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PROJECT SEA 1180-1 OFFSHORE PATROL VESSEL

Damen SEA 1180 team at the stage of finalizing When my father and uncle opened the first Damen Shipyard 90 years ago,
their response to the SEA 1180 RFT in March 2017. they were aware of the importance of being close to their customers.
This is one of our original company values, one that I have always sought to retain.
The team was supervised by Jan de Vries who has over This philosophy has taken us to all corners of the world, including the development
10 years of experience with Australian commercial and of a strong relationship with Australia. I have always found Australia a vibrant
government project as Project and Program Manager. country and have enjoyed sailing around its magnificent coasts a few years ago.
There is an open, positive approach to doing business here – something which
Project managers Wolter ten Bokkel Huinink, Vincent the country has in common with Damen.
de Leeuw, Arjan Suur, Juliënne de Groot and Marc
Jongen have worked with their sub teams developing KOMMER DAMEN – CHAIRMAN
the response you are about to experience.
At Damen we take a long-term view. I see this as being rooted in our family values;
The accumulated 200 years of experience in we want to build something sustainable for the future generations. This is what we
developing build strategies for overseas (non Damen) want to do in Australia. We want to work, together with the industry here, sharing
shipbuilders has played a vital role in our response. the knowledge that will ensure the foundation of a sustainable shipbuilding industry
for the years to come.
The team has been working extensively with our I see this as a fitting way to continue the strong cultural and business relationship
Australian partners developing a solution that provides between our two countries – something I witnessed personally when I accompanied
the Commonwealth with the best performing vessel, the Royal Visit of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands to
maximum uptime and Australian content which is Australia in 2016. I look forward to Damen playing its role in strengthening these
expected to grow to almost 100%. close ties with Australia for the future.

ARNOUT DAMEN – CCO MEMBER OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD (left)

Damen has been delivering vessels to Australia since the start of the century.
I’ve been personally involved in the country for the past 11 years and have had
the pleasure of seeing the relationship develop. Today, we have delivered almost
100 vessels in the region and established our organisation within the country.
I’m very much looking forward to continuing to build on this firm foundation,
and working together with the local (maritime) supply chain in the development
of a robust, sustainable shipbuilding industry for Australia.

ROLAND BRIENE – AREA DIRECTOR ASIA PACIFIC (right)

ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY PROJECT SEA 1180 – 1 Project SEA 1180-1 Offshore Patrol Vessel provides
the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) the opportunity to
significantly step up in capability for its offshore patrol
vessel (OPV) requirements.

The future OPV will be one which is capable of
operating multiple mission types, either as part of a
task group or independently, with minimum crew and
far better sustainment performance than previously.

There is an improved integration capability with
existing major and minor fleet units from this platform
and an ability to use the OPV as a mine warfare and
hydrographic survey platform in the future.

INTRODUCTION

Teaming with Damen, the Commonwealth of Australia Damen is the natural partner for the Commonwealth Damen’s vision for the future includes an Australia
(the Commonwealth) has the opportunity to acquire and to engage with on this endeavour. Damen itself has Continuous Naval Surface Shipbuilding Enterprise that
sustain a far more advance fleet of OPVs, future focused unparalleled experience in shipbuilding around the is characterised by:
and representing value for money for the entire world at over 50 sites simultaneously and is adept at n export of Naval and Commercial variants of the OPV
capability life cycle. transforming unproductive ship building organisations
The Damen OPV will offer improved endurance, into world class exporters of naval and commercial vessels;
seakeeping, reduced crew and improved sustainment. ships. Partnered with local ship builders, steel fabricators n sustained and highly efficient shipbuilding industry,
These vessels will be complementarity with future minor and other key suppliers to the shipbuilding industry,
warfare vessels, mine warfare and hydro graphic survey Damen provides Australia the solid foundation upon including a robust network of SMEs;
capabilities with a capacity to replicate some or all of which to build a lasting Australian Naval Shipbuilding n knowledge shared between Damen and Local experts
these functions from this multi-role vessel in the future. Enterprise.
and opportunities for secondment;
A fundamental outcome for the project is to create the The relationship between the Dutch and the Australians n support to the warfighter, through reliable, efficient
foundation for a sustained continuous naval shipbuilding dates back more than 400 years when Dirk Hartog first
capability in Australia. One which: landed on the Western Australian coast. platforms which meet operational requirements and
n develops capability with tangible knowledge In more recent times, the common strategic interests deliver enhanced capability;
highlighted by the Royal Visit last year have resulted in n trained (diversified) personnel moving into leadership
exchange from international partners; the Australian and Netherlands military organisations with local industry organisations;
n transforms the Australian Shipbuilding Industry into working side-by-side in the battlefields of Afghanistan, n constant throughput of potential employees being
the war torn areas of Ukraine following the MH17 educated and entering the industry;
a competitive regional player for ship construction tragedy, and as students together on the Netherlands- n integration with local R&D organisations;
and sustainment; based Submarine Command Course. n a more robust maritime supply chain that is integrated
n recognises the need for a flexible marketplace The overarching conclusion from these current and past nationally in support of all ship building, sustainment
of collaboration between industry, research and operations was that the nations work well together, have and upgrade activity across Australia; and
development, academia and Defence to deliver a similar work ethic and are remarkably aligned from a n Australian organisations now applying and
and innovate to meet the changing requirements cultural perspective. Australians like the open, straight- experienced in intellectual property relating to
of the RAN, Australian commercial shipping as well forward and honest approach that the Dutch bring to modern ship building.
as regional shipping; and business. These traits will result in an environment
n promotes the capability development of the current where the language and cultural issues associated with
and future workforce in the Australian Shipbuilding previous Australian Naval shipbuilding activities will not
industry, allowing personnel from other industries be an issue for Project SEA 1180-1 if Damen is selected
to transition into ship building and providing as the Prime Contractor.
future Australian workers with a high value add,
technologically advanced and exciting career.

