Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Embraer equip the Brazilian Navy for the future
03/29/2019
The consortium Águas Azuis was selected as the preferred bidder for the construction of four new corvettes of the Tamandaré class.
The consortium Águas Azuis, consisting of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, Embraer Defense & Security and Atech has been selected by the Brazilian Navy as the preferred bidder for the construction of four defense ships of the corvette class Tamandaré (CCT).
The result, announced today (March 28), represents a new milestone for the country's maritime defense and marine industry.
Under the leadership of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, the member companies of the consortium Águas Azuis will form a joint venture (Specific Purpose Company) for the execution phase of the program. The companies and their subsidiaries have a long-standing relationship and a strong presence in the country. This strong and strong partnership in Brazil is characterized in particular by securing proven technologies not only for the CCT program in the long term, but also to develop future strategic defense projects in the country.
"We appreciate that the Brazilian Navy entrusts us with the construction of the corvettes of the Tamandaré class. Participation in the CCT program strengthens our leadership and the proven technologies we have been providing to the maritime defense industry worldwide for nearly two centuries, "commented Dr. Rolf Wirtz, CEO of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems. "Bringing skilled jobs and technologies into the country and strengthening Brazil's defense industry, "added Dr. Wirtz." In the consortium with thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, we offer a solid national partnership model with the proven ability to sustain technology transfer and its development for the future We have always been confident that our offering will meet the operational needs of the Brazilian Navy, "added Jackson Schneider, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security.
National sovereignty
With the CCT program, the Brazilian Navy will expand and modernize its fleet. By commissioning the four Corvettes between 2024 and 2028, the Navy receives new escorts. Its main tasks are to defend against possible threats, to protect maritime traffic and to monitor Brazilian territorial waters - the so-called "Blue Amazon" with a total area of more than 4.5 million square kilometers.The escorts will also play an important role in peace missions and humanitarian missions , thus making an important contribution to Brazilian diplomacy.
The CCT program will make a valuable contribution to the Brazilian economy:
- a local share of more than 40% in shipbuilding and the development of state-of-the-art systems;
- Creation of more than 1,000 direct and approximately 4,000 indirect jobs;
- promoting competitiveness, meeting the future needs of the Brazilian Navy and exporting naval defense products;
- involvement of research and development centers;
- In-service support capability for lifetime preservation of high-tech products.
The program includes strong technology transfer for military shipbuilding and management and platform management systems. As one of the most modern shipyards in Brazil, Aliança-Oceana, shipbuilder of the consortium Águas Azuis, will be the recipient of the technology transfer in military shipbuilding. The shipyard is located in Itajaí (state of Santa Catarina), a region with a highly developed shipbuilding industry. The shipyard is part of the Oceana Offshore Group, a company with more than 20 years of experience in shipbuilding and ship operation for offshore oil claims. With an area of approximately 31 hectares, Oceana is equipped with 4 to 6 offshore vessels with state-of-the-art engineering and construction systems to build each year - with the associated high level of automation and the use of state-of-the-art technology.
The company also has facilities in Niterói (Rio de Janeiro State), which can serve as a logistics and service base for the Brazilian Navy.
Atech, an Embraer Group company, will provide the CMS (Combat Management System) and Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) for the Tamandaré Corvettes and is the recipient of the technology transfer in collaboration with ATLAS ELEKTRONIK (a subsidiary of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems) and L3 MAPPS , With offices in Rio de Janeiro (RJ) and São Paulo (SP), Atech employs more than 500 engineers specializing in the development of software and hardware for defense applications has unique expertise in systems engineering, orientation and decision making technologies. Embraer Defense & Security will integrate the sensors and weapons into the deployment system, bringing its 50 years of service support experience to the program.
The MEKO® Class - authentic ships for the high seas
The consortium Águas Azuis has submitted an offer to the Brazilian Navy based on the proven concept of the MEKO® class, a worldwide reference of proven solutions in shipbuilding. The module-based design simplifies the local integration of systems and technology transfer, helping to reduce acquisition, maintenance and modernization costs. The MEKO® class unites cutting-edge technology and rugged combat capability, and is a true ocean-going vessel. The ships have exceptional characteristics in terms of range and stamina. As a result, several navies worldwide have a flexible, versatile combat platform and advanced ships for different missions.
Since 1982, 82 corvettes and frigates of the MEKO® class have been delivered to navies from 14 different nations, 37 of which were built outside of Germany and are still in service - with an expected lifespan of more than 40 years. The MEKO® class combines the advantages of five Ship generations, thanks to their continuous design optimization, in which the best design features of each ship are transferred to the next generation and further developed. This will ensure the transfer of proven and proven technologies, materials and standards that have already been proven.
About thyssenkrupp Marine Systems
thyssenkrupp Marine Systems is one of the leading global systems providers for submarines and naval vessels. With over a century of tradition in the design and construction of naval and underwater naval vessels, the company offers the highest levels of technology expertise, innovation and a comprehensive and reliable service to its customers worldwide.
Further information at: www.thyssenkrupp-marinesystems.com
About ATLAS ELEKTRONIK
The ATLAS ELEKTRONIK Group offers solutions in and on the water for civil and military
applications. The company has a leading position in all areas of maritime high technology, from command and control systems including radio and communications equipment for UBoote and surface ships to mine hunting systems to heavy duty torpedoes , coastal defense systems and service. ATLAS has customers all over the world. The electronics specialist is a member of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems. The company employs around 2,200 people.
More information at: www.atlas-elektronik.com
About thyssenkrupp
thyssenkrupp is a technology group with traditionally high materials expertise. More than 160,000
employees work in 78 countries with passion and technology know-how in high quality
products as well as intelligent industrial processes and services for sustainable
progress. Their qualifications and commitment are the basis of our success. thyssenkrupp
generated sales of € 42.7 billion in the 2017/2018 financial year.
Together with our customers, we develop competitive solutions for future
challenges in their respective industries. With our engineering expertise we enable
our customers to gain advantages in the global competition as well as to produce innovative products economically and resource-conserving. Our technologies and innovations are the key to meeting the diverse customer and market needs worldwide, growing in the markets of the future, and generating high and stable earnings, cash and value contributions.
More information at: www.thyssenkrupp.com
About Embraer Defense & Security
Embraer Defense & Security is the leading provider in Latin America in the aerospace and
defense industry. In addition to the light attack and training aircraft A-29 Super Tucano
and the military multi-purpose transport aircraft KC-390, the company offers a
comprehensive range of integrated solutions and applications such as command and control systems
(C4I), radars, ISR (information, surveillance and
reconnaissance systems) and space technology. This also includes integrated information and
communication systems, border control and border surveillance systems, as well as aircraft for
government transport and special operations. Embraer Defense & Security is a global player with
products and solutions in more than 60 countries.
About Atech
Recognized as the Brazilian "system house", Atech's Guide is always guided by innovation to renew the country, and with its unique expertise in systems engineering and positioning and decision making technologies, Atech develops innovative solutions in the areas of air traffic, command and weapon deployment systems, cybersecurity , measurement and control systems, integrated systems, simulators and logistics. the company is responsible for the development and modernization of the entire system for managing and defending the Brazilian airspace. Thanks to its services, the company has been recognized by the Brazilian Ministry of defense as the Strategic defense company and certified.
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