African Maritime Security Takes Center Stage

September 24, 2024

Fincantieri, Vard Marine (VARD) and Sandock Austral Shipyards forged a partnership to build ships in Africa -- aiming to effectively reshape the African maritime security landscape -- a collaboration centered on the Afrika Offshore Patrol Vessel (VARD 7 055), a 53-meter patrol vessel tailored for the country's operating environment. 

The deal gives exclusive marketing and manufacturing rights for the VARD 7 055 to Sandock Austral Shipyards across sub-Saharan Africa.

The Afrika Offshore Patrol Vessel. Image courtesy VARD
The Afrika Offshore Patrol Vessel. Image courtesy VARD


Image courtesy VARD

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