UK hands over 3 modern hovercraft to Pakistan Navy
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Hovercraft to further boost Pakistan Navy’s capacity
UK hands over 3 modern hovercraft to Pakistan Navy (Courtesy: Online)
The UK Ministry of Defence has handed over three modern hovercraft to the Pakistan Navy, marking a significant development in enhancing Pakistan’s maritime defence capabilities.
According to details surfaced on Wednesday, the inclusion of these advanced hovercraft is considered a major step forward for strengthening the operational readiness of the Pakistan Navy. The hovercraft were manufactured by the renowned British company, Griffon Marine Support, under an agreement finalised in February 2022.
Known for their high speed, manoeuvrability, and ability to undertake a range of missions, the hovercraft will significantly boost the Pakistan Navy’s capacity for logistical and support operations. Their addition is expected to improve both the reach and efficiency of Pakistan’s naval forces.
The handover ceremony took place in London and was attended by senior officials from the Pakistan High Commission.
Reference Link:- https://www.samaa.tv/2087335842-uk-hands-over-3-modern-hovercraft-to-pakistan-navy
Zamir Ahmed Awan is the founder and Chair of the Global Silk Route Research Alliance, a think tank in Islamabad. He studied engineering at Shanghai University in the 1980s, and years later he went back to China as Pakistan's science counsellor in Beijing, from 2010 until 2016, working on science and higher education cooperation between the two countries.…