BREATH OF DAMEN EXPERIENCE CONTINUOUS NAVAL SHIPBUILDING PARTNERSHIP

Damen’s proposal meets the Commonwealth’s DEMONSTRATION OF DAMEN’S PROVEN Damen is committed to providing a comprehensive suite Damen has teamed in Australia with a combination of
requirements of CASG/SHIP/RFT0226/16, namely by DELIVERY OF CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS of training packages that will provide personnel already partners comprising the very capable and innovative
committing to the on time delivery within budget of The publically owned Royal Schelde Group ship building in or transitioning into Australian shipbuilding with the Forgacs Marine and Defence (Forgacs) and Defence
highly effective multi-role OPVs and the establishment organisation was losing money because of inefficiencies training required to undertake their roles safely and and the naval shipbuilding experience of ASC.
of a sustainable and competitive Australian Continuous and lack of orders. It had lost its world leading efficiently. Training will be provided to those personnel Damen is of the view that the longstanding experience
Naval Ship Building Capability. Damen is at the fore- reputation for delivery of quality vessels and needed to working for organisations that have agreed to join the of ASC together with the construction experience
front of designing and building all types of vessels for be recovered. Damen acquired the organisation taking Damen OPV project supply and to select personnel and innovation in Forgacs underpins a significant new
defence and commercial tasks. Our design that you ownership and the responsibility for it’s accumulated who are hoping to transition into the shipbuilding force in Australian shipbuilding based on a values led
have selected, the proposed OPV, builds from our debt. In 3 years Damen was able to introduce the industry. Training will include introductory and certificate approach. To that end ASC and Forgacs Marine and
experience in constructing 160 highly effective vessels modularised and standardised approach to naval ship courses in shipbuilding. We will attract graduates to Defence will establish a Joint Venture.
per year which meet both military and commercial construction and return the organisation to profitability our programs through offering scholarships for those
requirements. and a reputation for world class naval ship construction. graduating from relevant university degrees, cadetships This joint venture creates the foundation of Damen’s
at Damen shipbuilding sites and other research and Australian involvement, a foundation upon which many
Damen’s OPV will deliver to the RAN an enhanced REQUIREMENTS higher degree programs with universities. other components are built. With the involvement
ability to execute a wider range of constabulary Transform the efficiency and quality of ship building of all Australian organisations Damen is committed
tasks as well as selected military response options, construction at Schelde. Damen will additionally provide those organisations to assisting with growing ship building capability
with a minimal number of crew based on the innovation Regain the reputation for quality naval shipbuilding and becoming part of the supply chain with the access within Australia. Damen has significant experience
and the level of technology onboard our vessel. resume exports of naval vessels. to best practice ship building applications, including in developing capability of ship builders world wide
systems which support 3D Design access and usage, and has had considerable experience transforming
Under any resultant Contract for the delivery of SERVICES AND PRODUCTS DELIVERED production scheduling, integrated logistics and sharing shipbuilding organisations across the globe.
the OPVs, Damen will be fully responsible to the Damen transformed the way that Schelde personnel of innovative ideas. Online training in these systems
Commonwealth for the delivery of a much more approached their work, including adopting Damen’s will also be made available to select personnel in the The combination of partners and Damen will work
effective capability. This will include specialist approach to modularisation and standardisation. organisations who have joined the Damen supply chain. closely together to achieve optimal results for the
assistance from co-operating partners well known Transformation from a cultural perspective was Commonwealth. As directed, Damen is ready to support
to Damen. generated through a systematic process. construction of the first two vessels in South Australia
We aim to do this with the Australian shipbuilding and then from the third vessel onwards in Western
Furthermore, the Commonwealth will capitalise on industry not through ownership but through a Australia.
Damen’s significant experience in global shipbuilding, collaborative partnering approach as a key part of
supported by best practice integration of technical, revitalizing shipbuilding in Australia. Damen and the partners recognise the critical role in
project, Integrated Logistic Support and risk maintaining and developing trained personnel in South
management. Australia to bridge the gap between the completion of
the Air Warfare Destroyer and the commencement of
the Future Frigate construction (SEA 5000), and has a
contingency plan to address this.

DAMEN’S PARTNERS ARE ALREADY INVESTING IN THE
INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIRED TO CONSTRUCT THE DAMEN
OPV IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA. COMMONWEALTH FUNDING
REQUIREMENTS ARE MINIMISED

CONTRACTING STRUCTURE INTEGR ATION TRANSFORMATION ROADMAP

The proposed governance structure for the OPV project Damen is noted for working in cooperation with its Damen’s vision is to lay the foundation for continuous
is depicted below. The diagram clearly shows how partners by integrating and collaborating fully with naval shipbuilding in Australia and to play a significant
Damen holds prime responsibility for the project and them. This allows for closer governance, knowledge part in helping develop the capability of the Australian
for the ongoing relationship with the Commonwealth. transfer and sharing of ideas. Shipbuilding industry.
Damen’s key partners, the Joint Venture ASC/Forgacs,
intend to base themselves in Henderson in WA. The figure below outlines the integration of the We have the experience, know-how, systems and
Upon contract award a small combined business team proposed project team. personnel to play a significant part in this transformation.
will be drawn from the parent companies. This team
will develop the required quality, safety, business PROJECT STAFF DAMEN PROJECT STAFF JOINT VENTURE Our interpretation of the development needed to
management and IT systems, leveraging the best of transform Australian Ship building into a world leading
each from the partners, as well as accessing technology, PROJECT BOARD BOARD OF DIRECTORS shipbuilding enterprise is encapsulated in the following
processes and know-how from Damen. PROJECT DIRECTOR CEO transformation Road Map. Damen understands its
In terms of future-proofing, Damen has a contingency PROJECT MANAGER PROGRAM DIRECTOR responsibility in playing a part in this transformation
plan for constructing an additional vessel in South PROJECT TEAM AICP and is confident that they can play an important role
Australia should delays occur to the Future Frigate ENGINEERING ENGINEERING in contributing to the development in capability of
program which threaten the sustainment of capable PROCUREMENT Australian Shipbuilding. Damen has generated this
ship building employees in South Australia. LOGISTICS PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS type of capability development in numerous countries
SITE MANAGER across the globe.
DAMEN PROVIDES THE COMMONWEALTH A SINGLE POINT SITE TEAM PROJECT MANAGER
OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND A PROVEN AND TRANSPARENT PRODUCTION STAFF Damen has already engaged with Navantia and ASC
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE OVER THE WHOLE PROJECT PROJECT MANAGER ILS PRODUCTION to best understand the transitional requirements from
ILS ENGINEERS PROJECT MANAGER ILS Air Warfare Destroyer to OPV production at Techport.
THE COMMONWEALTH ILS ENGINEERS
DAMEN Damen also intends to engage with the primes
responsible for SEA1000 and SEA5000 to share with
JOINT VENTURE them the vision of an effective transformation to
ASC Continuous Naval Shipbuilding capability in Australia.
FORGACS During those conversations Damen intends to discuss
with the Primes the methods for best transitioning the
LOCATION SA LOCATION WA workforce to meet the requirements of SEA5000 and
2 x OPV 10 x OPV SEA1000 where appropriate.

Damen is prepared to work shoulder to shoulder with
Defence, the Commonwealth and other nominated
Primes to develop the capability of Continuous Naval
Ship Building in Australia.

