabaya, Banjarmasin, Banda Aceh). 7300/11 300 tons, 122+ meters. Commissioned by 2007/2011.

6 Teluk Semangka (LST)
(Teluk Semangka, Teluk Penyu, Teluk Mandar, Teluk Sampit, Teluk Banten, Teluk Ende). 1800/3700 tons, 100 meters. Commissioned by 1981/1982.

12 Teluk Gilimanuk (LSM)
(Teluk Gilimanuk, Teluk Celukan Bawang, Teluk Cendrawasih, Teluk Berau, Teluk Peleng, Teluk Sibolga, Teluk Manado, Teluk Hading, Teluk Parigi, Teluk Lampung, Teluk Jakarta, Teluk Sangkulirang). 1700/1900 tons, 90 meters (ex East German 1970’s Type 108 Frosch I LSM). Transferred by 1992/1994.

2 Teluk Sirebon (LSM)
(Teluk Sirebon, Teluk Sabang). 1500 tons, 90 meters (ex East German 1970’s Type 109 Frosch II LSM). Transferred by 1992/1994.

1 LST-542 (LST)
(Teluk Bone). 1600/4000 tons, 99+ meters (ex US 1940’s LST). Transferred by early 1970’s. Now no longer in service.

Small Amphibious Crafts
4 LCU
(Dore, Kupang, Dili, Nusa Utara).

Up to 20 LCM (Mk6)
24+ tons, 17 meters, built by 1988.

Up to 24 LCVP (Mk7)
13 tons, 10+ meters, built by 1981/1982.

6 Sekoci (LCP)
28 meters.

6 Oceanographic and Research Ships
1 Baruna Jaya VIII
(Baruna Jaya VIII). 1300 tons, 66+ meters. Built by 1998.

4 Baruna Jaya I
(Baruna Jaya I-IV). 1100/1300 tons, 60 meters. Built by 1989/1995.

1 Jalanidhi
(Jalanidhi). 700/900+ tons, 54 meters. Built by 1964.

1 Auxiliary Ships
1 Multatuli (Command Ship)
(Multatuli). 3200/6700 tons, 111+ meters. Built by 1962.

Up to 5 ? Tankers/Oilers
1 Arun
(Arun). 4700/11 500 tons, 140+ meters (ex British 1960's Rover AO ship). Transferred by 1992.

1 Sungai Gerong
(Sungai Gerong). Small Oiler, transferred around 1996.

1 Sorong
(Sorong). 8700 tons, 112 meters. Commissioned by 1965.

2 Fleet Tugs
(Soputan, Leuser). Uncertain data ?

3 Harbor Tug
1 Lampo Batang
(Lampo Batang). 250 tons, 28 meters, built by 1961.

2 Tambora
(Tambora, Bromo). 250 tons, 24 meters, built by 1961.

INDONESIA MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND
2 Hungarian Tisza (cargo ship)
(Teluk Mentawi, Karamaja). 2000 tons, 74+ meters. Built by 1963/1964.

1 Nusu Telu (cargo ship)
(Nusu Telu). 1950's small cargo, now no longer ops.

1 Sambu (coastal tanker)
(Sambu). 2800 tons, 70+ meters. Built by 1965.

1 Balikpapan (coastal tanker)
(Balikpapan). 69+ meters (1960’s built). Purchased by 1978.

1 Teluk Amboina (LST)
(Teluk Amboina). 4000 tons, 99+ meters (derived from US 1940's LST design). Built by early 1960's.

3 Kupang (LCU)
(Kupang, Nusantara, Dili). 400 tons, 42+ meters (US LCU 1610 design). Built by 1978/1980.

1 Amurang (LCU)
(Dore). 180+ tons, 38 meters. Built by 1968.

1 Soputan (Salvage Tug)
(Soputan). 2100 tons, 66 meters. Built by 1996.

INDONESIAN ARMY (mainly logistics landing crafts)
3 ADRI XLI
(ADRI XLI-III). 480 tons, 32+ meters. Built by 1982.

5 ADRI XXXIII
(ADRI XXXIII-VII). 300 tons, 32 meters. Built by 1979/1981.

1 ADRI XXXII
(ADRI XXXII). 490 tons, 37 meters. Built by 1979.

1 ADRI XL
(ADRI XL). 520 tons, 44+ meters. Built by 1981.

2 ADRI XXXVIII
(ADRI XXXVIII-IX). 145 tons, 26+ meters. Built by 1981.

4 ADRI XVI
(ADRI XVI-XIX). 700 tons, 53+ meters. Built by 1963/1964.

1 ADRI III
(34 meters, built by 1954.

INDONESIAN SEA COMMUNICATION AGENCY (COAST GUARD ?)
4 Golok (MPV's)
(Golok, Panan, Pedang, Kapak). 200 tons, 37+ meters. Built by 1982.

5 Kujang (MPV's)
(Kujang, Parang, Celurit, Cundrik, Belati). 120 tons, 38+ meters. Built by 1981.

6 PAT 01 (IPV's)
(PAT 01/06). 12 tons, 12+ meters. Built by 1978/1979.

1 Hecla
(Dewa Kembar). 1900/2700 tons, 79+ meters (ex British 1960's Hydrographic Survey Ship). Transferred by 1986.

- Status of 2 Support Ships (Karimata, Wagio) unclear ???

- Status of some Transport ships (Tanjung Oisina, Tanjung Nusanive, Tanjung Fatagar, Karang Tekok) unclear ???

+ severals Commercial Passenger Vessels used (loaned ?) for Inter-Island used communication & so...

2 Sail Training Ships
1 Dewaruci
(Dewaruci). 800+ tons, 58 meters. Built by 1953.

1 Arung Samudera
(Arung Samudera). 280 tons, 39 meters, built by 1991.

INDONESIAN MARINE POLICE (+/- up to 60 crafts)
2 Bisma (PB's)
600 tons, 61 meters, built by early 2000's.

7 ? Jasa (Inspection/Navigation Crafts)
(Antares, Altair, Adhara, Arcturus, Aldebaran, Mokmer, Marapa). 500+ tons, built by 1999/2000.

Up to 9 DKN 908 (small PB's)
(DKN 908/916), buil by 1961/1964.

Up to 10 DKN 504 (small PB's)
Built by 1963/1964.

6 Carpenteria (small PB's)
(KAL-II 201/206), built by 1976/1977.

+/- 32 "Chase-Boats" (small PB's)
Built by 1982/1986.

Up to 14 "Bango" (small PB's ?)
Unreliable data ?

INDONESIAN MARINES (15 to 20 000 troops)
Light Tanks: 55 PT-76 (no longer in service ?)
Reco: 21 BRDM
Armored Transport vehicles: 24 AMX-10P; 10 AMX-10 PAC 90
Armored Transport Vehicles (wheeled): 100 BTR-50P
Artillery (towed): 22 LG1 Mk II (105mm); 28 M-38 M-1938 (122mm)
Rockets Launchers: 12 BM-14 (140mm)
Mortars: 81mm
AA Guns: around 150 included 40mm Bofor (L/60/70) and towed 57mm (S-60)

INDONESIAN NAVAL AVIATION +/- 1000
Aircrafts:
- Up to 4 Socata TB-9 Tampico GT (training)
- Up to 5 Socata TB-10 Tobago GT (training)
- Up to 3 Bonanza G-33 (light transport)
- 2 DHC-5D Buffalo (transport)
- up to 15/16 GAF N-22B Searchmaster (Maritime Patrol/Transport) and 6/10 GAF N-22 SL Searchmaster L (Maritime Patrol/Transport).
- 2 Casa 235 MPA (Maritime Patrol).
- 3 Casa 235M and 4 Casa 212-200 (Maritime Patrol/Transport).
- Various Transport planes: Up to 4 PA-34 Seneca; 4 Rockwell Commander 100 (no longer ops); 6 PA-38 Tomahawk.

