# Senegal’s Navy outlines fleet procurement plan, ahead of AMSF 2020

- Link: https://www.military.africa/2019/12/senegals-navy-outlines-fleet-procurement-plan-ahead-of-amsf-2020/
- Published: 2019-12-20T16:22:14+01:00
- Author: Ekene Lionel

Senegal has outlined an ambitious fleet recapitalization plan as a result of increased
maritime security challenges across Africa.

Since Senegal will begin oil exploitation by 2022 and is anticipating a significant
rise in illegal maritime activity once the drilling begins. In order to be prepared
for these evolving threats, the Senegal Navy is currently shortlisting suppliers
for OPVs, patrol crafts, and logistic support ships and advanced equipment.

This procurement and acquisition plan will be showcased to the international public
during the** Africa Maritime Security Forum ** **(AMSF 2020**) to be held between
20th – 22nd January, 2020 in Dakar, Senegal.

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The **AMSF 2020** will be the first high-calibre event in Senegal to feature 8 Chiefs
of Naval Staff and global maritime decision makers to address the security infrastructure
supporting West Africa’s boom in LNG production.

The [African Maritime Security Forum](https://africamaritimesecurity.com/) 2020 
is slated to coincide with Senegal Navy’s 45th birthday celebrations, the event 
will reveal Senegal’s impressive naval base and fleet capabilities to the international
community as well as their commitment to international navy cooperation.

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In addition, the[ AMSF 2020](https://www.military.africa/2019/12/senegals-navy-outlines-fleet-procurement-plan-ahead-of-amsf-2020/military.africa/2019/10/africa-maritime-security-forum-2020)****
in Dakar will provide a platform for African Navies to tackle the ongoing challenge
of offshore oil theft, illegal fishing, illegal migration, trafficking and piracy.

Some of the ongoing procurement and acquisitions by Senegal Navy includes:

 * 25 Metres Shaldag MK2 fast patrol craft
 * 33 Metres MK5 patrol craft
 * 62 Metres [OPV 58 S Offshore Patrol Vessel](https://www.military.africa/2019/12/senegals-navy-outlines-fleet-procurement-plan-ahead-of-amsf-2020/military.africa/2019/11/senegal-orders-three-opv-58-s-patrol-vessels-from-france)
 * 100 metre BSL Logistics Support Ship

Regarding the 62 metres OPV 58 S Offshore Patrol Vessel, Senegal [placed an order](https://www.military.africa/2019/12/senegals-navy-outlines-fleet-procurement-plan-ahead-of-amsf-2020/military.africa/2019/11/senegal-orders-three-opv-58-s-patrol-vessels-from-france)
for three 62 meters Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) from French shipbuilder PIRIOU.

The contract was signed on November 17, with construction to start in early 2020
while their delivery is set to take place by mid-2023.

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The vessels which are the OPV 58 S, a missile armed patrol vessel dedicated to surveillance,
identification and intervention missions.

 Included in the contract is a follow on support which will be conducted at PIRIOU
NGOM site in Senegal.

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