CHINA’S G4 NUCLEAR SUBMARINE DEVELOPMENT

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Monday, October 28, 2013, 4:29 AM
File PLA Navy submariners: Photo credit PLAN
PLA Navy submariners: Photo credit PLAN

Development of China’s fourth-generation nuclear submarines has been completed in the Northeastern Provinces of China: high performance vessels with low noise, reports People’s Daily online.

Informed by millitary expert Du Wenlong, ‘People’s Daily’ reported that the main characteristic of the fourth generation nuclear submarine would be its high performance. Compared with earlier submarines, modern attack submarines differ significantly in offensive power, possessing both anti-submarine capabilities and also strong potential for anti-ship action and attacks on land-based targets.

The fourth generation nuclear submarines of the United States and Russia already have these capabilities; China’s fourth-generation nuclear submarines too will be equipped with the appropriate torpedoes, along with missiles suitable for use against other sea-going or land-based targets.

On the question when these nuclear submarine will enter service, People’s Daily notes, again citing Du Wenlong, that completion of development and completion of construction are two different phases – the cycle from completion of development to manufacturing, and then to fitting out and launch, can be very long, perhaps several years.

Source: People’s Daily

THE U.S. NAVY’S FORWARD-DEPLOYED AIRCRAFT CARRIER USS GEORGE WASHINGTON BEGAN ITS FIRST NIGHT IN SINGAPORE WITH A WELCOME RECEPTION, OCT. 26.

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USS George Washington Hosts Diplomatic Reception

USS George Washington Hosts Diplomatic Reception

The U.S. Navy’s forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington began its first night in Singapore with a welcome reception, Oct. 26.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier hosted more than 500 U.S. and Singapore dignitaries, including the Honorable Kirk Wagar, U.S. ambassador to Singapore, and Rear Adm. Timothy Lo Khee Shik, fleet commander, Republic of Singapore navy.

“We’re here to build on our strong partnership with the Singapore navy and air force, and improve our capability of working together,” said Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery, commander, Battle Force U.S. 7th Fleet.

Guests at the reception were treated to food, drinks and a cake in the shape of the George Washington provided by the ship’s supply department.

They also witnessed a parading of the colors to both the United States and Singapore national anthems before the guests of honor, Wagar and Lo made remarks.

“Your presence here is tangible evidence of the unequaled bilateral relationship we share with Singapore,” said Wagar.

“Our two countries share a multi-faceted and solid relationship that is anchored by strong people-to-people ties, as well as many shared economic and security interests,” said Lo.

Lo also praised the cooperation between the U.S. and Singapore navies in search and rescue, and counter-piracy operations.

After the remarks, guests continued to while away the evening, enjoying cake and conversation with the Sailors of the George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5.

“We have a wonderful opportunity here to build on the incremental relationship we’ve had with Singapore,” said Wagar. “It’s a module for all our bilateral relationships around the world.”

George Washington and CVW 5 provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.
Press Release, October 28, 2013; Image: US Navy

TWO PAKISTAN NAVAL SHIPS, “KHAIBAR” AND “NASR” ARRIVED AT THE PORT OF COLOMBO ON 27TH OCTOBER 2013 ON A GOODWILL VISIT. THE SHIPS WERE CEREMONIALLY WELCOMED BY THE SRI LANKA NAVY IN ACCORDANCE WITH NAVAL TRADITIONS ON THEIR ARRIVAL.

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Pakistan Naval Ships Arrive at Port of Colombo

Pakistan Naval Ships Arrive at Port of Colombo

Two Pakistan naval ships, “KHAIBAR” and “NASR” arrived at the Port of Colombo on 27th October 2013 on a goodwill visit. The ships were ceremonially welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with naval traditions on their arrival.

The ships are heading home after an Overseas Deployment to South and South East Asia and participation in BRIDEX 13 in Brunei.

Khaibar is with a war ship a helicopter onboard. It is 117 meters in length it consists of a complement of 263 naval personnel and has a displacement of 2,062 tons. PNS Nasr is a Fleet oil tanker with a helicopter onboard. It is 170 meters in length and has a displacement of 14962.3 tons. It consists of a complement of 302 naval personnel.

The ships’ are scheduled to participate in joint exercise with Sri Lanka Navy prior to their departure on 30th October 2013. The ships complements will also participate in a special programme organized by the Sri Lanka Navy during their stay in Sri Lanka.
Press Release, October 28, 2013; Image: Sri Lanka Navy

DAVIE SHIPYARD FLOAT-OUT THE FIRST FOR TWO DECADES

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Monday, October 28, 2013, 4:52 AM
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‘Cecon Pride’ Photo courtesy of Cecon ASA

The traditional smashing of a champagne bottle on the first ship built at Canada’s oldest and biggest shipyard marked the christening ceremony and float-out of the ‘Cecon Pride’ in front of some 1,000 guests at the Davie Shipyard, also signalling the resurgence of shipbuilding in Quebec, informs the Gazette Montreal.

The Cecon Pride is the 717th vessel to be built at the Davie shipyard, which was itself launched in 1825.

This offshore service vessel is 130-m in length and specifically built to operate in the harsh conditions of the North Sea oilfields.

Source: The Gazette Montreal/Cecon ASA

HMAS SUCCESS RETURNED TO SEA ON 25 OCTOBER AND HAS COMMENCED SEA QUALIFICATION TRIALS AND A UNIT READINESS WORKUP PACKAGE.

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HMAS Success Returns to Sea

HMAS Success Returns to Sea

HMAS Success returned to sea on 25 October and has commenced Sea Qualification Trials and a Unit Readiness workup package.

The significant milestone marked the end of a complex refit package, which included an extensive docking, considerable engineering plant overhaul and structural work.

Commander Australian Fleet RADM Tim Barrett, AM, CSC, RAN and Commander Surface Force CDRE Jonathan Mead, AM, RAN were on the wharf to farewell the ship, and were visibly proud of what their personnel and supporting agencies had achieved.

The crew enjoyed a period of calm reflection as Success sailed through the harbour on a picturesque Sydney day, relishing in the end result of their efforts.

Commanding Officer, Captain Allison Norris said her ship’s company had put in many hours of hard work to return the battle tanker to sea.

“Every department on the ship put in substantial effort to get Success seaworthy.  Their willingness to come together as a team to get he job done was outstanding.”

“The engineering department’s commitment and dedication to progressing an intricate Test and Trials program among a busy whole ship program was particularly noteworthy,” said Captain Norris.

Success has now started Sea Qualification Trials and a Unit Readiness workup package.  The ship achieved alongside Mariner Skills Evaluation (MSE) on 16 October and are expected to attain Unit Readiness Certification by the end of 2013, in preparation for a busy operational program in 2014.

The familiar silhouette of Success is now back at sea, ready to RAS.
Press Release, October 28, 2013; Image: Australian Navy

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