Helicopters:
- 2 Bo-105 (utility), up to 4 others in reserve ?
- 3 EC-120 B Colibri (Utility), 6 others ordered
- 2 Mi-2 Hoplite (utility), up to 6 others in reserve ?
- 3 to 5 AS-332 Super Puma (ASW)
- Up to 9 HAS-1 Wasp (ASW, no longer ops)
- 4 to 8 Bell 412 Twin Huey (utility)

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Royal Malaysian Navy

2011-09-02T08:13:00.012+02:00

Defend the Malacca Strait and a country cut in two, what challenge !

Cartography
Of the entire Malay land aera, only 0,3% were of waters (rivers/lakes).
Coastline of 4,675 kilometres (2,905 mi), whereby Peninsular Malaysia has 2,068 kilometres (1,285 mi), while East Malaysia has 2,607 kilometres (1,620 mi) of coastline. A EEZ of 334,671km2 claimed.

Personnal Strenght +/- 14 000

4 Frigates
2 Lekiu
(Jebat, Lekiu). 1800/2200 tons, 105 meters (British 1990’s light frigate design). Commissioned by 1999, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to remain in service until late 2020's/early 2030's.

2 Kasturi
(Kasturi, Lekir). 1500/1900 tons, 97+ meters (German FS 1500 light frigate design). Commissioned by 1984, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired during 2010's.

4 Light Corvettes
4 Laksamana
(Laksamana Hang Nadim, Laksamana Tun Abdul Jamil, Laksamana Muhammed Amin, Laksamana Tan Pusmah). 650+ tons, 62+ meters (former ex Iraqi 1980's light corvettes). Transferred by 1997/1999.

+/- 8 Fast Attack Crafts
4 Handalan (no longer ops)
(Handalan, Perkasa, Pendikar, Gempita). 240+ tons, 42+ meters (Sweden Spica 1970's design). Commissioned by 1979. Now ageing FAC

4 Perdana (no longer ops)
(Perdana, Serang, Ganas, Ganyang). 230/260 tons, 47 meters (French Combattante II early 1970's design). Commissioned by 1972/1973.

6 Ocean Patrol Vessels
6 Kedah
(Kedah, Pahang, Perak, Terengganu, Kelantan, Selangor). 1800 tons, 91 meters (derived from German Meko 100 design). Commissioned by 2006/2010.

8? Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
6 Jerong
(Jerong, Tudak, Paus, Yu, Baung, Pari). 210/250 tons, 44+ meters (German 1970's B45 gunboat). Commissioned by 1976/1977.

2 ? Sri Kedah
(Sri Perlis, Sri Johor). 100 tons, 31+ meters (1960's British PB's). Commissioned by 1968, now no longer in service

2 Submarines
2 Abdul Rahman
(Abdul Rahman, Abdul Razak). 1800 tons, 70 meters (Scorpene SSK design). Commissioned by 2009.

Auxiliary Ships
2 Sri Indera Sakti (logistic ship)
(Sri Indera Sakti, Mahawangsa). 1800/4300 tons, 100 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1981.

1 Pearl (Hydrographic/Survey Ships)
(Pearl). 1900 tons, 71 meters. Commissioned by 1978.

1 Foreigner (Hydrographic/Survey Ships)
(Foreigner). 1900 tons, 67+ meters. Commissioned by 1998.

1 Tunas (Royal Yacht)
(Tunas). 230 tons, 35+ meters. Commissioned by 1989.

1 d'Turtles (Divers Tender/Tug/Buoy Tender)
(d'Turtles). Uncertain data ?

2 Harbor Tugs
(d Mussels, Bot Delay One). Uncertain data ?

2 Support Ships
(Bunga Mas Lima, Bunga Mas Six).8000 tons, 132+ meters. Commissioned by 1997.

2 Fast Transport Ships
2 Sri Three
(Sri Three, Sri Gaya).110 tons, 37+ meters (Australian fast small transport troops design). Commissioned by 2001

Small Amphibious Crafts
2 Jernih (LCU)
(Jernih, Terijah). 290 tons, 38 meters, built by 1977.

Up to 5 LCM (Mk6)
LCM 1-5 (US LCM6 design). Built by 1970’s.

Up to 9 LCPV
(RCP 1-9). 15/30 tons, built by 1974.

Up to 15 ageing LCP
19 tons, 14+ meters, built by 1965/1966.

1 Training Ships
1 Hang Tuah (Training Frigate)
(Hang Tuah). 2300+ tons, 97+ meters (former Ghana/British late 1960's light frigate). Transferred by 1977.

4 Mine-Warfare Ships
4 Mahamiru
(Mahamiru, Jerai, Ledang, Kinabalu). 600 tons, 51 meters (Italian Lerici MCM design). Commissioned by 1985/1986.

MALAYSIAN MARITIME ENFORCEMENT AGENCY (+/- 4500)
2 Ocean Patrol Vessels
2 Musytari
(Musytari, Marikh). 1300 tons, 75 meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985.

2 Offshore Patrol Vessels
2 Langkawi
Uncertain data ?

2 ? Mid Shore Patrol Vessel
1 Sri Kedah
(Sri Melaka). 100 tons, 31+ meters (1960's British PB's). Commissioned by 1964.

1 Lembing
Uncertain data ?

Others Mid-Shore & In-Shore Patrol Vessels (uncertain data ?)
15 Gagah.
5 Ramunia.
2 Nusa.
15 Sipadan.
2 Rhu.
10 Pengawal.
1 Peninjau.
5 Pelindung.
5 Semilang.
2 Penggalang.
4 Penyelamat.
1 Pengaman.
38 Kilat.
4 Malawali.

1 Merlin (Training Ship)
Uncertain data ?

MALAYSIAN MARINE POLICE (2100)
up to 30 ? Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
9 Imp PX
15 Lang-Hitam
6 Sangitan

Others
Up to 120 various Inshore Patrol Vessels, Small Crafts, RHIBs & so...
Up to 8 Support and transport Vessels

MALAYSIAN CUSTOMS SERVICE
8 Patrols Crafts
2 Combatboat 90H
6 Perak
Up to 36 others various small crafts.

MALAYSIAN NAVAL AVIATION (160)
Helicopters:
- 6 Lynx (ASW/ASUW, able to carry Sea-Skua light anti-ship missiles)
- 6 AS-555 Fennec (Utility)
- 3 Dauphin AS-365 (SAR)

Some Malaysian Air Force & Police helicopters were SAR capable...

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Royal Brunei Navy

2011-09-01T20:16:00.011+02:00

A little Navy in a hot aera !!!

Cartography
Of the entire Brunei land aera, 8+% were of waters (rivers/lakes).
Coastlines: 161 kilometers (100 mi), 500 square kilometers (193 sq mi) of territorial waters, a up to 25 427 km2 Of EEZ claimed.

