Navantia to start construction of Avante class corvette for Morocco.

According to information published by the Cadena Ser on June 24, 2023, the Spanish Finance Minister María Jesús Montero announces that July 3 will mark the day for the Moroccan Avante class corvette's steel cutting ceremony at the Navantia San Fernando shipyard.
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Artist rendering of the Avante 1800 combatant corvette. (Picture source: Navantia)

The AVANTE family caters to a broad spectrum of patrol vessels, taking into account four diverse mission types: research, support, patrol, and combat. Moreover, it accommodates a wide array of displacements from 300 to 3,000 tonnes. From missile launchers, hydrographic vessels, and coast guard vessels to high-altitude patrol boats and combat-ready patrol vessels.

Consequently, vessels can be equipped with flight platforms for air operations, a hangar, hybrid propulsion systems, auxiliary vessels such as RHIBS, and the ability to operate multi-mission module containers. Furthermore, each ship is prepared to incorporate future equipment upgrades without the necessity for significant structural modifications.

The Avante 1800 and Avante 1400 are two distinct yet robust models in the Avante family by Navantia.

The Avante 1800 boasts an overall length of 89.0 meters and a maximum beam of 13.3 meters. With a draught of 4.0 meters, she possesses a full load displacement of 2,100 tonnes. The vessel can reach a maximum speed of 26 knots and a range of 4,000 nautical miles at 15 knots, combining speed and endurance effectively.

On the other hand, the Avante 1400 exhibits an overall length of 79.9 meters and a beam of 11.5 meters. With a maximum load draught of 4 meters, she holds a full load displacement of 1,500 tonnes.

The ship reaches a maximum speed of over 22 knots and covers a range of 4,000 nautical miles. She can accommodate up to 35 crew members and an additional 29 personnel.