Saudi-Arabia; Navy set to get 1st. indigenously built interceptor boat

According to a Tweet released by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) on October 14, 2020, Saudi Arabia has launched its first local-made fast interceptor boat manufactured by Zamil Ship Manufacturing Company, as part of the project to manufacture locally HSI32 rapid interceptor boat.

Saudi Boosts Arabian Gulf Security by Acquiring World's Fastest Interceptor Speedboats – Maritime Security News

The HSI32 is a fast interceptor boat designed by the French Company CMN and manufactured in Saudi Arabia tanks to transfer technology agreement. She can be used to conduct sea strike operations, search and rescue (SAR), maritime security, sea safety, convoy protection, sea policing, anti-piracy, protection of vulnerable vessels and offshore installations, and control of illegal immigration, trafficking, and smuggling.

The HSI32 is powered by three diesel engines, two main generators, and three waterjets (two steerings and one booster). She can reach a maximum speed of 43 kts. She has a range of about 800 nm at a speed of 12 kts. and 580 nm at 33 kts.

Saudi-Arabia; Navy set to get 1st. indigenously built interceptor boat

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