Personnal Strenght : 1000

3 Ocean Patrol Vessels
3 Darussalam
(Darussalam, Darulehsan, Darulaman), 80 meters (German OPV design). Commissioned by 2011.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
4 Itjihad
(Itjihad, Berkat, Syafaat, Afiat). 41 meters (German MPV design). Commissioned by 2010.

3 Fast Attack Missile Crafts (no longer in service)
3 Waspada
(Waspada, Pejuang, Seteria). 150/200 tons, 37 meters (British 1970’s FAC design). Commissioned by 1978/1979. Waspada & Pejuang apparently transferred to the Indonesian Navy during 2011 ?

3 ? In-Shore Patrol Boat
3 Perwira ???
(Perwira, Penyerang, Pemburu). 30+ tons, 21+ meters. Commissioned by 1974/1975, now no longer in service.

4 Small Amphibious Crafts
2 Serasa (LCM/LCT)
(Serasa, Teraban). 330+ tons, 36+ meters (1990’s Australian built). Commissioned by 1996.

2 Teraban (LCM)
(Damuan, Puni). 64+ tons, 22+ meters (1970’s British built). Commissioned by 1976/1977.

Others
1 burong Nuri (Tug/Diver Tender)
(Burong Nuri). 20+ tons, 17+ meters, built by 1982.

Up to 17 small riverine patrol boats ?
3/5 tons, 5 meters.

BRUNEI MARINE POLICE (1750, included land/air personnel)
+/- 23 In Shore Patrol Boats
3 Bendeharu
(Bendeharu, Maharajalela, Kemaindera). 60+ tons, 28+ meters. Commissioned by 1991.

Seven 14,5 meters
(PDB 11/15, 63, 68). 20 tons, 14+ meters. Commissioned by 1987.

11 PDB 0-1
(PDB 01/11), commissioned by 1987.

2 FDB 512
(Behagia, Selmat). 8+ tons, 12+ meters (british built).

4 Personnal Launches (riverine patrols)
(Aman, Damai, Sentosa, Sejahteru).

FISHERIES & INDUSTRY MINISTRIES
Some 16 meters patrol Boats.

BRUNEI NAVAL AVIATION (in fact Brunei Air Force)
Aircrafts:
- 1 CN 235M (Maritime Patrol).
Helicopters:
- Some S-70 Blackhawk, Bo-105, Bell 212, Bell 214 able to be used as a Patrol/SAR ops.

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Royal Saudi Navy

2011-08-26T20:37:00.011+02:00

Counter the Iranian threat, at all costs...

Cartography
Of the entire Saudi Arabia Land, 0,7% were of water
Coastlines: 2640 km; a EEZ of 228,633 km2 (with 34,023 km2 In the Gulf and 185,882 km2 In the Red Sea).

Personnal Strenght
+/- 15 000 (including 3000 marines)

Up to 2 destroyers ?
With the growing threat of Iranian ballistic missiles, rumors indicate the possible sale of "up to two US Arleigh Burke AAW (BMD capable) destroyers (second-hands or newly built ?)......as usual...wait & see.

This "possible purchase" could threaten the "Sawari III program" (it is very doubtful than the Saudis can buy up to 2 US large destroyers, 8 to 12 US LCS and 3 or 4 large French FREMM frigates....at the same time).

+/- 7 Frigates
Up to 3 or 4 newer Frigates ? (Sawari III program)
This contract (expected [hoped] by the French), would be 3 or 4 French FREMM frigates, expected to replace, around 2015/2020, the four ageing Al Medinah FFG's....as usual...wait & see...

3 Al Riyadh
(Al Riyadh, Makkah, Al Damman). 4500+ tons, 133 meters (Improved French Lafayette FFG design). Commissioned by 2002/2004, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around mid 2030's.

4 Al Medinah
(Al Madinah, Hofouf, Abha, Taif). 2500+ tons, 115 meters (derived from the French Georges Leygues FFG). Commissioned by 1985/1986, with probably +/- 30 year of service, to be retired by late 2010's.

+/- 13 Corvettes (to be replaced by 8 to 12 ? LCS)
4 Badr
(Badr, Al Yarmook, Hiteen, Tabuk). 900+ tons, 74+ meters (US 1970's corvette design). Commissioned by 1980/1983, with probably +/- 30 year of service, to be retired during 2010's.

9 Al Sadiq
(Al Sadiq, Al Faroung, Abdul Aziz, Faisal, Khalid, Amr, Tariq, Oqbah, Abu Obaidah). 450+ tons, 58+ meters (US 1970's small corvette design). Commissioned by 1980/1982, with probably +/- 30 year of service, to be retired during 2010's.

3 Mine-Hunters
3 Sandown
(Al Jawf, Shaqra, Al Kharj). 480 tons, 52+ meters (British Sandown MCM design). Commissioned by 1991/1994, with probably +/- 30 year of service, to be replaced around early 2020's.

Small Amphibious
4 Al Qiaq (LCU)
(Al Qiaq, As Sulayel, Al Ula, Afif). (US LCU 1646 design), built by 1975/1976.

4 to 9 Dheba (LCM)
(Al Leeth, Al Quonfetha, Haqil, Dheba, Umlus, 212, 214, 216, 218). (US LCM 6 design). Transferred by 1977, some maybe unserviceable ?

2 Auxilary Ships
2 Boraida (AO)
(Boraida, Yunbou). 10 000+ tons, 135 meters (modifief French Durance AO design). Commissioned by 1984/1985, with probably +/- 30 year of service, to be retired by late 2010's/early 2020's.

2 Royal Yacht
1 Abdul Aziz
(Abdul Aziz). 5200 tons, 147 meters, built by 1983.

1 Al Yamana
(Al Yamana), 1600 tons, 87 meters, built by 1988.

Many Smaller Crafts (Mid Shore/In Shore Patrols Vessels), uncertain data
Some SRN 6 Overcrafts
Maybe some "Rapier" Crafts
Maybe some "Scorpion" Crafts
Up to 2 Explorer CGV-26 IPV
Some "Halter" Crafts
Some "Simoneau 51"
Some others crafts.

Royal Saudi Marins +/- 3000 troops
Armored Vehicles: 140 BMP-600P

Saudi Naval Aviation
Helicopters
- 12 AS 532/AS 332 Cougar Mk II/Super Puma (with AM 39 anti ships missiles)
- 12 to 24 AS 365 Dauphin (with AS15TT light anti ships missiles).
- 13 Bell 406 CS Combat Scout (status uncertain ?)
- Up to 64 ? NH 90 ? expected to replace nearly all ageing helico (1980's/1990's built).

Next Fleet Review : Future of the Indonesian Navy

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Future of the Singapore Navy

2011-08-26T20:07:00.005+02:00

Between protecting the Straits of Malacca and confront the arms race in Asia...

Cartography
Of the entire Singaporian land aera, only 1,4% were of water (Rivers/Lakes)
Coastlines: 193 km (63 islands included), with a EEZ of 823 km2

Personnal Strenght +/- 9000
22000 regular and 1800 conscript (+ 5000 reservist)

6 Frigates
6 Formidable
(Formidable, Intrepid, Steadfast, Tenacious, Stalwart, Supreme). 3200 tons, 114+ meters (French Frigate design). Commissioned by 2007/2009, with a probable +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around late 2030's/early 2040's.

