New Amphibious Ship Ends Sea Trials
June 09 2010
Shipbuilder Navantia recently completed sea trials for the Spanish navy's new amphibious warship, reports the Spanish company.
The trials of the Juan Carlos I (L-61) evaluated the performance of onboard systems and equipment, including the propulsion plant, company officials said.
The 26,000-ton vessel demonstrated excellent seakeeping and turning capability, due to its podded propulsion system, said the shipbuilder.
Navantia said the trials also validated the new combined...
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