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NHIndustries is pleased to announce the delivery of the first NH90NFH helicopter to the Royal Netherlands Navy during an official ceremony held today at AgustaWestland’s Vergiate plant in Italy.
NHIndustries is pleased to announce the delivery of the first NH90NFH helicopter to the Royal Netherlands Navy during an official ceremony held today at AgustaWestland’s Vergiate plant in Italy.
As officially announced in February 2010, the Royal Australian Navy will have to choose between the Sikorsky/Lockheed Martin-built MH-60R, of the Sikorsky S-70 family, and the NH90 NFH, built by NH Industries of which 62.5% are held by Eurocopter of the EADS Group.
Senator Faulkner said that “The new naval combat helicopter will enhance the Royal Australian Navy’s ability to conduct a range of maritime combat and other operations, including anti-submarine and surface warfare.”
Senator Faulkner emphasised that the government’s decision will take into account all relevant considerations, including capability, cost, Australian industry opportunities, risk and value for money.