6 Submarines
2 Archer
(Archer, Swordsman). 1400+ tons, 60+ meters (former Sweden Vastergotland SSK's, late 1980's built). Transferred by 2009/2010, likely to remain in service until mid 2020's.

4 Challenger
(Challenger, Conqueror, Centurion, Chieftain). 1100+ tons, 51 meters (former Sweden Sjoormen SSK's, late 1960's built). Transferred by 1997/2001, likely to remain in service until late 2010's.

6 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
6 Victory
(Victory, Valour, Vigilance, Valiant, Vigour, Vengeance). 580/650 tons, 62 meters (German MGB 62 FAC design). Commissioned by 1990/1991, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around early/mid 2020's.

12 Patrol Crafts
12 Fearless
(Fearless, Brave, Courageous, Gallant, Daring, Dauntless, Resilience, Unity, Sovereignty, Justice, Freedom, Independence). 500 tons, 55 meters. Commissioned by 1996/1998, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around late 2020's/early 2030's.

4 Mine Warfare Ships
4 Bedok
(Bedok, Kallang, Katong, Punggol). 360 tons, 47+ meters (Sweden Landsort MCM design). Commissioned by 1995, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired by mid 2020's.

4 Medium Amphibious Ships
4 Endurance
(Endurance, Resolution, Persistence, Endeavour). 6500/8500 tons, 141 meters. Commissioned by 2000/2001, with probably +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around 2030.

Singapore Coast Guard (Singapore Police Force)
+/- 101 In Shore Patrols Crafts
2 Manta-Rays
(Manta Ray, Eagle Ray). 20 meters. Built by 1998.

12 Shark
(Hammerhead Shark, Mako Shark, White Shark, Blue Shark, Tiger Shark, Basking Shark, Sandbar Shark, Thresher Shark, Whitetip Shark, Blacktip Shark). 140 tons, 35+ meters (Dutch Damen StanPatrol 3507 design). Commissionned by 2009/2010.

11 Amberjack
(Amberjack, Salmon, Tuna, Coral Cod, Cosby, Dolphin, Leatherjacket, Mangrove Jack, Oscar, Pari Burong, Piranha). 20 tons, 14+ meters. Built by 1984.

8 Porpoise
(Porpoise, Hardyhead, PT14, Todak, PT16-17, Thread Fin, Dorado). 14+ meters. Built by 1987/1989.

25 Ray
(Angler Ray, PT22, Bull Ray, Butterfly Ray, Cownose Ray, PT26, Electric Ray, Flynose Ray, Flying Ray, Giant Reef Ray, River Ray, Roughtail Ray, PT34, Shovelnose Ray, Spotted Ray, Sting Ray, Thornback Ray, Torpedo Ray, PT61, PT62, Black Ray, Jaguar Ray, Flower Ray, Fiddler Ray, Starfish Ray). 18 meters, built by 1999/2000.

32 PC
(Tiger Ray, PC202, PC203, Kob, PC205, Rock Cod, PC207, Slinger, PC209, Sailfish, PC211, Snoek, PC213, PC214, PC215, PC216, PC217, Leopard Puffer, PC219, Silver Angel, PC221, PC222, PC223, Guinean, Spotted Bass, Sawtooth, PC227, Blackspot, PC229, PC230, PC231, Pickhandle). 11+ meters. Built by 2002.

11 PK
(Sailfish, Spearfish, White Marlin, Silver Marlin, Striped Marlin, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jumping Marlin, Billfish, Swordfish, Spikefish). 12 meters, built by 1995/2000.

Others Small Crafts
4 RHIB
(PJ-1/4). 6 meters. Built by 1997. 6 Others (White Marlin, Silver Marlin, Striped Marlin, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jumping Marlin).

Naval Aviation
Aircrafts
Few Fokker F50

Helicopters
Some SH-60 B Seahawk.

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Icelandic Navy (Coast Guard)

2011-08-26T17:06:00.008+02:00

Only Sized to protect its natural resources (fisheries...)

Great contribution by "godanov" ;)

Cartography
Iceland is an island nation. The fishing industry accounts for 40% of export income and employs 7% of the workforce.
Coastline: a 4,790 km, and an EEZ of 758,000 km2.

Personal Strength: +150

3 Offshore Patrol Vessels
2 Ægir
(Ægir II, Týr II). 1,214 tonnes, 71m. Commissioned by 1975.

1 Þór (Highly modified Norwegian Barentshav built at ASMAR yard in Chile)
(Þór III). 4000 tons, 94 m. Commissioned late 2011.

Auxiliary Ships:
1 Baldur (Hydrographic Research Vessel)
(Baldur). 50tons, 20m. Built 1991.

Naval Aviation:
Aircrafts:
- 1 Dash 8-300;

Helicopters:
- 1 AS-322L1 Super Puma.
- 1 AS-365n Dauphin 2.

With the increase in tourism, economic power, and probable near term EU membership, it is likely the Icelandic Coast Guard will receive more funding and equipment is the near-term, however it is unlikely to amount to changes in capacities but an increase in current types.

@ "Godanov"
I have not had time to check your data, but I +/- agree*** with your analysis, thank you !!!

***and add that :...remember that the economic crisis hit hard in Iceland, which will require small Iceland forces to "tighten their belts" for many years (in term of military budget...).

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Future of the Papua New Guinea Navy

2011-08-26T16:40:00.005+02:00

It survives thanks to Australian aid...

Great contribution by "Sam" ;)

Cartography:
Of the entire Papua land aera, about 2% were of water (rivers/lakes).
Coastline: 5 152 km; 9 980 km² of water; a EEZ of 2,396,214 km²; and hundred of islands.

Personnel: 200+
200 and +/- 15 Australian supervisors at high command and on each vessel.

Up to 7 Inshore Patrol Vessels
4 Pacific Class
162 tons, 31.5 meters (ANZAC patrol boat design) Commissioned 1987-89. Only one normally active due to fuelling and maintenance issues.

3 Attack Class
(Reserve, Decommissioned, ex-RAN) 100-146 tons, 32.8 meters (Australian patrol boat design) Commissioned (With PNG) 1974, decommissioned ~1988. Held in reserve, some reporters indicate possible usage as training ships. All that is known is that they are now rusting in the Navy part of Port Moresby harbour.

Up to 2 Medium Landing Crafts
2 Balikpapan class LCH
(316-503), 44.5 meters (Australian landing craft design) Commissioned (With PNG) 1974. Thought to be running at the end of their lifespan with both navies now, the RAN has just cancelled a program to replace theirs so it is likely all vessels will be decommissioned without proper replacement.

Up to 10 Other Vessels
Tugs, tenders etc, known to be around the Port Moresby, Manus Island and Milne Bay Naval Bases, unsure of name and quantity.
Warship Names :
Salamaua (01) [LCH]
Buna (02) [LCH]
Aitape (03) [Attack]
Samarai (04) [Attack] Ladava (05) [Attack]
Tarangau (06) [Pacific]
Dreger (07) [Pacific] Seeadler (08) [Pacific]
Basilisk (09) [Pacific]

Generally the Papua New Guinea DF Fleet is not in too bad a shape, thanks to the Royal Australian Navy there is a constant patrol boat of the RAN or Customs Service within their waters and the sailors of the force are very well trained compared to those of other, similar, navies.

