Raytheon
Anschuetz, a German based, indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Raytheon
Company, was awarded a contract to provide the company's Integrated
Bridge and Navigation Systems for four Offshore Patrol Vessels for the
Royal Navy of Oman. Proven and deployed on commercial vessels, the Integrated
Bridge and Navigation Systems are scalable and adaptable to meet the
needs and requirements of military applications for large and small
naval platforms.
Under the contract, Raytheon Anschuetz will equip Oman's new Al-Ofouq-class
Offshore Patrol Vessels with a complete, new-generation IBNS. Included
in the scope of the program is comprehensive documentation and training
for instructors, operators and maintenance support personnel. |
Features
and Benefits of Raytheon Anschuetz's IBNS
The standardized human machine interface and increased functionality
of the multifunctional workstations of the IBNS empower crew to operate
from any workplace on the bridge. A consistent system design and the
use of standard hardware provide a high level of flexibility to adapt
the bridge system to various mission and naval requirements. The design
and components also help to reduce costs associated with engineering,
logistics, spares and technical support. |
Oman's
New Offshore Patrol Vessels
In 2012, the Royal Navy of Oman contracted with Singapore Technologies
Marine Ltd to design and build the four patrol vessels. The keel laying
for the first patrol vessel is planned for 2013 and all four vessels
are planned to enter service for the Royal Navy of Oman between 2015
and 2016. The new vessels will replace the old inshore patrol boats.
The new Al-Ofouq-class vessels will undertake various tasks associated
with national maritime security missions throughout the exclusive economic
zone of Oman. The vessel's length is 75 meters and will feature weapon
systems, a flight deck for helicopters or drones, and a maximum speed
of 25 knots. |
