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U.A.E. orders Rolls water jets for navy
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UPI) Dec 9, 2009 Engine and power system manufacturer Rolls-Royce has won a contract to supply 24 lightweight water jets for the navy of the United Arab Emirates. The watercrafts will team up with the navy's fleet of fast patrol boats with the new order adding to the scores of Rolls Royce water jets already in service across the region. "There are already 150 Rolls-Royce water jets in service across the region and this order further increases our present in this important market," Jay Dagher, Rolls Royce Naval Marine regional manager, was quoted as saying in local media. "In response to this growth and to provide in-service support for our growing customer base, we are working with ADSB to establish a water jet service center in Abu Dhabi," he added. Company officials say two of the Kamewa FF600 water jets, designed and manufactured by Rolls-Royce, will be fitted to 12 new fast patrol boats currently under construction by Abu Dhabi Ship Building. It is understood that the water jets will be fitted with interceptors to enable tighter turning capability and better stability and to decrease fuel consumption. The order also includes a joystick control system that will improve the maneuvering capability of the vessels. Rolls-Royce is currently the only company that manufactures interceptors on water jets with a control system called the Incorporated Interceptor Control. This means, as experts explain, that interceptors no longer need to be purchased, installed or controlled separately, translating into greater efficiency and time savings in the shipbuilding process. Measuring 26.5 meters in length, the new fast crafts will be able to reach a top speed of more than 35 knots. "Kamewa water jets power a range of vessels from the smallest inshore craft to the largest ocean going vessels," Arabian Business reported. "Rolls-Royce advanced pump technology gives enhanced pulling thrust at lower speeds and the lightweight aluminum construction reduces overall vessel weight to offer high speeds with improved fuel economy," it added. In a previous deal, Rolls-Royce had supplied FF550 water jets and SII Kamewa water jets to the navy of the United Arab Emirates. This month it was revealed that about 300 new engineering jobs might be created in South Yorkshire after Rolls-Royce revealed plans to build a new civil nuclear facility in the region. Company reports show that Roll-Royce supplies at least 70 navies with products varying from gas turbines and diesel engines to electronic systems. It has marine service facilities in 34 countries. Share This Article With Planet Earth
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