For future plans it is extremely likely that they will probably get three or four new patrol vessels to replace the Pacific class from Australia of either the Protector Class IPV or the Armidale Class within the next few years. Some new landing craft may be purchased/donated but they will probably be of a more civilian design. A main desire of the force is to acquire a larger, offshore, vessel of around 2, 000 tons that would have a multi-role capability like the Austal MRV (Baby LCS) design. I would however doubt that they would be able to afford the maintenance on such a complex ship without further Australian support so a modified commercial vessel is much more likely.

@ "Sam"
I have not had time to check your data, but I "generally" agree with your analysis, thank you !!!

As usual, It may be that this "Fleet Review", Sam forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the United Arab Emirates Navy

2011-07-22T21:18:00.008+02:00

A considerable growing, to face Iranian Threat...

Cartography
Of the entire UAE land aera, the water was “negligible”.
Coastline: 1318 km, a EEZ of 58,218 km2.

Personnal Strenght: +/- 2500

Up to 7 Corvettes
1 Abu Dhabi
1650 tons, 89 meters (Italian Comandanti corvette design). To be commissioned by 2012, option for a second ship possible.

6 Baynunah
900+ tons, 71 meters (French Corvette design). Commissioned by 2011/2013.

+/- 12 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
2 Falaj 2
520 tons, 55 meters, option for 2 additionnal ships, to be commissioned by late 2012.

2 MGB-62
(Muray Jip, Das). 560/630 tons, 65+ meters (German FPB-62 FAC design). Commissioned by 1990/1991.

6 TNC-45
(Banyas, Marban, Rodqm, Shaheen, Saqar, Tarif). 230/260 tons, 45 meters (German TNC 45 FAC design). Commissioned by 1980/1981.

2 Mubarraz FAC
(Mubarraz, Makasib). 225/260 tons, 44+ meters (German improved TNC 45 FAC design). Commissioned by 1990.

+/- 6 Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
6 Ardhana
(Ardhana, Zurara, Murban, Al Ghullan, Radoom, Ghanadhah), 110/175 tons, 34 meters (british 110 ft PB design). Commissioned by 1975/1976, to be retired/replaced very soon by the 6 newest Baynunah Corvettes.

2 Mine-Hunters
2 Type 332 Frankenthal
(Al Murjan, Al Hasbah). 650 tons, 54+ meters (ex 1990’s German Frankenthal MCM). Transferred by 2006.

In Shore Patrol Vessels
20 patrol Boats
4 tons (uncertain data ?)

Medium/Small Amphibious Crafts
7 LCT
5 LCU
16 LCP

4 others crafts ?

EAU Coast Guard (uncertain data ?)
2 Protector
9 PBF
21 PB
6 PBI

Next fleet review/editorial: Future of the Royal Saudi Navy.

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Future of the Omani Navy

2011-07-22T21:06:00.008+02:00

A strategic position near the gulf for a strategic "Arabian Persian Navy"

Cartography
Of the entire Omani land aera, the water was “negligible”.
Coastline: 20 92 km, a EEZ of 533,180 km2.

Personnal Strenght: +/- 4200

5 Corvettes
3 Khareef
(Al Shamikh, Al Rahmani, Al Rasikh). 2500 tons, 99 meters (British design). Commissionned by 2012/2013.

2 Al Qahir
(Al Mua’zzar, Qahir Al Amwaj). 1100/1400 tons, 83+ meters (British Corvette design). Commissioned by 1996.

4 Fast Attack Missile Crafts
4 Province
(Dhofar, Al Sharquiyah, Al Bat’nah, Mussandam). 310/390 tons, 56+ meters (late 1970’s British FAC design). Commissioned by 1982/1989.

3 Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
3 Al Bushra
(Al Bushra, Al Mansoor, Al Najah). 450 tons, 54 meters (French modified P400 PB design), built by 1995/1996.

3 Amphibious Ships
1 Al Mabrukah
(Fulk Al Salamah). 10 000+ tons, 125 meters (British design). Commissioned by 1987.

2 Nasr Al Bahr
(Nasr Al Bahr, Al Sultana). 2500 tons, 93 meters (Algerian Kalaat LST design, likely derived from Russian ships). Commissioned by 1985+

Al Said (royal yacht Training Shabab Oman

Omani Police Coast Guard +/- 400
+/- 8 Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
3 CG 29
(Haras 7, 9, 10). 80/100 tons, 28+ meters (Sweden CG 29 PB design), built during 1980’s.

1 CG 27
(Haras 9). 50+ tons, 24 meters (Sweden CG 27 PB design), built during 1980’s.

4 Seeb
(Al Seeb, Al Shinas, Al Sadh, Al Khasab). 75 tons, 23 meters. Built by 1981.

Inshore Patrol Vessels
1 P 1903
(Haras 8). 30+ tons, 19+ meters (Dutch PT 1903 MkIII PB), built by 1981.

5 Zahra
(Zahra 14, 15, 17, 18, 21). 16/18 tons, 13+ meters. Built by 1981/1987

??? Haras
(Haras 1/5). 45 tons, 23 meters, built by 1975/1978.

Few dozens of small crafts probable, uncertain data...

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Future of the Qatari Navy

2011-07-22T20:55:00.005+02:00

A small but prosperous Navy

Cartography
Of the entire Qatari land aera, the water was “negligible”.
Coastline: 563 km, a EEZ of 31,590 km2.

Personnal Strenght +/- 1800

+/- 7 Fast Attack Missile Crafts
4 Vita
(375 tons, 53+ meters (British FAC design).

3 Combattante III
(Damsah, Al Ghariyah, R’Biva). 340/390 tons, 56 meters (late 1970’s French Combattante III FAC design). Commissioned by 1982/1983.

6 Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
Up to 6 Barzan
(Barzan, Hwar, That Assuari, Al Wusaail, Fateh al Khair, Tariq). 120 tons, 33+ meters (1970’s British PB design). Commissioned by 1975/1976, may be 2 ships already retired ?

In Shore Patrol Vessels
6 Damen Polycat 1450
(Q 31/36). 18 tons, 13+ meters (Dutch design), built by 1980.

2 Keith Nelson
45 foot 13 tons, 13+ meters (British design). Built by early 1970’s.

2 Marine Interceptor
1+ tons, built by 1975.

4 MV-45
17 tons, 13+ meters, built by 1989.

25 Spear
(Q 70/95). 4/10 tons, 9+ meters (British design). Built by 1974/1977.

5 P 1500 ? ou P1200

7 P1200
12+ tons, built by 1980

4 DV 15.
15 meters.

3 Helmatic M160

2 Helmatic Pilot crafts

4 Rotrork

1 Small Amphibious
1 Robha LCT

Others
11 RHIB

Coastal Battery
3 X 4 MM-40 missiles.

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Bahraini Navy

2011-07-22T20:33:00.007+02:00

A very small (but still powerful FAC ships) navy for a very small country

Cartography
Coastline: 161 km (100 mi), a EEZ of 8 884 to 10,225 km2.

Personnal Strenght: +/- 1200

1 Frigate
1 Sabha

(Sabha). 4100 tons, 138 meters (ex US O.H.Perry FFG). Transferred by 1996.

+/- 8 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
2 Al Manama/Ahmed Al Fateh
(Al Manama, Al Muharraq). 530/630 tons, 63 meters (German TN-62 FAC design). Commissioned by 1988.

