Damen Shipyards Group has unveiled a new range of naval support vessels. The Logistics Support Ship (LSS) design consists of two vessel types, the LSS 9000 and LSS 11000, which are 127m and 140m in length respectively.
“The vessels will be equipped with NATO-standard replenishment-at-sea technology, and will have roll-on/roll-off capability and substantial cargo transportation capacity,” says Damen. They are designed to facilitate the efficient transfer and transport of fuel, munitions, provisions, personnel and other essential supplies, enabling fleets to remain operational during extended deployments.
Damen adds: “With a modular design, the LSS can be easily and rapidly configured and upgraded for special operational requirements, such as disaster relief, humanitarian assistance and training exercises.
“A key feature of the LSS is the ability to operate in diverse maritime environments, from the open ocean to littoral waters. This versatility arises from an advanced design and engineering process and the combination of both military and commercial technology, a combination that helps to reduce OPEX and CAPEX.”
In addition to operational efficiency, and in line with the ambitions of many navies, the LSS design has a focus on sustainability, with the vessels fitted with propulsions systems that will reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
Damen commercial manager for defence and security Piet van Rooij says: “We have developed the LSS based on discussions with our naval clients around the world. As such, we are confident they represent an appropriate response to the operational challenges they are facing, now and in the future. The LSS offers enhanced capabilities, efficiency and sustainability at a very competitive price.”
