Italy's new JSF-capable carrier

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Fincantieri has received a $780-million contract for the construction of a 26,500-ton full load displacement aircraft carrier for the Italian Navy. The aircraft carrier is to be designed both with the Joint Strike Fighter and with joint amphibious missions in mind. The contract for the construction of the Nuova Unita Maggiore's ship system and certain combat systems should be passed officially early in 2001.

Contracts & orders received

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Indian Navy regenerates its fleet air arm

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The carrier aviation in the Indian Navy is undergoing a major transformation with new ships and aircraft. The current operations aboard INS Viraat and the future of India's carrier force are discussed.

Author: Mazumdar, Mrityunjoy
Management dynamics, India, Management, Company business management, India. Indian Navy, Military reform, INS Viraat (Ship)

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NUM evolves to project Italian naval air power

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The importance of the Nuova Unita Maggiore (NUM) aircraft carrier program, to the Italian Navy, is discussed.

Author: Stanglini, Ruggero
Facilities & equipment, Italy. Navy

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Subjects list: Italy, Aircraft carriers
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