4 Ahmad El Fateh (Ahmad El Fateh, Al Jaberi, Abdul Rahman Al Fadel, Al Tameelah). 220/270 tons, 44/46 meters (German TNC 45 FAC design). Commissioned by 1984/1989.

2 Al Riffa
2 Al Riffa (Al Riffa, Hawar). 180/200+ tons, 38+ meters (German FPB/TN-38 FAC design). Commissioned by 1981.

+/- 16 Patrol Boats
2 Al Jarim (Swift 20 foot)
(Al Jarim, Al Jasrah). 33 tons, 19+ meters (US PB design). Commissioned by 1982.

2 Wasp 11
(Saham 1/3). 7+ tons, 11 meters, built by 1983, now status uncertain.

2 Wasp 20
(Dera’a 4/5). 34/36 tons, 17+ meters, built by 1983.

1 Wasp 30
(Al Yusrah). 100+ tons, 29+ meters, built by 1985.

4 Halmatic 20
(Deraa 2, 6/8). 30+ tons, 17+ meters.

1 Halmatic 160 (support craft)
(Safra 3).160+ tons, 26+ meters, built by 1992+

4 Sword
(Saif 1-4). 15 tons, 13+ meters, built by 1980.

+/- 7 Medium/Small Amphibious Crafts
4 LCU 1466
(Mashtan, Rubodh, Suwad, Jaradah). 180/300+ tons, 35+ meters (US LCU design).

1 Tiger hovercraft
(Nijood). 4+ tons, 8 meters, built by 1995.

1 Marine LCU
(Safra 2). 150 tons, 22+ meters (British crafts design), built by 1980, status uncertain ?

1 Ajirah
(Ajirah). 400+ tons, 39+ meters (US LCU design). Built by 1982.

Others
10 wooden motor Dhows for logistics/patrol duties.

Bahraini Coast Guard +/- 260
+/- 22 crafts (15 less than 100 tons).

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Norwegian Navy

2011-07-15T16:16:00.011+02:00

Look toward NATO requirement and Artic interest

I am still lack time to fully+++ complete this review :(

Cartography
Of the entire Norwegian land aera, 16,360 km² were of lakes/rivers.
Coastline: 25,148 km (continental); 83,281 km (including…50 000 islands) A totals EEZ of 1 979 179 km² (the largest in Western Europe)

Personnal Strenght: +/- 3700
(+ a reserve of 22 000)

5 Frigates
5 Fridtjof Nansen
(Fridtjof Nansen, Roald Amundsen, Otto Sverdrup, Helge Ingstad, Thor Heyerdahl). 5200 tons, 134 meters (Spanish FFG design). Commissioned by 2006/2011, with probable +/- 30 year of service, to be retired around 2036/2041.

6 Submarines
6 Ula
(Ula, Utsira, Utstein, Utvaer, Uthaug, Uredd). 1000+ tons, 59 meters. Commissioned by 1989/1991, with probable +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around 2019/2021.

The Norwegian Navy has also shown interests in the new Swedish conceptual A-26 SSK and may order several submarines by the late of this decade ?...wait & see...

6 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
6 Skjold
(Skjold, Storm, Skudd, Steil, Glimt, Gnist). 270 tons, 47 meters. Commissioned by 1999/2011.

+/- 6 Mine-Hunters
3 Oksøy (MineHunters)
(Karmøy, Måløy, Hinnøy). 275 tons, 55 meters. Commissioned by 1994/1995.

3 Alta (Minesweepers)
(Alta, Otra, Rauma). 275 tons, 55 meters. Commissioned by 1996/1997.

+/- 20 Flexible Small Crafts
20 CB 90N
(Trondenes, Skrolsvik, Kråkenes, Stangnes, Kjøkøy, Mørvika, Kopås, Tangen, Oddane, Malmøya, Hysnes, Brettingen, Løkhaug, Søviknes, Hellen, Osternes, Fjell, Lerøy, Torås, Møvik). 14/19 tons, 14+ meters (Swedish CB 90N craft design). Commissioned by 1996/1998.

1 Fleet Tanker
1 Valkyrien
(Valkyrien). 3000 tons, 68 meters (former 1981 anchor-handling tug/supply vessel). Transferred by 1993/1995.

2 Various Support Ships
1 Viken (Diving Tender)
(Viken). 1984 built, uncertain status ?

1 Kjeoy (Logistic Support Tender)
(Kjeoy) 190 tons, 20+ meters, 1969 built, status unclear

1 Minesweeper/Minelayer
1 Tyr
(Tyr). 490/650 tons, 42+ meters (1981 civilian built). Transferred by 1993/1995.

1 Royal Yacht
1 Norge
(Norge). 1700+ tons, 76 meters, built by 1937.

1 Intelligence Ship
1 Marjata
(Marjata). 5300+ tons, 81+ meters. Commissioned by 1993.

+/- 7 Small Amphibious/Logistic Crafts
7 Gyda
(L 4540-4546). 7 tons, 13 meters (Type 1290), built by 2003/2004.

+/- 5 Torpedo Tenders/Torpedo Recovery Vessels
3 Rotvaer
(Rotvaer, Krottoy, Torpen). 215+ tons, 29 meters. Commissioned by 1977/1978, no longer in service ?

1 Vernoy (oil spill cleanup capable)
(Vernoy). 150 tons, 31+ meters, built by 1978.

1 Karlsoy
(Karlsoy). Data unclear ?

+/- 11 Personnal Transport/Launch Crafts
1 Hysnes
(Fosna). 38 tons, 15+ meters, built by 1985.

1 HP 20
(Ellida), built by 1999.

1 Welding
(Welding). 27+ tons, 16+ meters, built by 1974.

8 Others various Personnal Transport/Launch Crafts
(Magoy, Fjoloy, Odin, Ramnes, Wisting, Nordep, Arnoy, Marsteinen). Status unclear ?

+/- 3 Training Crafts
2 Hessa
(Hessa, Vigra). 40 tons, 23+ meters, 1978 built.

1 Hitra (training/museum ship)
(Hitra). 95+ tons, 33+ meters (famous WWII US SC coastal craft !).

3 Harbors Tugs
2 Sleipner
(Sleipner, Mjolner). 24 meters. Acquired by 2002.

1 Kvarven
Kvarven. 170 tons, 22+ meters (1979 built). Acquired by 1988.

4 SAR Crafts
(Marinej 1-4).

Various Crafts
6 Harek
(SHV 101-106). 10 tons, 13 meters (Type 1300 Mk2), built by 2003/2004.

Maybe few RIB assigned to shore stations ?
Few others harbors crafts, uncertain data ?

NORWEGIAN COAST GUARDS +/- 270
5 Nornen (ST-610)
(Nornen, Farm, Heimdal, Njord, Tor). 740+ tons, 47+ meters. Commissioned by 2006/2007+

1 Type UT 512
Harstad. 3100 tons, 83 meters. Commissioned by 2005.

1 Svalbard
Svalbard. 6100 tons, 103 meters. Commissioned by 2002.

3 Norkapp Type 320
(Norkapp, Senja, Andennes). 2200 tons, 105 meters, commissioned by 1981/1982, to remain in service until 2020.

+/- 5 Fisheries Patrol Vessels
1 Tromso
(Tromso). 2100 tons, 70 meters, commissioned by 1996.

