MCM ship design evolution
‘‘VENARI-85 represents a
huge step-change in the way
MCM ship design is approached
and developed,’’ said Stephen
Braham, head of business
development (warships) at BMT
Defence Services.
‘‘Designing
platforms with roles and future
technology developments in
mind seems the logical step but
not one that’s often taken.
‘‘Before attempting to design
such a platform, we invested
significant time and effort in
operational analysis to better
understand how the vessel
will be deployed now and in
the future, to comprehend the
missions and the equipment
needed to conduct them.
Such an approach not only
avoids compromise and
repurposing costs in later years,
it also maximises the ability
to conduct effective MCM
throughout life.’’
SA Artillery