Philippine Navy Commisions First Rajah Sulayman-class OPV
The Philippine Navy has announced the commissioning of the lead Rajah Sulayman-class OPV alongside the last Acero-class missile-carrying fast attack craft.
SMASH 200/30 News
Navy / Maritime
Weapon / Missile
Navy / Maritime
Weapon / Missile
ASELSAN Develops Upgrades for SMASH Naval RCWS Family
ASELSAN is building the next phase for the SMASH RCWS family with new features including compact turrets for USVs, airburst ammunition, and networked operation.
Navy / Maritime
Weapon / Missile
Philippine Navy’s New OPV Dons ASELSAN’s SMASH 200/30 RCWS
BRP Rajah Sulayman (PS-20) OPV of the Philippine Navy, built by ROK’s Hyundai Heavy Industries, has been seen fitted with ASELSAN’s SMASH 200/30 naval RCWS.
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