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» Patrol vesselsMer et Marine34INTERNATIONAL SHOWS » 2014-2015HSI 32In 2015, CMN will deliver thefirst three examples of its newHSI 32 high-speed interceptorto Mozambique. Built entirelyof aluminium, with a top speedin excess of 40kts, the HSI 32is lighter, fast and versatile. Aswell as the full range of missionsassigned to conventional patrolboats, the HSI 32 is designedfor time-sensitive interceptoperations, such as counterterrorismand interdiction oftrafficking and piracy.The HSI 32 offers excellentvisibility, thanks to itspanoramic bridge, and carries acomprehensive surveillance andintelligence payload, completewith radars, electro-optical» DIMENSIONS (m): 32.2 x 7» SPEED: 43 ktssystem, C-ESM and datalink. Allsensors and weapon systems,including a gun mount withall-round firing capability,are interfaced with the ship'scombat management system andintegrated navigation system.For inspectors, response teamsor special forces, a 4.8m RHIBis carried aft and launched via astern ramp. The HSI 32 can beoperated by a crew of just 12and perform patrols lasting up tothree days.In addition to its primary interceptfunction, the new interceptorcan also be used for searchand rescue missions and canaccommodate up to 64 people. «» RANGE: > 800 NM at 12 kts» ACCOMMODATION: 12» WEAPONS: 1 x 20 - 2 x 12.7 mm© COMPOSANTE NAVALE BELGE© CMNCPV105The CPV 105 is a new coastalpatrol vessel designed by Kershipfor a vast array of missionsby naval forces as well asgovernment agencies such asmaritime police, coastguard andcustoms authorities. The boatcan be equipped with a rangeof weapons and communicationsystems, and the bridge can bearmour plated for extra protection.In addition to the ship's sensors,its raised panoramic bridge offersexcellent all-round visibility formonitoring the operationalsituation as it evolves. Designedto operate in territorial watersand exclusive economic zones,the CPV 105 features a sternramp for the rapid launch andrecovery of a 6.8m RHIB. Thisallows inspectors or responseteams to conduct a wide rangeof operations, including lawenforcement, inspection ofmerchant vessels, fisheriespolicing and interdiction of illegaltrafficking and piracy.With impressive endurance evenat top speed (5h at 31kts), theCPV 105 is fast, robust and costeffective.Its optimised hull designand propulsion system offerexcellent manoeuvrability andfuel efficiency.» DIMENSIONS (m): 32.5 x 6.4» RANGE: > 1,500 NM at 15 kts» POWER: 2,700 kW» SPEED: 31 kts» ACCOMMODATION: 17» WEAPONS: 12.7 to 20 mm© KERSHIP