A concept graphic of two Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment and Logistics Support Ships for the Portuguese Navy, released by Turkish shipbuilder STM on announcing winning the contract on 17 December 2024. (STM)
Turkish shipbuilder STM secured a contract for the design and build of two Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR) and Logistics Support Ships for the Portuguese Navy, the company announced on 17 December.
The contract marks Türkiye's first military ship export to a European Union and NATO member state. Construction is set to begin in 2025 with delivery expected to take place in 2028.
Under the AOR+ Project (Navio Reabastecedor de Esquadra e Logístico: NRE+), STM will act as the main contractor, with the ships built in a private Turkish shipyard under STM's project management.
With a length of 137.06 m, a beam of 19.1 m, a draught of 6.7 m, and a displacement of 11,000 tonnes, the vessels are designed for versatile operational roles.
They will have a range of 14,000 n miles at a cruising speed of 14 kt, with a maximum speed of 18 kt with diesel propulsion and 6 kt with electric propulsion.
Each ship will have an endurance of 90 days, with 50 crew, accommodation for 50 extra personnel, and temporary accommodation for another 100 on top of that.
The vessels will be equipped to provide solid and liquid cargo replenishment at sea, including 4,000 m3 of F-76 fuel, 350 m3 of F-44 aviation fuel, 650 m3 of fresh water, and 700 m3
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