Marine component of the defense forces of Papua New Guinea . Tasks support military operations, patrol the exclusive economic zone, and also help the civilian population.
| Papua New Guinea Defense Force Navy Papua New Guinea Marine Defense Component | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Years of existence | 1975 - present |
| A country |  Papua New Guinea |
| Subordination | Ministry of Defense of Papua New Guinea |
| Included in | Papua New Guinea Defense Forces |
| Type of | Navy |
| Number | 200 military personnel |
| Dislocation | Port Moresby and Milne Bay Touliki |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | captain Max Aleale |
Historical background
Papua New Guinea until 1975 was controlled by Australia . In 1975 it gained independence and at the same time the Navy was formed. Australia handed over 5 Attack patrol boats, 2 MDK and 3 aux. ship and boat. Already in the 1980s. 4 new patrol boats were built in Australia, and auxiliary ships were purchased in Singapore. In 1997, they made the last purchase of patrol boats in Singapore, after which the ship’s composition has not changed for 11 years.
Current status
To date, 200 people are serving in the Navy. Armed with 4 patrol boats and 2 landing ships. All boats and ships of the old construction of the 1970s and 80s, morally and physically obsolete. According to Jane's guide , the fleet is poorly funded and most of its equipment needs major repairs. It is believed that in this condition, the fleet cannot effectively perform its functions. As a rule, only one patrol boat can immediately go to sea, and the operation of landing craft is so costly that they are practically not used. In addition, the life of these ships is coming to an end. The fleet’s main concern is the fight against the illegal fishing of tuna by Japanese vessels.
Shipboard
| room | Name | Type of | In the fleet | condition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrol boats | |||||
| P01 | HMPNGS Rabaul | Pacific class patrol boats | May 1987 | in the ranks | ex-HMPNGS Tarangau, built in Australia as part of a joint defense program. |
| P02 | HMPNGS Dreger | Pacific class patrol boats | October 1987 | in the ranks | Built in Australia as part of a joint defense program. |
| P03 | HMPNGS Seeadler | Pacific class patrol boats | October 1988 | in the ranks | Built in Australia as part of a joint defense program. |
| P04 | HMPNGS Moresby | Pacific class patrol boats | July 1989 | in the ranks | Ex - HMPNGS Basilisk, built in Australia as part of a joint defense program. |
| HMPNGS Aitap | 109 foot | 1997 | in the ranks | Purchased in Singapore, part of the Singapore fleet, in poor condition. | |
| HMPNGS Samapia | 109 foot | 1997 | in the ranks | Purchased in Singapore, part of the Singapore fleet, in poor condition. | |
| HMPNGS Ladava | 109 foot | 1997 | in the ranks | Purchased in Singapore, part of the Singapore fleet, in poor condition. | |
| Small landing ships | |||||
| L 31 | HMPNGS Salamaua | Landing class ships "Balikpapan" | November 1974 | in the ranks | Former Australian. |
| L 32 | HMPNGS Buna | Landing class ships "Balikpapan" | November 1974 | in the ranks | Former Australian. |
| L 33 | HMPNGS Lakekamu | Landing class ships "Balikpapan" | December 2014 | in the ranks | Former Australian Labuan. |
In addition, the fleet includes the following auxiliary ships.
- Small tug SHT 503 from November 1974
- Former Singapore airborne cargo transports Burfoam, Burkrest, Bursia, Burveyve.
- Tender Sepura.
- In addition, 2 small boats and 2 landing boats are used as auxiliary vessels.
Future
The navy command plans to replace the existing vessels with larger multi-purpose corvettes, and is also exploring the possibility of purchasing a 2,000-ton multi-purpose vessel, or converting a merchant vessel for patrolling. But for now, insufficient funding is hindering this.
Ship Prefix
HMPNGDFS - English His / Her Majesty's Papua New Guinea Defense Force Ship (Rus. His / Her Majesty Papua New Guinea Defense Forces Ship).
Gallery
HMPNGS Seedler.jpg
Sources
- Janes Worlds Navies - Papua New Guinea ". Retrieved 2009-01-05.