The first HPB-1500 Police Patrol Craft was successfully handed over to the UK Ministry of Defence Police at HMNB Portsmouth on Monday.
This craft is the first in a series being delivered by Marine Specialised Technology (MST) for the UK Ministry of Defence Police and the Gibraltar Ministry of Defence Police.
The Patrol Craft will be used to ensure the protection of major Royal Naval Assets, including capital ships and submarines, as well as installations in and around UK dockyard ports, Gibraltar Naval Base, and other necessary locations.
NORCO Composites & GRP was selected by MST, based in Merseyside, as their primary composite supplier for this six-year program. We are responsible for manufacturing the 15m hull, wheelhouse, internal structures, and deck.
Ned Popham, Engineering Manager, comments:
“This significant milestone reinforces the commitment of MST and NORCO Composites & GRP to deliver technologically advanced naval vessels that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.”
