Warrior class MMIPV SAS Sekhukhune joins a South African naval base.

According to a tweet published by Dean Wingrin on February 16, 2022, the first of the new Warrior-class inshore patrol vessels, SAS Sekhukhune (P1571), has arrived in Naval Base Simon's Town.
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Warrior-class inshore patrol vessel SAS Sekhukhune (Picture source: Damen)

The Warrior-class inshore patrol vessel is a class of multi-mission inshore patrol vessels (MMIPVs) built for the South African Navy by Damen shipyards and intended to replace the aging Warrior-class OPVs

They are based on the Stan Patrol 6211 and will have a maximum speed of 26.5 knots and a range of 4000 nautical miles. Designed to be built with the Sea Axe Hull - the first to operate in South Africa - the straight-edged bow will improve safety, comfort, and significantly reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Equipped with radar, combat management systems, a forward gun position, and various heavy machine guns, the vessels will also carry two RHIBs for boarding operations, with the aft deck being designed to accommodate various container arrangements that aid unique mission requirements.

They will be powered by four Caterpillar engines and will carry 2 RHIBs for boarding operations.