Peru buys Dutch AB412 search and rescue helicopters

An agreement has been reached between the Dutch and Peruvian governments on the sale of three Agusta-Bell AB412 SP helicopters.
The helicopters were stationed at Leeuwarden Air Base and at Vlieland and were tasked for search-and-rescue SAR missions, often for the NATO air forces exercise area north of the Netherlands.
The aircraft doubled as air ambulances for islanders in the vicinity and as coastguard assets.
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Peru receives first deliveries of latest Mi-171Sh helicopters

Russian Helicopters has handed over the first batch of four Mil Mi-171Sh transport utility rotorcraft to Peru for use by its army.
Part of a 24-unit order placed by Peru in December 2013, the helicopters were handed over a month ahead of schedule.
A further four helicopters will be delivered this year, with the remainder following in 2015.
Peru will additionally establish a maintenance facility dedicated to Russian types.
Its three services already operate a combined fleet of 36 Mi-8/17s, alongside 16 Mi-25/35 attack helicopters flown by the air force.
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Peruvian Navy to acquire Super Seasprite helos from Canada

Peru has awarded General Dynamics Canada a contract to upgrade four Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite helicopters - formerly in service in the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) - with integrated mission systems and to overhaul a fifth prior to delivery to the Peruvian Navy.
The upgrades will offer "enhanced surveillance and search-and-rescue capabilities" by leveraging technology developed by GD Canada for the Royal Canadian Air Force's (RCAF's) Sikorsky CH-148 Cyclone anti-submarine warfare (ASW), surveillance, and search-and-rescue helicopter. The RCAF is replacing its ageing Sikorsky SH-3 Sea Kings with Sikorsky CH-148 Cyclones.
The contract was signed on 9 October.
The SH-2G acquisition marks an important boost for the Peruvian Navy's embarked ASW capabilities, which currently consists of only two Sikorsky SH-3D and two AB 212ASW helicopters, all four with more than 30 years in service.
These incoming SH-2Gs had been in service with the RNZAF since 2001 before being acquired by General Dynamics Air Canada.
Meanwhile, the RNZAF Super Seasprite fleet is being replaced by eight former Australian SH-2G(I), the first of which performed its maiden flight last April.
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Peruvian navy buys surplus Dutch F50s

The Peruvian navy has purchased two surplus Royal Netherlands Air Force Fokker 50 transports.
Previously operated by the air force's 334 Sqn from Eindhoven air base in the VIP transport role, aircraft U-05 (20253) and U-06 (20287) have been parked at Lelystad airport pending their sale, and kept in an airworthy situation and flown on a regular basis.
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Peru Acquires Dutch Replenishment Ship

Peru has acquired the Netherlands’ fleet replenishment ship HNLMS “Amsterdam,” which will be delivered in December.
Completed in 1995, the Amsterdam can carry 8,475 tons of fuel and 290 tons from stores.
The 166-meter-long ship has four abeam stations for the transfer of fuel underway, as well as a hangar and flight deck able to accommodate four light liaison helicopters or three medium transport helicopters.
The Navy is set to procure 10 new helicopters in the short term. The plans also include acquisition of two maritime patrol aircraft and of 32 armored amphibious vehicles for the marines.
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Details emerge on Peruvian Navy future DSME designed LPDs

Details have emerged regarding the construction of two Landing Platform Dock (LPD) ships for the Peruvian Navy. Known as "Buque Multipropósito" these ships will be constructed locally at the SIMA Callao shipyard, with technical assistance from Korean shipbuilder Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME).

Keel laying for the first of class is expected to occur this year. It is reported that those two LPDs will be an evolution of an existing DSME design: The Indonesian Navy Makassar class LPD. The Indonesia built (by local shipyard PT Pal) Makassar class have a length of 125m for a standard displacement of 7,300 tons. They can carry up to 35 vehicles, 5 helicopters (2 in hangar), 218 troops and 2 landing crafts in a well deck.
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Perú va a modernizar fragatas clase Aguirre/ Peruvian Navy Embarks on frigates upgrade programme

La Marina de Guerra del Perú va a modernizar dos de sus fragatas tipo Aguirre (Lupo). Ha contratado trabajos con por importe de 3,4 millones de euros con Rheinmetall.
Perú está modernizando seis de sus ocho fragatas Aguirre con tecnología local pero solo dos de entre la BAP Aguirre, BAP Bolognesi y BAP Quiñones, recibirán una modernización mas exhaustiva.
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The Peruvian Navy (Marina de Guerra del Peru/MGP) has placed a EUR3.4 million (USD4.7 million) order with Rheinmetall for two MASS (Multi Ammunition Softkill System) decoy systems for installation in two Aguirre-class (Lupo) frigates.
The MGP is upgrading at least six of its eight Carvajal-class (modified Lupo) and Aguirre-class frigates, incorporating a considerable quantity of locally developed technology.
However, funds are limited and only two of the ships – the contenders are believed to be BAP Aguirre, BAP Bolognesi and BAP Quiñones – will receive a comprehensive renewal of their sensor and weapon fits. The remaining vessels can expect limited upgrades for enhanced performance in certain areas.
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