Admiral Gorshkov, the lead vessel in Russia's new class of frigates, is conducting sea trials ahead of formally entering service.

The Russian navy began testing the warship in November 2014. March 20 marked the vessel's final tests. According to Russian state media reports, the trials are expected to be completed in July.

"The works are not being delayed and are proceeding according to plan," Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin told TASS. "Our plan is due to be completed in July this year. Now the trials of all the assemblies are underway, including air defense systems deployed on this ship."

Admiral Gorshkov was initially laid down in early 2006, and took its first voyage in 2010. Its trials aim to evaluate the ship's radio-electronics, weapons, and various shipborne assemblies.

Weapons include Oniks and Kalibr cruise missiles and other anti-aircraft solutions. The ship is also supported by 3D air search radars, fire control radars and sonar suites.

The Kremlin expects to receive six vessels of the same type by 2025. The ship, named after a high-ranking Soviet-era military officer, is designed to replace the Krivak-class frigates operated by the old communist regime. It is being developed to be more versatile than its predecessor.

Tweet

Damen prepares training vessel for Australian navy
Washington (UPI) Apr 20, 2017
A new multi-role aviation training vessel built by the Damen Shipyards Group is being prepared to sail to its home port in Australia. Sailing preparations follow the MV Sycamore's successful completion of sea trials and acceptance of the results by representatives of the Australian government, the company announced Thursday. Sea trials included testing of all on-board military sy ... read more

Related Links
Naval Warfare in the 21st Century

Thanks for being here; We need your help. The Space Media Network continues to grow but revenues have never been harder to maintain. With the rise of Ad Blockers, and Facebook - our traditional revenue sources via quality network advertising continues to decline. And unlike so many other news sites, we don't have a paywall - with those annoying usernames and passwords. Our news coverage takes time and effort to publish 365 days a year. If you find our news sites informative and useful then please consider becoming a regular supporter or for now make a one off contribution.
SpaceMediaNetwork Contributor $5 Billed Once credit card or paypal		SpaceMediaNetwork Monthly Supporter $5 Billed Monthly paypal only