AUSTRALIAN INDUSTRY CAPABILITY PLAN

For the OPV project Damen Shipyards (Damen), in Damen foresees that within ten years from the The strategy for the OPV Australian Industry Capability DAMEN’S SUPPLY CHAIN WILL INCLUDE 120
partnership with the Australian Shipbuilder, a joint commencement of the OPV build in Australia, an is to implement a phased approach to increasing the GLOBAL COMPANIES. FROM OPV6 ONWARDS,
venture between ASC and Forgacs Marine and Defence, Australian Continuous Naval Surface Shipbuilding level of local industry involvement through the life of MORE THAN 80% OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES
will design build and deliver 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels Capability will be characterised by: the design, production and delivery contract. WILL BE DELIVERED LOCALLY
(OPV). n a sustained and highly efficient shipbuilding industry, Fundamental to the approach is the use of vessel
including a robust network of SMEs; batches to allow the Commonwealth to adjust to 100
This Australian Industry Capability Plan (AICP) describes n support to the warfighter through a reliable, efficient include newly developed features during design 90
the Damen strategy, organisation and associated platform which meets operational requirements and refresh reviews. Damen intends to use these batches 80
processes, practices and initiatives to meet the intent delivers enhanced capability; as an opportunity to re-compete aspects of supply of 70
of the 2016 Defence Industry Policy Statement relevant n an ability to accommodate future phases of SEA1180 products and services, where the benefit outweighs 60
to the involvement of Australian industry in the design, (e.g. in support of hydrographic and MCM capabilities); the risk of changing supplier. 50
build and delivery of the Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV). n knowledge shared between Damen and local experts We envisage this provides the Commonwealth with the 40
In particular, it describes the strategy and activities and opportunities for secondment; opportunity to continue to create a more and more 30
that will: n trained (diversified) personnel now moving into competitive Australian Shipbuilding industry and to 20
a. maximize Australian industry involvement in the leadership with local industry organisations; allow entry of more entrants into the industry. 10
OPV design, build and delivery, and; n a continuous stream of newly trained personnel both 0
b. contribute to the establishment of a continuous graduates, technical staff and employees transitioning The industry engagement process began in the % OPV # 1 3 6 9 12
build of naval surface ships, helping to provide a secure from other industries entering the shipbuilding industry; partnering phase by entering into agreements
foundation for future shipbuilding projects. n integration with local innovation and research and with two major Australian shipbuilding companies, DAMEN WILL DEVELOP THE CAPABILITY OF
development (R&D) organisations; ASC and Forgacs Marine and Defence, and certain THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS OF AUSTRALIAN
As a major element of a Fundamental Input to the n a more robust maritime supply chain integrated overseas suppliers who have committed to investing in INDUSTRY
Supplies, Facilities, Support and Major Systems FIC, nationally in support of all ship building, sustainment establishing a presence in Australia.
the Damen vision for Australian industry participation and upgrade activity across Australia; CONTINUITY OF SUPPLY
in the OPV project is to: n Australian organisations now experienced in and using The process continued during the pre-bid phase with
innovative intellectual property relating to modern ship calls for local industry Expressions of Interest through WORKFORCE
Deliver a significant and sustainable increase in the building; the Industry Capability Network (ICN) resulting in more
Australian Naval Surface Shipbuilding Capability by n export of Naval and Commercial variants of the OPV than 300 EOIs received covering 8 states and territories. EXPORT POTENTIAL
maximising the Australian supplier base, transferring vessels.
technology, skills and knowledge and increasing In addition to establishing OPV supplier targets, COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
export potential, thereby contributing to Australian a managed program of knowledge and technology
Defence capability and national economic growth. transfer will be implemented, ensuring that a robust ECONOMIC IMPACT
and sustainable capability in key technologies and
services is established and ready for future Naval As the AICP tasks progress through the life of the
surface shipbuilding. contract, relevant metrics from each of the capability
Damen has experience in achieving effective knowledge elements will be captured for regular project review
transfer to lift the capability of national shipbuilding and management, and also incorporated into the AICP
within many regions of the world, including in Brazil, reporting requirements of the Contract Status Report.
Romania, Indonesia, The Netherlands and Vietnam.

AUSTRALIAN CONTINUOUS SHIPBUILDING

Damen is the natural partner for the Commonwealth to Damen’s experience in contemporary shipbuilding The transfer of skills plan is closely aligned to the Damen intends to develop the capability of the
engage with on this exciting project. Damen itself has projects throughout the world is an excellent adjunct SEA 1180 project schedule which envisages that by Australian Shipbuilding industry through:
unparalleled experience assisting shipbuilding around to Australia’s existing shipbuilding technical capability. OPV 5 the only foreign content will be limited to some n working together with many shipbuilding organisations;
the world at over 70 sites and is adept at transforming By transferring its managerial skills, modern ship modification engineering and Damen management. n training;
unproductive ship building organisations into world design and build processes and methodologies and As such, 65% of the procurement value of the first OPV n scholarships to university degrees;
class exporters of naval and commercial ships. unparalleled experience to the JV, Damen provides will be generated within Australia. By OPV 6, the only n cadetships;
Partnered with local ship builders, steel fabricators and Australia with an enhanced modern sustainable foreign content will be limited to some modification- n sharing of best practice shipbuilding applications,
other key suppliers of shipbuilding Damen will provide shipbuilding capability. related engineering and the vital Damen management. e.g. for scheduling, 3d design sharing and knowledge
Australia with the solid foundation upon which to build sharing;
a lasting Australian Naval Shipbuilding Enterprise. By using Australian companies with proven track Damen is experienced in taking existing national and n the Damen Technical Cooperation, an engineering and
records in their individual technical domains, Damen is regional shipbuilders to the next level. Damen has done technical help desk with the proven capability to assist
The project is of national significance because, apart also confident that it can efficiently transfer its existing this in parts of the globe as far flung in geography and shipbuilders in all parts of the world; and
from delivering capability to Defence it will also supply chain and establish a local supply chain quickly capability as Romania and Brazil, the United States n many other knowledge sharing activities and systems.
contribute to the Government’s national ambitions to and effectively. and Vietnam, Qatar and The Netherlands. In the latter
create a continuous naval surface shipbuilding industry, for instance Damen bought the National naval ship NEW FACILITY
advanced manufacturing and creation of jobs, all within Damen’s approach to SEA 1180 is based round the builder Royal Schelde Naval Shipbuilding and turned it
the enterprise framework of the National Shipbuilding shipbuilding plans developed in conjunction with the around from insolvency to an internationally competitive In Western Australia, at the Henderson Industrial
plan. Understanding the broadest ambitions of ASC/ Forgacs JV. It utilises the existing shipbuilding exporter. Precinct, a new fully covered shipbuilding facility will
SEA 1180, Damen has engaged the ASC/Forgacs JV capability in SA to commence the project and develops Damen is confident it can have a similar positive be built. This facility is fully optimised for a modern
as the Australian shipbuilder and central pillar of its and matures the necessary skills in WA to support long- influence on it’s Australian Shipbuilding partners of and highly efficient state of the art shipbuilding process.
SEA 1180 project strategy. This recognises that success term shipbuilding in that State. Damen will augment, ASC and Forgacs. The new shipbuilding shed will be the largest in the
in SEA 1180 is closely tied to: adapt and advance the existing skill base by transferring Southern hemisphere. Forgacs Defence and Damen
n creating a single commercial entity to manage its own ship design, management and build processes Damen has already begun this process guiding the have worked closely together in optimising the design
to the JV and will work closely with the JV team as it construction of the new independently funded ship for not only the OPV production, but also a fundamental
construction in SA and WA, grows its understanding of the Damen way of building building facility in Henderson WA, to ensure that best of future builds of other classes of vessels. Optimisation
n harnessing the technical competence of ASC as ships. This includes the detailed project management practice ship building processes are incorporated and for an efficient build is one of the pre-conditions to
procedures developed by Damen to enable the company working with ASC staff to share with them best practice enable building for the export in the future.
Australia’s leading steel shipbuilder, to maintain schedules and cost of export programs shipbuilding processes in preparation for working
n capturing the extensive experience of Forgacs in where ships are built regularly in overseas yards. together to produce the OPV.

the steel fabrication sector and
n drawing on Damen’s world class record in transfer

of know-how and know-why.

