Damen Shipyards Cape Town (DSCT) has delivered the South African Navy’s third of three Multi-Mission Inshore Patrol Vessel (MMIPV), P1573, at Naval Base Durban. The delivery milestone, says Damen, represents the culmination
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Damen Shipyards Cape Town (DSCT) has delivered the South African Navy’s third of three Multi-Mission Inshore Patrol Vessel (MMIPV), P1573, at Naval Base Durban.
The delivery milestone, says Damen, represents the culmination of a strategic initiative by the South African Navy to enhance South Africa’s maritime security, while also advancing local shipbuilding capabilities and driving industrial development.
In a handover ceremony attended by senior South African Naval officials, local government representatives, industry partners, dignitaries, and other key stakeholders, the strategic importance of the MMIPV and the national significance of the project were appropriately celebrated.
Sefale Montsi, director at Damen Shipyards Cape Town, explained that the delivery of P1573 represents far more than the delivery of a vessel – it marks the fulfilment of a promise.
“From the outset, our commitment was clear: to support the South African Navy, empower the local shipbuilding industry, and enhance maritime security” said Montsi. “.With this delivery, we are proud to have honoured that commitment.”
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