The delivery ceremony of the MPCS (Multipurpose Combat Ship/ PPA) KRI Prabu Siliwangi (pennant number 321) vessel to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) was held today at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Muggiano (La Spezia).
Fincantieri press release
The ceremony was attended by Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of the Indonesian Navy, H.E. Prof. DR. Junimart Girsang, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to the Republic of Italy , and Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto , Chief of the Italian Navy. Their presence underscored the strong defense collaboration between the two nations. Representing Fincantieri were CEO and Managing Director, Pierroberto Folgiero, and General Manager of the Naval Vessels Division Eugenio Santagata.
KRI Prabu Siliwangi (321) delivery follows that of its sister, KRIÂ Brawijaya (320), delivered last July, completing the supply of the two vessels built by Fincantieri that will form the Indonesian Navy’s largest combat units , as well as the most technologically advanced units in the Indo -Pacific . The two PPAs represent a strategic element for the stability of the Asian region and the protection of Indonesian national interests, further consolidating the partnership between Fincantieri and the Indonesian Ministry of Defense.
Technical Features: PPA -Multipurpose Combat Ship:
The MPCS/PPA is a highly versatile class of ship designed to perform a wide range of missions, including frontline combat operations, maritime patrol, rescue, and civil protection activities. The vessel is also capable of operating high -speed boats such as RHIB (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat) through lateral crane or a hauling ramp located at the stern
- Overall length: 143 meters
- Speed: more than 31 knots
- Crew: 171 personnel
- Equipped with a combined diesel and gas turbine propulsion plant (CODAG) and an
electric propulsion system
