Originally posted by ias
However that is where the similarities end. Different engines,different sensor fit,completely different upper deck layout.
Its a common feature of modern ship design. For example the irish Lights vessel Grainuaile has the same hull design as Oil Rig Supply Vessels and Anchor Handling vessels. The Hull found on The Irish P50 class is also found on a coast guard vessel in Mauritius,and forms the basis for the design of the New New Zealand OPV,however neither vessel bears any resemblance to Either Niamh or Roisin.
OPV Vigilant
New Zealand OPV
Also if you visit the Blohm and Voss website you will see
The concept of the MEKO® 200 MRV has been shaped in numerous discussions with customers looking for a bigger, more versatile OPV.The design objectives for the these vessels are:
Class and merchant marine rules and regulations
Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) equipment
Mission adaptability
Modularity
Class and merchant marine rules and regulations
Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) equipment
Mission adaptability
Modularity
Please visit this link before drawing my attention to any further points. If you have any diffuculty understanding some of th eterms used,try here
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