Incat Company Profile
MILITARY/DEFENCE-
HSV 2
HSV2 Swift (061)
Incat vessels have been utilised in a range of military applications,
and the commercial off the shelf technology can provide
economic, efficient and effective commercial platforms that
interest defence forces which understand the need for new ways
to achieve results.
The Incat platform offers fast transit, fast turnaround in port,
and the shallow draft and optional ramp arrangements can
significantly increase access to austere ports. Flexibility and
versatility in vehicle deck layout, plus optional helicopter decks
and hangars increase mission options. The wide beam and
other design aspects improve passenger comfort and crew
accommodation, medical and other facilities can be installed
for specific requirements. Minimal crewing numbers and reliable
economic operation assist with ongoing budget considerations.
In 1999 the Royal Australian Navy chartered an Incat 86 metre
vessel for use during the East Timor crisis. As HMAS Jervis Bay she
completed over 100 trips between Darwin and Dili, transporting
personnel and equipment. With average speeds of 40 knots, the
craft completed the 900 nautical mile return trip from Darwin to
East Timor in less than 24 hours.
During this time the vessel seized the attention of the US military,
enabling them to witness the potential of high speed craft to
perform various military roles. As a result, in 2001 joint forces from
the US military awarded Bollinger / Incat USA the charter contract
of Incat 96 metre HSV X1 Joint Venture.
The success of Joint Venture led to more charter contracts. The
98m TSV-1X Spearhead in 2002, and HSV 2 Swift in 2003.
All three vessels have displayed their excellence in humanitarian
roles, including Swift's major role in Hurricane Katrina, often
responding on short notice to meet the needs of disaster relief
efforts. The ships became the military benchmarks for future
fast sealift acquisitions due to the high operational speed, long
range deployment capabilities, combined with a high deadweight
capacity.
The Japanese Defence Forces have also utilised Incat high-speed
catamarans in relief operations.
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