Musherib-class offshore patrol vessel explained
The
Musherib class is a class of
offshore patrol vessels built by
Fincantieri for the
Qatari Emiri Navy.
[1] Development
Fincantieri showcased the Musherib-class offshore patrol vessels for the Qatari Emiri Navy during DIMDEX 2018. In August 2017, Qatar officially announced for the order of the two ships of the class after signing the contract in June 2016.[2] She started sea trials on 2 April 2021.[3]
They are able to operate high speed boats such as rigid-hulled inflatable boats with the help of lateral cranes and hauling ramps.
Ships in class
| Name | Hull no. | Builder | Laid down | Launched | Commissioned | Status |
|---|
| Q61 | Fincantieri, Muggiano | 27 February 2019[4] | 18 September 2020[5] | 29 January 2022 | In service |
| Q62 | | 5 June 2021[6] | 7 July 2022 | In service | |
Notes and References
- Web site: Fincantieri Musherib Class. 2020-11-23. fincantieri.com. en.
- Web site: Archus. Dorian. 2020-09-18. Fincantieri launches the first OPV of Qatar "Musherib". 2020-09-25. Naval News. en-US.
- Web site: White. Ryan. Qatari Emiri Navy's Musherib Class OPV Starts Sea Trials - Naval Post. 2 April 2021 . 2021-04-02. en-US.
- Web site: 2019-02-27. Fincantieri Starts Work On Qatar First OPV. 2021-06-05. Naval News.
- Web site: Vavasseur. Xavier. 2020-09-18. Fincantieri Launches First Offshore Patrol Vessel for Qatari Emiri Navy. 2020-11-23. Naval News. en-US.
- Web site: Vavasseur. Xavier. 2021-06-05. Fincantieri Launches Second OPV, Cuts Steel On Air-Defense LPD For Qatar. 2021-06-05. Naval News.