In order to work closely with the Australian shipbuilder This early preparation has positioned Damen to be
and the Australian supply chain Damen is committed able to begin production in 2018 and potentially build
to establishing permanent presence in WA. This is a additional vessels or components of vessels in 2018
major and ongoing commitment to Australia over the to help retain personnel in South Australia during the
long-term. The Damen office will initially be staffed down time between Air Warfare Destroyer and the
with Dutch experts but over the first few OPVs this will commencement of SEA 5000.
gradually change as locally trained and experienced
Damen staff take over the Australian operation.

DEMONSTRATION OF DAMEN’S PROVEN DEMONSTRATION OF DAMEN’S PROVEN DELIVERY
DELIVERY OF CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS OF CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS

WILSON, SONS - BRAZIL INDONESIAN NAVY

KEY OUTCOMES ACHIEVED KEY OUTCOMES ACHIEVED
Wilson, Sons and Damen have enjoyed a business In January 2017, the first of two SIGMA 10514 Perusak Kawal Rudal

relationship for 20 years. Starting with a small 19m (PKR) frigates was delivered to the Indonesian Ministry of Defence,
buoy layer in 1994, this relationship has prospered on schedule and on budget. The frigate was built using a collaborative
with more than 90 tugs, offshore supply vessels and modular process operating simultaneously at Damen Schelde Naval
scientific research vessels delivered to the Brazilian Shipyard (DSNS) in the Netherlands and PT PAL shipyard. The vessel
market. The shipyard builds the vessels while Damen is made up of six modules – four of these were built at PT PAL while
provides full engineering packages, partial material the other two modules (the power plant and the bridge & command
packages and has commissioning responsibilities. centre) were built and fully tested at DSNS before being shipped
The offshore designs are specifically tailored to meet for final assembly at PT PAL. Indonesian shipbuilding staff were
the requirements of the Brazilian market. trained in both locations and fully integrated with the Damen team.
Local jobs, long term shipbuilding capability, transfer Construction of the second frigate is now well advanced with sea trials
of skills and technology, local company sustaining local due in May 2017 with PT-PAL taking more responsibility following the
market. transfer of technology during the build of Ship 1.

REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS
n Establish local shipbuilding capability in Brazil to n Damen had to fulfil a contractual obligation to Indonesia’s defence

meet local requirements. ministry to deliver an extensive knowledge and technology transfer
n Build a variety of designs to suit local market and programme.
n Transfer of Technology Program to build Indonesian shipbuilding skills
meet evolving industry requirements. at all levels
n Provision of engineering support to assist with upgrading of PT-PAL
SERVICES AND PRODUCTS DELIVERED shipyard to a modern efficient Naval shipyard.
n More than 80 vessels delivered.
n Initial shipbuilding requirement less complex but SERVICES AND PRODUCTS DELIVERED
n Centre of Naval Shipbuilding established PT PAL shipyard in
evolved into highly complex offshore support and
scientific research vessels for Fugro. Surabaya, Indonesia.
n Key transfer of knowledge. Initially shipbuilding n Close collaboration on the first two vessels led to transfer of skills and
skills followed by engineering, naval architecture
and project management. upgrading of the yard taking place smoothly and with a strong spirit
n Long term relationship established benefitting local of cooperation.
industry the creation of a sustainable industry and n Manuals and documents in accordance with end users’ requirements.
maritime hub. n Support from Damen Technical Cooperation, Damen’s proven in
house provision of engineering assistance to customers and shipyards
worldwide.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Damen has experience in almost every niche marine Submarine Rescue Gears Ships “MV Besant” and Together with its Italian partner yard Cantiere Navale
market, including the build and delivery of complex “MV Stoker” were delivered to Western Australia in Vittoria S.p.a., Damen Shipyards built two Stan Patrols
warships. Since 1969 Damen has delivered more than support of the Royal Australian Navy in 2015 and 5509 to the Italian Guardia di Finanza.
5000 vessels and builds approximately 160 vessels a 2016 respectively. These two specialist ships provide
year. This means that the technology, experience and a capability to render aid to stricken submarines –
expertise that goes into Tier 1 warships goes into our both immediate assistance to a submarine stuck
OPVs. This facilitates a unique opportunity to build fast underwater, as well as the provision of a deep
on the patrol-to-support-warfighting capability in a submerged rescue vessel if required. The design of the
Damen built OPV, especially in the area of minewarfare ships make them ideal to support further tasks including
and hydrography. Damen will choose systems and training, humanitarian aid and disaster relief, consort
technology with the RAN on this future fighting force duties, torpedo recovery and general fleet support.
capability. Damen’s methodologies balance
standardisation and customisation to achieve short A large range of Offshore Patrol Vessels 36m and 47m The SIGMA 10514 Frigate was delivered to the
delivery times, reduce risk and create fit-for-purpose was built for the US Coastguard from a design and Indonesian Ministry of Defence on schedule and on
designs. Typically the low maintenance requirements licence package provided by Damen Shipyards. budget. The Indonesian Ministry of Defence awarded
of our vessels ensure customers enjoy cost effective Construction of these OPVs is supported by advice the contract to Damen as main contractor for the
asset management and through-life support. from Damen Technical Cooperation, the program within construction of the first SIGMA 10514 PKR in
Damen to make our technical and project management December 2012. The 105-metre, 2365 tonne PKR
Damen management strategies will directly support the knowledge and experience available to our global frigates are designed to undertake a wide range of
engagement of the Australian Industry. Damen modus partners. missions. The “Raden Eddy Martadinata” was built
operandi is to develop long standing relationships with using a collaborative modular process operating
trusted suppliers and promoting and increasing the simultaneously at Damen Schelde Naval Shipyard
local and regional capability. This is best demonstrated (DSNS) in the Netherlands and PT PAL shipyard.
through our global Damen Technical Cooperation This project represented a proven example of Damen
program and is further outlined in the Australian meeting its contractual obligation to Indonesia’s
Industry Capability Development plan. defence ministry to deliver an extensive knowledge
Damen knows the Australian market and maritime and technology transfer programme. This has the
conditions. We have already delivered over 80 vessels explicit aim of establishing a centre of naval shipbuilding
for the Australian market varying from tugs to tankers expertise at the PT PAL shipyard. By collaborating
and specialised vessels to support the RAN. We have closely on the first two vessels the transfer of skills and
an existing network of suppliers already in Australia. upgrading of the yard is taking place smoothly and with
Damen has a demonstrated proven capacity to build a strong spirit of cooperation. Construction of the
and deliver complex ships in accordance with all second frigate using the same procedure is now well
specifications, on time and on budget. Our solution advanced with sea trials due May 2017, and delivery
for the OPV requirement also directly benefits from October 2017.
the experience gained designing and building similar
platforms for the Royal Netherlands Navy and other
Navies and Coastguards and in support of the Royal
Navy and Royal Australian Navy. These ships have all
been built to meet military roles and with the full
approval of Classification Societies.

