RSN Launches the Last of its Stealth Frigates
http://www.mindef.gov.sg/imindef/news_and_events/nr/2006/may/09may06_nr.html
The Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) sixth stealth frigate, RSS
Supreme, was launched today by Dr Ivy Ng, wife of Minister for
Manpower and Second Minister for Defence, Dr Ng Eng Hen, at the
Singapore Technologies Marine shipyard. Minister Ng officiated at
the launching ceremony.
The RSN's stealth frigates are equipped with advanced sensor and
weapons systems, and have enhanced anti-air, anti-surface and
anti-submarine warfare capabilities. The frigate is a key component
of the third generation RSN, and will enhance the RSN's capability
to undertake a wide spectrum of missions in the defence of
Singapore and its vital sea lines of communications.
The launch of RSS Supreme, the fifth and last frigate to be built
locally, marks another significant milestone in the frigate
programme. In the next phase, RSS Supreme will undergo harbour and
sea trials. As some of the integration testing and modifications of
the sensor and weapons systems will be shore-based, there will be a
significant reduction in the time taken and the cost of
construction of the frigate.