1 Alesund
(Alesund). 1400+ tons, 63+ meters. Commissioned by 1996.

1 Stern Haul Lafjord
(Stern Haul Lafjord), 1800 tons, 55+ meters. Commissioned by 1978.

1 Malene Ostervold
(Malene Ostervold), 1600 tons, 69+ meters (1965 built), acquired by 2002.

1 Nordsjobas ?

1 Barentshav
(Barentshav). 3200 tons, 93 meters. Commissioned by 2009. 2 others ships planned (Bergen, Sortland).

NORWEGIAN COASTAL DEFENCE +/- 160
Torpedoes Battery: 3 Battery with +/- 18 torpedoes.
Missiles Battery: 5 Battery with +/- 30 tactical missiles.
Guns Battery: 6 x 75mm; 3 x 120mm guns Coastal fortress located at Oslofjord.

NAVAL HOME GUARD +/- 4900 reservist on mobilisation
- Up to 235 Small Crafts (of wich 77 less than 100 tonnes, many RHIB 's ?). Uncertain data.

NORWEGIAN NAVAL AVIATION
Helico
- 6 Lynx Mk86 (manned by Norwegian Air Force), to be replaced by few NH-90 ? in a near future...

Next fleet review/editorial: Four Fleet Reviews !!! Future of the "Bahraini", "Omani", "Qatari", & "Emirates" Navies.

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Finnish Navy

2011-07-15T15:48:00.009+02:00

The Paramount of the "Small Scall Coastal Warfare"

I am still lack time to find additionnal data about the smaller crafts :(

Cartography
Of the entire Finnish land aera, 31,560 km² (or 10%) were of water (Rivers/Lakes).
Coastline: 1,126 km (excludes islands and coastal indentations).

Personnal Strenght +/- 4100
(2000 conscript included).

Up to 6 ? newer corvette/Frigates ?
Next generation's Finnish surface combatant, bigger than the current missile crafts & more capable for international co-operation, is in pre-development stage. The new class of multi-purpose naval vessels, dubbed MTA 2020 in the preliminary papers, is intended to replace Hämeenmaa and Pohjanmaa class minelayers and Rauma class missile boats as they are retired, likely around 2018/2022.

+/- 8 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
4 Hamina
(Hamina, Tornio, Hanko, Pori). 250 tons, 51 meters. Commissioned by 1998/2006, with probable +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired around 2028/2036.

4 Rauma
(Rauma, Raahe, Porvoo, Naantali). 240+ tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 1990/1992, modernised by 2010-2013, with probable +/- 30 year of service, to be retired around ? 2020/2022.

Mine-Warfare Ships
2 Hameenmaa (Minelayers/Escort)
(Hämeenmaa, Uusimaa). 1400+ tons, 77+ meters. Commissioned by 1992, heavily modernised by 2006/2008 (newer gun, helico platform aft...), likely to remain in service until late 2020's.

1 Pohjanmaa
(Pohjanmaa). 1400+ tons, 78+ meters. Commissioned by 1979.

3 Pansio
(Pansio, Pyhäranta, Porkkala). 650+ tons, 43 meters. Commissioned by 1991/1992.

6 Kuha
(Kuha 1-6). 130+ tons, 31+ meters. Commissioned by 1975, to be retired by early 2010’s by the Katanpää-class.

7 Kiiski
(Kiiski 1-7). 20 tons, 15+ meters. Commissioned by 1975. (Unmanned radio controlled mine sweeping crafts).

Up to 3 Katanpää-class mine-countermeasure vessels
(Katanpää , Purunpää , third ship not yet named). 680 tons, 52+ meters, to be commissioned by 2011/2012 and to remain in service until 2040/2042.

2 Coastal ASW Crafts
2 Kiisla
(Kiisla, Kurki). 280 tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1988 (in the Finnish Coast Guards), transferred by 2002/2004.

+/- 9 Command Launch Crafts
4 Syoksy (command launch)
(Syoksy, Jymy, Raju, Vinha).

3 Trasko
(Trasko, Torso, Alskar).

1 Askeri
(Askeri).

1 Kemio
(Kustaanmeikka).

Severals dozens ? of Small Amphibious Crafts
+/- 38 ? Urmo Landing Crafts
U-601/638.

Uisko landing crafts
U 200's, U300's, U400's serie's.

+/- 35 G-Class
(G-101/135).

+/- 11 L-100 class
(L-101/106; L-108/113).

+/- 22 Coastal Transports/Coastal Crafts
2 Lohi
(Lohi, Lohm).

6 Hauki
(Hauki, Havouri, Hirsala, Hankoniemi, Hakuni, Houtskar).

4 Hila
(Hila, Haruna, Hasto, Hogsara).

2 Kala
(Kala 4, Kala 6).

5 Valas
(Valas, Mursu, Vahakari, Vaarlahti, Vano).

3 Kampela
(Kamplea 1-3).

2 Coastal Tugs
2 Haukippa
(Haukipaa, Kallanpaa).

+/- 7 Training Crafts
2 Lokki
(Lokki, Kajava).

2 Heikki
(H1, H3).

3 Fabian Wrede
(Fabian Wrede, Wilhelm Carpelan, Axel Von Fersen).

2 Pollution Control Vessels
Louhi.
Built by 2010/2011 (Minelaying capable).

Halli.
Uncertain data ?

Others Auxiliaries
2 Cable Ships
(K-410/411).

Finnish Coastal Defence
Anti-Ships Missiles
- Spike-ER (carried by coastal infantry).
- RSB-15 Mk3 (Truck carried).

Coastal Artillery:
Fixed Guns: +/- 56 100mm/56 TK (Tank Turrets).
Mobile Guns: +/- 30 130mm/53 TK; +/- 72 130mm/K54; maybe few 130mm K90/60 ?

Finnish Naval Aviation
Aircrafts
- 1 F-27 Maritime Enforcer (ASW).
- 2 DO-228 (Maritime survey, used by Frontier Guards).

Helico
- Some AS-332 Super-Puma, Bel 206 and Bel 412 able to be used as a naval helico (SAR, Survey...).

Finnish Frontier Guards +/- 3100 (Air/Land/Sea both included)
- Up to 6 Off-Shore Patrol Vessels ?
- Up to 60 small crafts (RHIB's, IPV's) ?

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !

Future of the Pakistani Navy

2011-07-08T15:33:00.011+02:00

At a crossroads...

Cartography
Of the entire Pakistani land aera, 2.87 % were of water (Rivers/Lakes).
Coastline: 1,046-kilometers (650 mi), EEZ of +/- 235,999 km2 (240,000 sq mi).

Personnal Strenght +/- 24 000
(included 1400 marines & 2000 Maritime Security Agency)

+/- 8/10 Frigates
Up to 4 ? newer Frigates
Expected to be received by 2015+. The 3 main serious options considered by the Pakistanis were:
- Buy 2 second-hands (but very young !) Chinese Type 054 Frigates (F-525/526).
- Buy 3 or 4 Improved F-22P (Tentatively named “F-23P”, These may be an improved variant incorporating features of the Type 054A frigates...).
- Buy 3 or 4 Chinese Type 054A Frigates (dubious because these FFG was “the state of the art” of Chinese fleet and it is highly dubious than the Chinese take a risk to see some of these latest technology to fell into US hands…)
- Buy 3 or 4 second-hands Chinese Type 053 H’s FFG.
As usual, Wait & See...

