Colombian Navy Frigate To Be Built by COTECMAR and Damen
Joint Venture Announced
On Tuesday, September 27, 2022, Colombian state-owned shipbuilder Cotecmar and Dutch shipbuilding company Damen signed a contract for the co-development of the Contractual Design of a new frigate for the Colombian Navy.
Partnership and Specifications
The two companies will work together to design and build the new frigate, which will measure 107.5 meters in length with a beam of 14.02 meters. The vessel will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology and weaponry, making it a formidable addition to the Colombian Navy's fleet.
Benefits to Colombia
The construction of the frigate will provide significant benefits to Colombia, including the creation of jobs, the transfer of technology, and the strengthening of the country's shipbuilding industry. The frigate will also enhance Colombia's maritime security and defense capabilities.
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