The Indonesian Navy has begun the next phase of the mid-life upgrade programme for its Bung Tomo-class frigates.
As per a recent press statement from Dutch naval architects Nevesbu, the force has green-lit upgrading the systems of KRI Bung Tomo and KRI John Lie. Work on their sister ship, KRI Usman Harun, is already underway.
Nevesbu has been appointed as the platform systems integrator for the second and third warships, reprising its role on KRI Usman Harun.
Its statement noted: “Modernising the frigates has become imperative due to ageing systems and evolving operational demands.
“As naval missions grow increasingly complex and technologically advanced, the frigates will be upgraded with state-of-the-art systems to ensure the Indonesian fleet remains among the most capable in the region. ”
Meanwhile, Thales Netherlands will be responsible for combat systems integration and PT Len Industri will oversee the mission systems.
The Nevesbu statement added: “As each vessel is unique, modernisation of KRI Bung Tomo and KRI John Lie starts with detailed onboard surveys to map the as-is situation and identify differences between the vessels.
“Nevesbu recently presented the preliminary survey results of the KRI Bung Tomo and outlined its approach for the mid-life modernisation of the Bung Tomo class frigates. This approach builds on the agreed solution for the KRI Usman Harun by applying a ’one solution for class’ principle.”
- You can read more details on the Nevesbu website