4 Zulfiquar
(Zulfiquar, Shamsheer, Saif, Aslat). 2500/3100 tons, 123 meters (Chinese F22P FFG design). Commissioned by 2009/2013. With probable +/- 30 year of service expected, to be retired by 2040/2045.

1 Alamgir
(Alamgir). 4100 tons, 138 meters (Ex 1980’s US O.H Perry FFG). Transferred by 2010, to remain in Pakistani service for at least 10/15 mores year, until mid 2020’s. Maybe few others O.H Perry expected during 2010’s to be transferred from the US Navy ?

6 Tariq
(Tariq, Babur, Khaibar, Badr, Shah Jahan, Tippu Sultan). 3200/3700 tons, 117 meters (ex British type 21). Transferred by 1993/1994, now ageing ships, likely to be progressively retired through 2010’s.

+/- 5 Submarines
From 3 to Up to 6 newer SSK’s ?
Since mid 2000's, the Pakistan Navy plans to buy 3 to 6 new submarines to replace the ageing Agosta 70’s SSK. After considering many SSK designs (Hispano/French Scorpene, French Marlin SSK’s, German Type 214…). Currently rumors talk about the possible purchase of up to 6 Chinese SSK’s
- Maybe up to 6 newer 3000+ tons “Qing” submarines (unlikely, because this Chinese SSK was "too newer").
- Maybe up to 6 newer Type 041 Yan SSK's. (Dubious, but not impossible).
- Maybe the sale of a handful of “second-hands” but still capable Chinese SSK’s (Type 039 Song's).
As usual, wait & see…

3 Agosta 90B
(Khalid, Saad, Hamza). 1250/1750 tons, 67+ meters (French Agosta 90 SSK design). Commissioned by 1999/2008.

2 Agosta 70
(Hasmat, Hurmat). 1200/1700 tons, 67+ meters (French Agosta 70 SSK design). Commissioned by 1979/1980.

3 Midget Submarine
3 MG-110
110+ tons, 27+ meters (Italian design). Commissioned by 1988+

+/- 6 Fast Attack Missiles Crafts
Up to 2 newer 500 FAC
500 tons, ordered from China by late 2010, likely to be completed by 2011/2012…

2 Jalalat II
(Jalalat, Shujaat). Commissioned by 1997/1999

1 Larkana
(Larkana). first ever indigenously designed and developed fast patrol craft by Pakistan Naval Dockyard. Commissioned by 1994.

1 Rajshahi
(Rajshahi). 115/140 tons, 36+ meters (1960’s British built). Commissioned by 1966, now fully obsolete ship, to be replaced by a newer Chinese built craft by early 2010’s.

Status of 2 others FAC unclear ? (Jurat or Jurrat ?, Quwwat or Guwwat ?)
- Maybe Jurat/Jurrat was a former chinese "Hegu" or "Hoku" ? (a Chinese version of the Russian "Komar") FAC ?, transferred by 1981.
- Maybe Quwwat/Guwwat was a former Chinese "Huangfen" FAC (a Chinese version of the Russian "Osa I"),? Transferred by 1984 ?

3 Mine-Hunters
3 Eridan
(Mujahid, Munsif, Muhafiz). 530/600 tons, 51+ meters (European Tripartite MCM design). Commissioned by 1992/1998, with probable +/- 30 year of life expected, to be retired around +/- 2022/2028.

Mid-Shore & In-Shore Patrol Boats
2 MRTP 33
(Zarrar, Karrar). Up to 6 others crafts were planned ?

2 MRTP 15
(01-02). Turkish built IPV.

12 Gulf patrol Crafts.
Uncertain data ?

5 patrol Crafts
(US Built). Delivered by 2010, uncertain data ?

Small Amphibious Crafts
12 Overcrafts
(12 Griffon).

+/- 8 Auxiliary Ships
1 Fuqing (Fleet Tanker)
(Nasr). (Chinese AO design). Commissioned by 1987.

1 Poolster (Fleet Tanker)
(Moawin). (ex 1960’s Dutch AO). Transferred by 1994.

2 Coastal Tanker
(Kalmat, Gwadar). 1400 tons, 62+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1992.

1 Behr Paima (hydrographic survey vessel)
(Behr E Paima). Japanese built. Commissioned by 1982.

1 Behr Khusha (Dredging vessel)
(Behr Khusha). 2000’s Chinese built. Transferred by 2008.

1 Attock (Small Tanker).
600/1200 tons, 54 meters, built by 1957.

2 others Auxiliary crafts
250 tons, 38 meters, built by 2003/2004.

6 Harbor Tugs
2 Rustom (harbor tugs)
(Rustom, Joshila). 200+ tons, 25 meters, built by 2001.

2 Bholu (habor tugs)
(Bholu, Gama). 265 tons, 26 meters, built by 1991.

2 Janbaz (habor tugs)
(Janbaz, Delair). 280+ tons, 35 meters. Commissioned by 1990/2000.

PAKISTANI MARITIME SECURITY AGENCY
6 Mid Shore Patrol Vesselss
4 Barkat
(Barkat, Nusrat, Rehmat, Vehdat). 400 tons, 58 meters (Chinese Hainan PB design). Commissioned by 1990.

2 Shanghai II
(Sabqat, Rafaqat). 120+ tons, 38+ meters (Chinese Shangai II PB design). Transferred by 1972/1973, now fully obsolete crafts.

PAKISTANI COAST GUARD
5 In Shore Patrol Vessels
1 Saif
(Saif). 32 tons, 20 meters (South Korean Swallow craft design). Built by 1986.

4 Saas
(Saad, Shabaz, Waqir, Burq). 22+ tons, 16+ meters (Italian MV 55 PB design). Built by 1987.

PAKISTANI CUSTOMS SERVICE CRAFTS
18 In Shore Patrol Vessels
18 MV 55
(P 551-568). 22+ tons, 16+ meters (Italian MV 55 PB design).

PAKISTANI MARINES +/- 1400

NAVAL AVIATION
Aicrafts
- +/- 7 P-3C Orion (Maritime Patrol)
- 7 Fokker F27-200 Friendship
- 4 Hawker 850 (transport)
- 2 Breguet Atlantique I (maybe a third unserviceable ?)
- +/- 13 Mirage IIIEP and 10 Mirage V PA3 with AM-39 anti-ship missiles capable

Helicopters
- 3 Lynx Mk3 (maybe 3 others unserviceable)
- 6 Sea-King Mk 45 (ASW)
- 6 to 8 SA-319 Alouette III (2 SA-319B & 4 SA-316…)
- 12 Z-9EC (ASW)

Pakistan Navy is trying to gradually upgrade its fleet. Its strategy of acquisition (Europeans, Americans, Chinese ships ...) shows that Pakistan does not want to "put all their eggs in one basket".... Despite this progressive modernization, the pakistani fleet can compete with the incredible growth in its main "state enemy"...the Indian Navy. The recent Taliban attack on one of its major naval bases demonstrates once again that interior terrorism/tribalism remain a major threat (very likely the greatest...) of Pakistan.

Next fleet review/editorial: Two Fleet Review !!! "Future of the Norwegian Navy" & "Future of the Finnish Navy".

As usual, It may be that in my opinion, I forgot programs ? (or made few mistakes ?, especially for the auxiliary and smaller ships), then SAID IT ! Feel free to comment and give your opinion !