Raytheon has been selected new Capability Life Cycle Manager for the Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs). Raytheon Australia has been selected to initially help support the transition into service for the OPV’s, while setting the foundations for through life asset management. The first two Arafura class vessels are currently under construction at Osborne in SA, while the remaining 10 vessels will be built at Henderson in WA.
Minister for Defence Linda Reynolds said this was a significant step in the development of a dynamic local industry model to manage Navy’s continuous shipbuilding program.
“Today’s announcement is all about jobs and backing Australian industry as the economy continues to recover from COVID-19,” Minister Reynolds said...MORE