COMPLIANT SOLUTION KEY FEATURES DAMEN OPV

Picture a future where the Captain of a Damen designed operations room and the high quality of the discussions n Damen’s proven and patented SeaAxe Bow design;
OPV has been directed off task from a Talisman Sabre with the head of the Commandos that has ensued as a n improved seakeeping;
Exercise where she had been operating in support of result of looking at the combined operations plot in the n reduced sustainment costs and redundancy;
an Amphibious Task group, performing littoral patrol Operations area. n durable, safe and proven hull construction with life time
tasks. The Damen OPV sails north re-tasked to intercept By now the OPV’s UAV has taken up station over the
a boat detected and tracked by a NORCOM assigned suspect vessel, providing the commandos and crew > 25 years;
Maritime UAV. There are concerns that the suspected with a live video and IR feed of what to expect when n smaller crew required (25);
PII’s are armed. the intercept and boarding is conducted. n less cost;
With support from the forward gun the Commandos n potential for a standard approach for other minor
As the OPV enters Torres Strait, the maritime UAV board the vessel, disarm the occupants and with advice
has to come off task shortly and cannot be replaced. from the OPV crew assess that the vessel is barely warfare vessels;
The OPV launches its own UAV to take over tracking seaworthy in the current sea state. n open Multi Mission aft deck for 2 x 20’ containers;
of the suspect vessel. In the meantime members of The PII and vessel’s crew are transported to the n bunks and hotel services for up to 42 crew and austere
a Commando unit have been flown to RAAF Base OPV by the Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) where
Scherger, where they are met by a MRH-90 which they easily boarded via the lowered aft ship access accommodation for 21 embarked personnel or PII;
was re-tasked from the amphibious group. platform and are accommodated in the adjacent austere n goods crane on aft deck, self-supporting means of
While steaming at full speed the OPV directs the accommodation under the UAV deck. The suspect vessel
MRH-90 to its location where the Commandos are is towed attached to the tug boat shaped towing hook loading/unloading;
embarked with little disruption to the intercept. at the aft of the OPV. n separated area and facilities for PII, not connected to

Like the new crew members the Commandos are The slower speed required to tow the intercepted crew areas;
surprised with the sea keeping of the OPV as the vessel is achieved by running only two of the four n two separated, redundant engine rooms with 2 main
Sea Axe bow cuts through the waves of a building sea, engines. In this way the engines do not have to run
which has been whipped up by an early cyclone building continuously at low speed, a serious issue in the past engines and 2 generator sets each resulting in high
off the coast of the Kimberly. The stability of the vessel with previous patrol boats as build-up of carbon redundancy and reliability;
allows the commandos to go about their normal threatened engine functionality. The other two n 2 bow thrusters, ensuring maneuverability and
readiness drills in preparation for the boarding and the engines can be shut down and scheduled maintenance redundancy
ship’s crew and commandos are able to work up their conducted upon them in the second engine room. n durable, safe, redundant and proven davit with painter
integrated boarding plan while the vessel continues at The stabilisers help ensure that the slow speed handling boom system, especially designed for extensive use;
full speed to the planned intercept point. continues to deliver responsiveness and crew comfort. n durable, safe and proven RIB’s , exactly matching RAN
They are also impressed by the accommodation on the requirements;
vessel and the capacity to work in the multi user space – Several PII who are found to be suffering injuries from n clean MTUAS/VERTREP deck, no hatches, night lighting;
something that is not available to them in the field. the rough sea voyage are provided with first aid and n tug-type sturdy 30T towing bit and towing hook;
an aeromedical evacuation is arranged to take them n multiple Damage Control locations;
For the duration of the patrol thus far the Senior Army to Darwin for further treatment. n OPS room located on the bridge offering full
Officer and the CO of the OPV have been meeting With the PIIs secured in the austere accommodation, operational picture to Command team without their
to discuss the latest operational picture commencing the UAV recovered and debriefs conducted the crew need to leave the bridge;
on the bridge and then moving into the adjacent and commandos settle back for the remaining voyage n modern, ergonomic and large screen navigation bridge;
operations room. The CO is particularly pleased with to port enjoying the superior sea keeping conditions n modern, high quality, ergonomic and durable interior.
how he can quickly move from the bridge to the afforded by their Damen designed OPV.
Greater detail can be found at
the RFT deliverables G1 – G9

