Fincantieri launches ASW corvette, builds patrol vessels for UAE Navy

摘要

Delivery of the vessel to the UAE Navy is expected to take place towards the end of the year. The corvette was ordered in July 2009 under a contract that includes an option for a second vessel which has not yet been finalized. Fincantieri is responsible for all aspects of the project except for the combat system, which is supplied by the UAE Navy as Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). Construction of Abu Dhabi commenced in October 2009. The keel is believed to have been laid down in December 2009.