Propulsion selected for new Peruvian Navy frigate programme

Kongsberg Maritime has a won a contract to supply its controllable pitch propeller systems for the first ship in the Peruvian Navy's new frigate programme.

As a key part of the Peruvian Navy's fleet modernisation, the multipurpose frigates will be built in Peru by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) and state-own shipbuilder SIMA Peru.

The new frigates are based on the HD HHI HDF-3200 frigate design. They will have a displacement of 3,400 tonnes, length of 127 metres and a maximum speed of 26.5 knots. They are designed for long range patrol capacity with a range of 6,000 nautical miles.

The Kongsberg Maritime contract will include twin controllable pitch propellers, shaftlines, bearing and seals, and associated control systems.

Björn ten Eicken, Kongsberg Maritime, Vice President - Naval, said: "The Peruvian Navy is embarking on a major fleet renewal, and we are delighted that our controllable pitch propeller technology, a popular choice for many of the world's navies, will feature on their first frigate.

"Propulsion is a key part of a navy's capability, and we are proud to supplying a product that combines decades of operating experience with the latest advances in hydrodynamics to provide a propulsion system that delivers efficient operation combined with excellent manoeuvrability."

"We look forward to working with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and SIMA Peru on this exciting, ambitious project."

The first frigate is due to be delivered in 2029.

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