RISK MANAGEMENT HSEQ POLICY HEALTH & SAFETY

Damen applies the principles outlined in the Defence Three core risks identified by the Commonwealth have been considered very closely Damen is committed to continuously improving the health,
Work, Health and Safety Manual and AS/NZS ISO 31000 during the development of the Damen solution: safety and welfare of all people working under Damen
to manage risk at the 70 shipyards where they operate. Shipyard Group’s sphere of influence. Damen is establishing
This is standard practice at Damen. 1. COMMENCEMENT OF OPV CONSTRUCTION IN 2018 IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA a safety culture that includes the management team working
Damen considers the facilities and workforce at ASC are capable of commencing collaboratively with the shipbuilding to provide a safe and
The assessment of the risks associated with all effective risk management based environment, and internal
company activities across the global organisation, constriction of OPV 1 in 2018. Damen, ASC and Forgacs teams are already working and external colleagues working together to jointly ensure the
contain processes to: alongside each other finalizing the build strategy, optimizing workflow and stream- safety of all. Employees are encouraged to identify improvement
n establish the risk context; lining the supply chain. Further cultural and technical training will be implemented and corrective opportunities and participate in maintaining a
n identify, analyse, evaluate and treat risks; for all staff ensuring a smooth start to the Project. safe working environment. And using our Supplier Code of
n monitor and review mitigation strategies; and Conduct we advocate best practices at our building locations.
n enable communication and consultation at all levels. 2. TRANSITION FROM SA TO WA At Damen we strive to create an incident-free workplace,
The establishment of ASC Forgacs Shipbuilding will provide the commercial and everywhere we operate, at all times.
An example of this practice was the employment of
Lloyds Register Australia during the Risk Reduction employment framework for a smooth transition between South Australia and Western ENVIRONMENT
Design Study. Damen enlisted LR to provide a complete Australia. The SA workers will be joined by a small number of WA workers for the
certification baseline to cover all risks associated with construction of OPV 1 and 2 to derisk the WA build and effect low risk and high gain Damen embraces sustainability, it is committed to ensuring
the design, build, delivery and operation of the Damen knowledge transfer. Additionally, the Damen supervisors will initially embed in SA and continuous improvement of our products and production
OPV 6711 for the RAN. This certification will provide the then transition across ensuring benefit of their shipbuilding experience. methods with the objective of reducing our environmental
basis for improved efficiency at the start of the program impact. Being aware of the potential impact our products
while simultaneously reducing overall risk and reducing 3. ACHIEVEMENT OF THE SCHEDULED DELIVERY OF THE OPV’S have on the environment, Damen is duly focused on optimising
waste. Providing for sustainability and achieve Damen has prime responsibility for the delivery of the OPVs and has alternate options its designs, and constantly working on environmentally relevant
continuous improvement. product innovations. In addition, we have taken progressive
for construction in the highly unlikely event that it should be required. We recognise actions to reduce the environmental impacts of our facilities
the importance of this foundation project and will ensure the transfer of all availability and bring awareness to our employees in relation to every
information and technology to deliver on time and in budget. day activities.
Damen is ISO 9001:2008 certified and the project will be executed fully in accordance
with the specified business routines and processes. QUALIT Y

Quality of our products and services is of paramount
importance for the Damen Shipyards Group. Our quality
policy is focused on control of our activities as a result of
which maximum quality, productivity, flexibility and cost
reductions are achieved. Realising that our customers have
to outperform in their operations, Damen is committed to
underpinning a need for increased customer performance,
satisfaction and continuous improvement. Damen therefore
invests in product, process and organisational development
and, together with all our employees, we are aiming to
constantly improve our sustained performance.

OFFSHORE PATROL VESSEL MAIN DIMENSIONS

Length overall (m) 68.40
Beam over all (m) 11.40
Draft at bow to keel 50% condition (m) 4.70

KEY PERFORMANCES

Economical speed (kn) 12

Maximum speed – in top of Sea State 4 (kn) > 20

Range at Eco speed (nm) > 9000

Endurance for 63 persons on board (days) > 21

The Key Performance Characteristics
of the Damen OPV meet or exceed
the Commonwealth’s requirements.

SURVEILLANCE RADAR SURVEILLANCE CAMERA VERSATILE DESIGN
NAVIGATION RADAR
MILITARY/COMMERCIAL SATCOM UHF SATCOM (2X) One of the core values of Damen is standardisation Lloyds Register (LR) has previously (during the Risk
across multi-role vessels. This is where we take the Reduction Design Study) provided the certification
FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM base design of the OPV and vary it to apeal to to other basis and tailoring document to ensure that the Damen
FORWARD GUN 40mm markets. This is how we can build new markets for OPV design will be fully certified to both commercial
Australian shipbuilding. Damen will do this for Australia and Naval Standards as well as comply with Australian
as we have done across the world. regulations. Further the OPV design can also be easily
This delivers the Commonwealth and RAN with a best in adapted for functions like Hydrography, Mine Counter
class option for meeting operational requirements while Measures and other minor warfare vessel specialist
improving upon redundancy, efficiency and sustainment. missions.

FLIGHT DECK – MTUAS & VERTREP MINE COUNTER MEASURE

AFT INGRESS AND EGRESS POINT
+ 30T TOWING HOOK

OPERATIONS ROOM BORDER PATROL
.50 CAL HMG (2X)
STOWAGE FOR UAV’S VARIATIONS ON THE DESIGN THEME COULD BE
SINGLE PERSON LAUNCHED RHIB (2X) CONSTRUCTED TO STANDARDISE MUCH OF THE
MINOR WARFARE VESSEL FLEET FOR THE NAVY

HYDROGRAPHY

OIL SPILL RECOVERY

VERSATILE INTERIOR LAYOUT THE OPV HAS THE CAPABILITY TO PROVIDE A VARIETY OF OPTIONS FOR INTERIOR LAYOUT IN THE MULTIFUNCTIONAL EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE RELIABILITY AND MAINTAINABILITY OF THE DAMEN OPV
SPACE. DEPENDING OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS CONFIGURATIONS CAN BE CHANGED IN AN HOUR. MEET OR EXCEED REQUIREMENTS
In the aft ship a multifunctional space is fitted creating The Reliability and Maintainability (RAM) calculations
opportunity to use the versatile OPV design in many CARGO HOLD reveal exceptional performance results which are achieved 100 30
different ways. This space is shown here in its 3 different from the very sophisticated vessel design.
configurations. 90 20
The OPV design not only meets the Commonwealth’s
n on top of the multifunctional space two Australian RAM requirements, but exceeds them in many aspects. 80 10
standard pallet size hatches are fitted enabling the This is particularly evident for Material Ready Days, 70
use of the multifunctional space for cargo, for example where the Damen OPV offers a readiness 28% above the
required for example during disaster relief operations. minimum specified. Mission readiness is also exceeded 60 0 0
by 3%. 50 -10
Cargo can be loaded and unloaded with the ships -20
own deck crane. This design delivers an Operational Availability which 40 35
is anticipated to be 98%. 30 28
n HVAC provisions are suitable for the usage of the
multifunctional space as a gym. The multifunctional The achievement of such high availability results is due to 20 -30
space can be easily converted into a gym. the reliability-based design of the OPV propulsion system. 10
0 3 -40
n 21 foldable bunks are permanently fitted. The multi- Not only is there a redundancy of four engines on-board
functional space can be converted into a living space separated into two separate engine rooms, but the fact % Material Max. Time Mean Time Mission %
area within minutes. Completely separate sanitary that the vessel can complete 75% of its standard mission
provisions are fitted. types by using only one engine, constitutes this OPV to: Ready Days To Repair To Repair Operational
n be materially ready for 98% of the annum;
n present minimum fuel consumption, and thus increasing Availability

range and reducing life cycle costs; n target Commonwealth
n present minimum degradation of its propulsion during
n Damen OPV
its lifetime, resulting in minimal costs for corrective
spares and maintenance throughout its lifetime. n difference (%)

GYM Furthermore, the dual engine rooms allow the vessel to From a maintainability aspect, the Mean Time to Repair
operate while maintenance activities take place on the for Organic Level Maintenance activities is significantly
other engine room. less than required by 35% set down, which leads to a
Aside from operational benefits this functionality is Maximum Corrective Maintenance Time of just six hours
extremely important from a human factors perspective, for both critical and non-critical failures on board.
since maintainers can perform engine maintenance in a This is due to the ease of maintenance of the design and
sound proof and safe environment. the high competency training package offered by Damen.
This package enables reduction in time for the crew to
PERSONNEL SPACE become competent and uses tried and proven training
techniques. The training typically generates high
operational reliability because of a very low probability
of mission critical failure in the Damen OPV.

