Upgraded communications systems to enable better communication and networking with other ships, aircraft, ground forces and coalition partners when deployed.
This upgrade will allow for an increased ability for HMNZS Canterbury to conduct concurrent operations, lead joint and combined operations and maintain interoperability with key partners.
Canterbury deploys personnel, vehicles, and cargo using conventional port infrastructure or directly ship-to-shore using landing craft, boats, or helicopter airlift. The ship provides medical support from a self-contained hospital, and can manage military or civilian operations from an on-board command and control facility.
The Offshore Patrol Vessels Communications Upgrade is designed to maintain tasking availability, improve ability to conduct expected tasks and maintain interoperability into the future.
MSA is the Prime System Integrator for the Project and are working with subcontractors Beca Technologies and McKay Ltd. Installation is underway on Canterbury and HMNZS Otago with acceptance trials to be complete shortly.
