A new offshore patrol vessel ordered by France\u2019s Directorate General for Maritime Affairs, Fisheries and Aquaculture(DGAMPA) will combine an innovative wind-assisted propulsion solution with a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system with IMO TIER III compliant engines,<\/p>\n
The contract for the New Generation Maritime Affairs Patrol Vessel (PAMNG) has been awarded to a consortium of Boulogne shipbuilder SOCARENAM<\/a> and naval architect firm Mauric.<\/a><\/p>\n With a length of 54 meters, this offshore patrol vessel is designed for extended 12-day missions with a crew of 20 persons. It is equipped with two launch and recovery systems for 6.50-meter fast semi-rigid inflatable boats capable of making interceptions at a speed up to 35 knots.<\/p>\n With a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure, the vessel\u2019s design places major importance on seakeeping and crew comfort, notably through the integration of an anti-roll stabilization solution combining active fins and passive free surface tank, ensuring optimal operability in all sea states. Her propulsion configuration allows a maximum speed of 17 knots and a range exceeding 3,600 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 12 knotd.<\/p>\n In addition to its wind-assisted and advanced hybrid propulsion, the offshore patrol vessel incorporates several technological innovations: a hull optimized through computational fluid dynamics, enhanced insulation with optimized energy management, photovoltaic panels, and an active trim control system.<\/p>\n The post New energy-efficient French offshore patrol vessel<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"offshore](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.marinelog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/frenchopvphot.jpg?resize=720%2C405&ssl=1\")