Steel cut for Portugal's second logistics support ship
A computer-generated image of Portugal's two future logistics support ships, being built by Turkish shipbuilder STM. (STM)
Turkish companies STM and Ada Shipyard cut steel for the Portugese Navy's future logistics support ship NRP D. Dinis (A5212) in Istanbul in June 2026.
STM was awarded a contract for two ships in Lisbon on 17 December 2024. The construction of the first ship NRP Luís De Camões began in November 2025, followed by its keel laying ceremony in January 2026.
The vessels, being built under STM's project management, are planned to have a length of 137 m, a beam of 19 m, and a displacement of 11,000 tonnes. They will carry up to 200 personnel (including 100 in temporary accommodation), have an endurance of 90 days without resupply, and a maximum range of 14,000 n miles. They will have a maximum speed of 18 kt and a cruising speed of 14 kt using diesel engines. Their electric engines will deliver a cruising speed of 6 kt. and a max They are designed for varying operational roles.
The vessels are equipped to provide solid and liquid replenishment at sea and will carry substantial cargo, including 4,000 m3 of F-76 fuel, 350 m3 of F-44 aviation fuel, 650 m3 of fresh water, and 700 m3 of general cargo. They can carry six 20-foot containers. They are armed with advanced defensive systems, including close-in weapon systems, remotely operated 12.7 mm guns, chaff/decoy launchers, and various sensors. They will be able to transport of up to 20 light tactical armoured vehicles.
For helicopter operations, the ships will include a landing platform for helicopters and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), as well as a UAV hangar.
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