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PNS Khalid (S137), an Agosta-90B class diesel attack submarine (SSK) and PNS Juraat Multi-Purpose Auxiliary Craft (MPAC) of the Pakistan Navy (PN) are visiting the Sultanate from February 23 to 26.

The flotilla of the Pakistan Navy is commanded by Commodore Ahmed Saeed. During his stay in Sultanate, Commodore Ahmed will hold meetings with Oman military and civil authorities.

The Pakistan Navy’s 2nd PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) of the PNS Azmat class was launched yesterday during a ceremony at Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works (KS&EW).

New Fast Attack Missile Craft, named PNS Dehshat was produced by the Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works (KS&EW) under the Transfer of Technology agreement from China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Company (CSOC). and Xingang Shipyard.

 Pakistan navy inducted 1st Fast Attack Missile Craft of this class named PNS Azmat in its naval fleet in June 2012.

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Asif Sandila, has termed the production the Fast Attack Missile Craft at Karachi Shipyard as an another example of “unparalleled” Sino-Pak relations.

Pakistan’s first fast-attack craft (missile) PNS Azmat was formally inducted in Pakistan Navy in a ceremony held at the PN Dockyard on Thursday. Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (JCSC) Chairman General Khalid Shameem Wynne was the chief guest on the occasion.

 PNS Azmat is the first ship of its kind in the Pakistan Navy fleet. The craft has been designed and constructed by the China Shipbuilding and Offshore International Company (CSOC). The ship was commissioned as PNS Azmat in China on April 23.


 Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest said that Pakistan Navy’s multiple international deployments were a manifestation of its commitment to guarantee a safe and conducive maritime environment for the world. 

 He said that PNS Azmat was an embodiment of the persistent endeavours of Pakistan Navy to remain relevant to the contemporary environment through induction of state-of-the-art technology. Wynne said that indigenous capability of defence production had been the aim of Pakistan’s armed forces and the fast attack craft programme would contribute to achieve that target by constructing a second craft at the Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works. 

 He lauded the defence cooperation between China and Pakistan, saying the longstanding ties between the two countries were a manifestation of an enduring, multidimensional and deep-rooted relationship. He hoped that defence collaboration between the two countries would grow in the times to come.

 Earlier, in his welcome address, Vice Admiral Zakaullah said that induction of PNS Azmat was a moment of pride for Pakistan in general and Pakistan Navy in particular. He apprised the audience that the ship was extremely agile and capable of undertaking multiple roles, adding that it was fitted with modern weapons and sensors and a variety of defence systems.

 He added that the induction of the craft would provide operational flexibility to safeguard the country’s maritime interests effectively. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Asif Sandila, a large number of navy officers and personnel of the China Shipbuilding and Offshore Company attended the ceremony. The chief guest handed over the ship scroll to the Pakistan fleet commander.

 He visited PNS Azmat and was introduced to the project team. With the induction of its first fast-attack craft, the Pakistan Navy has become the first force in the region to have this advanced defence capability.

Pakistan naval warship PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) has arrived at the Port on Colombo on 28th May 2012 and it was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy. 

The Pakistani PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) is commanded by Commander Ahmed Hussain. The PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC)is 63 meters long and has a full displacement of 631 tons. The ship's complement consists of 77 naval personnel.

 Commanding Officer of the Escort Division Five and the Commanding Officers of the ships paid courtesy calls on the Commander Western Naval Area Rear Admiral DS Udawatta. They held cordial discussions and exchanged mementos as a gesture of goodwill.

 Pakistan naval ship is due to depart on 31st of May, 2012.The crews are scheduled to take part in a series of programmer organized by the Sri Lanka Navy to strengthen the cordial relations among the friendly navies.

Pakistani Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) PNS Azmat  is scheduled to visit Kuantan, Malaysia from 16 May to 19 May 2012. PNS AZMAT is equipped with long range antiship missiles and close-in weapon system (CIWS).

Pakistani Defence Advisor in Malaysia Commodore Zahid Akram has said that PNS Azmat has full complemet of sensors and weapons to counter challenges faced by Pakistan Navy at sea.

The PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) of the Pakistan Navy at the Yangtze River Port of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). PNS Azmat carries 8 long range anti-ship missiles for offensive operations and close-in weapon system (CIWS) for self-defense purposes.

The PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) of the Pakistan Navy at the Yangtze River Port of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). PNS Azmat carries 8 long range anti-ship missiles for offensive operations and close-in weapon system (CIWS) for self-defense purposes.

Pakistan Navy has inducted its PNS Azmat Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) to supplement its fleet of warships. Chief of Naval Staff of Pakistan Navy, Admiral Muhammad Asif Sandila was the chief guest at the commissioning ceremony of PNS Azmat at the Xingang Shipyard in Tianjin, China. 

Chief of Naval Staff of Pakistan Navy,  Admiral Muhammad Asif Sandila said, “Its immense firepower coupled with stealthy features makes it a real versatile platform which would not only prove vital for ensuring effective presence in our area of operations, but would bring a new dimension of operation of stealthy platform of this tonnage.” 

PNS Azmat long Fast Attack Craft (Missile) which will be equipped with eight C-802A/CSS-N-8 Saccade anti-ship missiles. Second Fast Attack Craft (Missile) of the AZMAT class has been named PNS/M Dehshat.

Pakistan Navy (PN) will induct PNS Azmat Fast Attack Craft (Missile) in April this year while the 4th F-22P Zulfiquar Class frigate, PNS Aslat is scheduled to join the Pakistan Navy in April 2013. 

PNS Aslat 254 was launched on the 16 June 2011.

Second Fast Attack Craft (Missile) of the AZMAT class has been named PNS/M Dehshat and it will join Pakitan Navy next year.

Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works (KSEW) has launched Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC)  for Pakistan Navy with the transfer of technology from the Chinese company 'China Shipbuilding and Offshore Company (CSOC) (Pvt) Limited.

Chief of Staff PN, Vice Admiral Tayyab Ali Dogar has said, "We hope to complete the project of the 'Attack Craft' with missile carrier by April next year. It is historic occasion for the country and Pakistan Navy for collaboration with the Chinese brothers on this project." First Fast Attack Missile Craft (FAMC) will arrive in Pakistan in April next year and second missile craft will join PN before the end of 2012.