STM Conducts Keel Laying for Second Portuguese Navy Logistics Support Ship in Istanbul

By ASR Newsdesk · 21 Oct 2026, 00:00 UTC

On October 20, 2026, STM held a keel-laying ceremony in Istanbul for the second logistics support ship, N.R.P. FERNANDO PESSOA (A5212), for the Portuguese Navy. This event signifies the commencement of simultaneous construction for both vessels under STM's contract, which was signed on December 17, 2024. The ship is designed for modularity, capable of logistical support, fuel and cargo transfer, and transporting armored vehicles. It will also support humanitarian aid, search and rescue, and medical missions. The vessels are 137 meters long, displace over 11,000 tonnes, and can operate continuously at sea for up to 30 days.