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Indonesia Weighs Risks of Aging Aircraft Carrier Acquisition
Indonesia's acquisition of the KRI Sriwijaya, a compact aircraft carrier with a storied past, presents a crucial decision: will it become a versatile hub for amphibious operations and drone innovation, or a costly relic, relegated to harbor duty? The nation's choices on equipping, modernizing, and sustaining the ship will ultimately determine its fate.
Indonesia Grapples with Aircraft Carrier's Operational Limits
Indonesia's newest aircraft carrier, now christened KRI Sriwijaya, has officially joined the Indonesian Navy's fleet after a formal handover ceremony at Tanjung Priok Port in Jakarta. The vessel's arrival marks a significant milestone, with senior leaders in attendance to welcome the ship and celebrate its new identity.
Italy Awards $4.2B Contract for DDX Destroyers to Fincantieri, Leonardo Venture
The Italian Navy is on the cusp of a major upgrade with a $4.2 billion contract awarded to Fincantieri and Leonardo's joint venture, Orizzonte Sistemi Navali, to build two cutting-edge DDX destroyers. This game-changing deal is set to revolutionize Italy's air and missile defence capabilities.
Indonesia Acquires Italian Carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi
Get ready to set sail with a new addition to its fleet! Indonesia is welcoming the Italian aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi, which is making its way to Indonesian waters, expected to arrive between September 15-20, after a 20-day journey from Italy.