Together these characteristics lead to highly reliable and
high op-tempo vessels with an ability to reconfigure roles
quickly due to the OPVs superior RAM baseline. In turn this
generates low lifecycle costs, excellent human factors
together with low environmental impacts.

SEA AXE BOW PATROL BRIDGE DIMMABLE WINDOWS COMMANDING OFFICER
TO OPTIMIZE DISPL AYS AND HELMSMAN
The OPV is designed with Damen’s patented The Patrol bridge is a concept introduced for the Royal NAVIGATOR
SeaAxe Bow, proven on over 100 vessels worldwide. Netherlands Navy in close cooperation with Damen on NIGHT VISION
It is immensely popular with our customers due their large (3600T) Holland Class OPVs where the Bridge CO INFORMATION DISPL AY ENGINEER / DC-OFFICER / IPMS
to the increased performance it delivers. and Command and Information Centre are collocated FORWARD GUN OPERATOR
on the same deck. This concept is used COMBAT MANAGEMENT MULTI MISSION OPERATOR
The SeaAxe concept was initially designed to improve since then on a number of Damen patrol vessels. SYSTEM OPERATOR MTUAS, ANTI MINE WARFARE, ETC
crew comfort through enhanced sea-keeping for vessels
like those supporting oil rigs in the North Sea, a region The patrol bridge advantages are: ELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE
notorious for rough sea conditions. n the commanding officer can oversee both the SYSTEM OPERATOR
The design has demonstrated its advantages around
the globe, including in South Africa, Gulf of Mexico operations and safe navigation from a single FUTURE GROWTH SIDE GUN
and Southern Atlantic. location on the ship – this allows for better
It reduces pitching and provides crews with the ability to operational decisionmaking;
continue to operate at or near peak performance levels, n very good visibility during the conduct of operations;
even in extended periods of higher sea states. n short direct communication lines;
n a reduced crew due to high levels of automation;
The design is being currently being utilised by naval and n the CIC is separated from the bridge with
commercial variants, including our luxury vessel designs. dimmable windows in the separation wall;
The design is effective in both high sea states and at n a bridge layout similar to a Tier 1 warship to
slower speeds, with stability and handling supplement maximize the training opportunity for Junior
effectively by stabilisers. Officers posted to the OPV.

The SeaAxe Bow: COMMANDING
n significantly reduced vertical acceleration, reducing OFFICER

sea sickness;
n reduced slamming, extending the life of the vessel;
n increases crew comfort and operational capability;
n maintains higher speeds in higher sea states,

providing greater response capability through life;
n underpins significantly less fuel consumption, proven

to be up to 18%.

THE COLLOCATED BRIDGE AND OPERATIONS ROOM
PROVIDES SIGNIFICANT ADVANTAGE FOR

IMPROVED OVERSIGHT AND COMMUNICATIONS

SHIP ZERO Ship Zero will fully support the required knowledge,
skills and experience to operate, modify and develop
Ship Zero, will facilitate the introduction, operation a world class OPV fleet.
and through life support of the vessels and capabilities
associated with the OPV class, enabling the Royal Ship Zero can be expected to cover at least the
Australian Navy to have an effective platform for following significant aspects of SEA 1180 OPV
underpinning: introduction and sustainment.
n Material Readiness
n Personnel Readiness The Ship Zero proposed by Damen will:
n Exercised Collective Skill Level n enable seaworthiness (whole-ship performance)

Ship Zero is seen by Damen as an integrated platform assessments and related risk mitigation;
which will increase the capability of the personnel and n provide near-real time comprehensive management
functionality of:
n systems management; dashboards;
n health & safety; n enable fact-based command authority for
n through life testing, training;
n simulation; and Operational Readiness: Material Readiness, Personnel
n support processes. Readiness and Exercised Collective Skill Level
n reduce risks through the employment of financial
An important element is the whole of life sustainment planning and accounting evidence and control;
of the vessels. An integral part of the strategy to reduce n generate measurements of prospective platform
sustainment costs and increase the whole of life time- conditional developments, including remote
frames is the important delivery of a Ship Zero facility. monitoring of OPV system performance;
n provide accurate configuration management and
Damen proposes a Ship Zero that incorporates best system upgrades;
practice functionality of: n include comprehensive materiel logistics, i.e.
n remote monitoring and condition based integrated management of the supply chain by
maintenance; multi-year detailed capability planning in support,
n advanced full mission simulation sustainment, resourcing and delivery;
n virtual reality; and n cover human resources management, including ships’
n adaptable mission scenarios. crewing, individual, team and collective training and
support of RAN individual career development
(sustainment training)

DAMEN’S CONCEPT FOR SHIP ZERO DELIVERS WORLD
CLASS TRAINING AND REMOTE MONITORING FROM A

COLLOCATED FACILITY. THE TRAINING CAN ALSO BE
CONDUCTED REMOTELY IF REQUIRED.

VR TRAINING ROOM AUDITORIUM
SHIP ZERO CONTROL ROOM
CONCEPTUAL OVERVIEW

At full operational capability Ship Zero will have the following major facilities:
n Land Based Test Site (LBTS) as an evaluation and test centre that is reconfigurable,

allowing for system architecture re-engineering;
n Advanced Simulator Facilities for individual and collective training aiming to

maximize the effectiveness of training ashore to minimize training in OPVs at sea;
n Auditorium and Meeting Spaces allowing the RAN to conduct adaptable mission

specific and general briefing and debriefing meetings;
n Remote Monitoring and Condition Based Maintenance facilities assuring the

maximum availability of OPVs for operations; and
n Virtual and Augmented Reality facilities for design review and training courses

aiming to maximize the effectiveness of training ashore.

REMOTE MONITORING AND
CONDITION BASED MAINTENANCE

Remote monitoring and Condition Based maintenance are the future of fleet
sustainment. Ship Zero will include high-end and state of the art capabilities
for Remote Monitoring and Condition Based maintenance.
This functionality will contribute to increasing the effectiveness of operations
and availability of the ships.

By making use of existing secured data transfer capabilities of the OPVs,
real time data can be safely transferred to the control room at Ship Zero
and the Asset Management & Planning System of the RAN.

The system will be based on future-proofed software driven solutions and
will include real time monitoring of:

n ship’s data (alarms, temperatures, pressures);
n ship’s operations (position, speed, weather);
n planned maintenance activities; and
n condition based maintenance activities.

Audio visual remote support through satellite connection will be available
enabling the crew to execute error analysis and fault finding when at sea.

