Terma’s Scanter 6002 for RAN OPVs
Terma Singapore and Saab Australia have signed an agreement for the Scanter 6002 radar for the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN) Sea 1180 Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV), Terma announced 30 July.
Under the contract, Terma will deliver the Scanter 6002 radar for all 12 OPVs over a period of ten years. The Scanter 6002 is a combined air and surface surveillance radar providing enhanced capabilities for advanced navigation, air and surface surveillance and helicopter control. Onboard OPV, the Scanter 6002 radar is configured with its compact 12ft antenna and is integrated with Saab Australia’s situational awareness system.
The Scanter 6002 radar enables the operator to detect surface and short range air contacts and provides the capability to track and control air vehicles operating in proximity to the OPV. The Scanter 6002’s surface surveillance capability offers superior small target detection and target separation in bad weather conditions.
Designed by Lürssen, the new OPVs will replace the RAN’s existing Armidale-class patrol boats. The OPVs will be deployed for law enforcement missions as well as for maritime patrol and response duties.
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