THE FUTURE
OF TRAINING SHIP ZERO
ADVANCED FULL MISSION SIMULATION

Ship Zero will have a state of the art simulator for combined Bridge, OPSROOM and
Platform training, used for individual, team and collective training, procedures and
management. It may also be used, next to the Land Based Site Tests, for modelling
future modifications to the OPV capability.
The simulator will maximize the effectiveness of training ashore to minimize training in
OPVs at sea, thereby increasing the availability of OPVs for operations. Real life exercises,
mission specific procedures and high-level team and collective training can be conducted
in a highly realistic environment. The simulator will ensure a realistic training environment,
thus resulting in safe training and risk reduction.
By combining the Bridge, OPSROOM and Damage Control and Integrated Platform
Management System the entire key-staff of the OPVs can be prepared for missions
simultaneously as a single fully integrated command team reflecting the integrated
delivery of the bridge and ops room to create a lean, mean, fighting machine – the
Damen OPV. The RHIB’s can be included in the simulator, enabling the RAN to train
extensively on all primary mission operations and reduce risks in operations.

VIRTUAL AND AUGMENTED REALITY


Computer Based Training, Virtual and Augmented Reality represent the future of

training and have to be part of Ship Zero. It saves costs on equipment hardware
and reduces travel costs of the crew significantly.

The facilities will be used for :
n visualising and clarifying designs and lay-outs during the detailed design review

between Damen and the Commonwealth;
n advanced internal and external ship experience and familiarisation, both for crew

and support teams;
n individual training and handling experience of specific electronic and platform

equipment;
n highly realistic and state of the art Damage Control, Safety and Emergency training;
n supporting team training and team awareness in Ship and RHIB handling;
n maintenance training.

Virtual and Augmented Reality facilities shall be made available at the main support
base “Ship Zero” and support bases. Furthermore it can be made available at any
other RAN or Commonwealth approved location. This will enable crew to participate
in highly realistic training courses at any location.

FUTURE SUSTAINMENT

DAMEN SERVICES BRISBANE SHIP SUPPORT ARRANGEMENTS
Damen’s first Australian Service Hub was opened in The Sustainment Contractor will provide the backbone
2013 to support our growing presence in the region. of the in-service support for the OPV. Damen will
With full access to Damen’s Global knowledge base ensure the proposed Sustainment contractor is closely
and significant commercial relationships already involved in the detailed development of the Reliability
established in Australia, the team provides support and Maintainability plan and ensure all the data is
to over 90 Damen vessels that have been delivered provided in a form easily transferable to the Sustainment
to Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific in contractors and RAN’s computerised maintenance
the last decade. The service hub handles all warranty management systems. Damen also commits to jointly
and maintenance issues, provides specialised training conducting a facilities gap analysis to ensure any
courses, and stores spares to ensure rapid and effective shortfalls are met for the duration of the life cycle.
service. The fully equipped office is an operational base,
with Damen employing highly skilled local engineers EFFECTIVE LIFE AND ILS
and contractors to ensure continuity of service across The design, engineering and production of the OPV and
the region. the development and production of the ILS deliverables
will be integrated processes. The planning of both
SUPPORT, MAINTAIN AND UPGRADE processes will be integrated into one master plan for
The Damen design has taken into consideration the entire project.
the need to ensure the life-cycle costs are kept to a The aim of the Integrated Logistics Support package
minimum. Careful reflection was given regarding key is to provide services and products in order to assist
equipment to ensure it is fully supportable in Australia the RAN to keep the OPVs at sea in a fully operational
by existing industry and has a track record of excellent position and minimize downtime caused by system
reliability and maintainability. defects and to reduce the Whole of Life Costs (WoLC)
Small details, such as the slightly elevated positioning of the vessel.
of the main engines, have been considered to ensure A dedicated project organization will be set up to
ease of access for standard maintenance activities. manage the development and production of the ILS
Further, Lloyd’s Register has been consulted throughout deliverables in accordance with the requirements and
the design process to ensure the solution meets Class project planning.
requirements while still meeting all the operational
requirements.

top to bottom / left to right
MULTIROLE AVIATION TRAINING SHIP 2300 ‘SYCAMORE’
AZIMUTH STERN DRIVE TUG 2411 ‘ADSTEAM WARDEN’ & ‘ADSTEAM HARTY’
STAN TANKER 5412 ‘Mc ARTHUR’
AZIMUTH STERN DRIVE TUG 2411 ‘ELWING’ & ‘WAREE’
EMERGENCY GEAR SHIP 8316 ‘BESANT’
AZIMUTH STERN DRIVE TUG 2810 ‘BHAGWAN POWER’
AZIMUTH STERN DRIVE TUG 3212 ‘BALADHA’

WHY DAMEN AND THE JOINT VENTURE ASC FORGACS

SERVICE DELIVERY EXISTING CAPABILITY

The Commonwealth can be confident of Damen’s ability to deliver the OPVs and the With assets, people and infrastructure to meet the OPV Contract requirements in
Support System in close cooperation with the Australian Shipbuilder and Australian place now, The Commonwealth can rely on a low risk shipbuilding program and
Defence Industry to the same high standard delivered to the Royal Netherlands reduced life-cycle costs of the vessel.
Navy, and in support of the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. Damen has a
proven track record of over 1000 vessels. EXPERTISE

COMPLIANT SOLUTION The Commonwealth benefits from the Damen Shipyards Group global shipbuilding
experience which continues to grow, add value to operations and meet evolving
The Commonwealth can be assured that Damen’s solution is cost effective, customer needs.
credible and deliverable as it is based on proven design and build capability,
with an embedded Damen team in Australian Shipbuilders organisation. REMOTE MONITORING

MAXIMIZE AVAILABILITY The OPVs can be remotely monitored enabling remote maintenance assistance and
condition based maintenance processes.
The Commonwealth can be assured that a Damen solution will realise maximised
Material Readiness, Personnel Readiness and Exercised Collective Skill Levels through PARTNERSHIP
well thought out delivery of the five constituent capabilities of RAN’s Support System.
The Commonwealth can expect a close partnership approach between Damen,
SHIP ZERO ASC/Forgacs and the Australian Defence Industry built on trust, reliability, flexibility
and guaranteed service delivery.
The Commonwealth can be assured that Damen will fully support their efforts
in realising a Ship Zero integrated business enterprise aimed at increasing OPV MODERN FACILITIES
availability.
The shipbuilding facilities in Western Australia will be state of the art for efficient
RISK REDUCTION cost effective shipbuilding.

The Commonwealth can be assured that the OPV Support Concept developed by VIABILITY
Damen will reduce risks to availability, downtime, unexpected maintenance and costs.
The Commonwealth can rely on Damen as a substantial and viable organisation,
backed by strong and supportive customers, with an incredible track record of
delivering more than 5000 quality vessels since 1969 of which more than 1000 built
in partnership with other shipyards in their home countries, maximising local
industry participation.