The Type 332 Frankenthal-class mine hunter is a class of Germanmine hunters. The ships are built of non-magnetic steel. Hull, machinery and superstructure of this class is similar to the original Type 343 Hameln-classminesweeper, but the equipment differs.
Slightly modified Frankenthal-class minehunters are also operated by the Turkish Navy, where they are referred to as the Aclass.
List of German ships
All active ships are currently stationed in Kiel at the Baltic Sea. M1058, M1059, M1062, M1065 and M1069 are part of the 3. Minensuchgeschwader (3. mine sweeper squadron). The others belong to 5. Minensuchgeschwader. M1060 Weiden was sold to United Arab Emirates in 2006. As the German Navy closed the naval base at Olpenitz, all ships were relocated to Kiel and their squadrons incorporated into the Einsatzflottille 1 (Flotilla 1).
On 21 February 2007, Grömitz ran onto a reef in the Floro fjord while on tour in western Norway and remained stranded in a spectacular way until being salvaged.
A minehunter is a naval vessel that actively detects and destroys individual naval mines. Minesweepers, on the other hand, clear mined areas as a whole, without prior detection of mines. A vessel that combines both of these roles is known as a mine countermeasures vessel (MCMV).
Description
A minehunter uses an imaging sonar to detect and classify targets and then sends out divers or remotely operated vehicles to inspect and neutralise the threat, often using small charges that are detonated remotely.
Minehunters are generally small, shallow-draught vessels, as they are often called upon to work in enclosed bodies of water such as shipping channels or harbours. As manoeuvrability in such areas is critical the Voith-Schneider cycloidal propulsor is commonly used, allowing the engine thrust to be transmitted in any direction. A number of modern vessels use catamaran hulls to provide a large, stable working platform with minimal underwater contact; this reduces draught whilst lowering acoustic transmission and reducing the fluid pressure generated by the moving hull that may otherwise detonate mines with a hydraulic pressure trigger.
The difference between a minehunter and a minesweeper
In today’s episode we are going to talk about “the difference between a minehunter and a minesweeper” To be precise, let’s take a look on what is it to be called minehunter and minesweeper. A minehunter is a ship that searches for, detects, and destroys individual naval mines. Minesweepers, on the other hand, clean mined regions in their entirety without detecting any mines beforehand. Minesweepers are ships that are designed to sweep different types of mines. Interestingly, today we would like to scrutinize several distinctions of minehunter and minesweeper in terms of their historical use, how they are functioning and their role at the present time. Let’s begin this topic with the history of minesweeper use.
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Can you buy an ex Navy Minehunter? We just did! | Episode 1
Episode 1: Join us on an extraordinary maritime journey as we unveil the story behind our bold purchase of two ex-Australian Navy Minehunters! These robust vessels, once vital in naval operations, are now set to be reborn as luxurious superyachts. 🚤✨
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Royal Navy Minehunter HMS Quorn Returns Home 02.09.14
The Royal Navy minehunter, HMS Quorn, has returned home after three years deployed on operations in the Gulf. The vessel has been part of a multinational force, tasked with keeping the sea lanes open and combating illegal maritime activity in the region. Tim Cooper reports from Portsmouth.
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Ex Joint Warrior: On Board The Royal Navy's Minehunters | Forces TV
Dozens of ships and submarines from 13 countries have assembled off the West coast of Scotland to rehearse an international response to a range of global threats. Forces News has been given access to two Minehunter vessels who will sail to the Gulf later this year to protect vital shipping lanes from enemy attack.
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Ukrainian Navy sailors train on Royal Navy minehunter
Sailors of the Ukrainian Navy are being trained by their Royal Navy counterparts in Scotland.
They are learning how to operate the Sandown-class minehunters as they prepare to manage two of the vessels after a deal was struck under the Ukrainian Naval Capabilities Enhancement Programme (UNCEP) last year.
"It's a professional privilege, really, to be working with the Ukrainian Navy, who are incredibly focused on getting the job done," the captain of the minehunter said.
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Minehunter HMS Shoreham prepares for deployment to the Gulf
Onboard Minehunter HMS Shoreham as she prepares for deployment to the Gulf
published: 04 May 2018
RFA Stirling Castle: The minehunter with autonomous countermeasures... and a sauna
RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary - is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous mine-hunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
Forces News has been on board to see how the minehunting mother ship will help the group carry out that task.
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The unexpected feature on Royal Navy's new cutting-edge minehunter
RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary – is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous minehunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
As well as being equipped for autonomous minehunting – this ship has all mod cons, and being a former North Sea oil rig support vessel she even has her very own sauna.
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Belgian Minehunter M940 Oostende Conducts Successful Third Sea Trial
The Belgian-Dutch Mine Countermeasures Replacement Program has reached a significant milestone with the successful third sea trial of the M940 Oostende. This next-generation minehunter is part of a €1.8 billion initiative aimed at modernizing the Belgian and Dutch navies’ mine countermeasure capabilities. Equipped with advanced drones, including USV Inspector 125 and Skeldar V-200, the vessel is designed for efficient mine detection and neutralization. This program marks a pivotal moment in European military cooperation, highlighting technological advancements in maritime defense. With its successful trials, the M940 Oostende is set to bolster maritime security and counter the growing threat of naval mines.
In today’s episode we are going to talk about “the difference between a minehunter and a minesweeper” To be precise, let’s take a look on what is it to be calle...
In today’s episode we are going to talk about “the difference between a minehunter and a minesweeper” To be precise, let’s take a look on what is it to be called minehunter and minesweeper. A minehunter is a ship that searches for, detects, and destroys individual naval mines. Minesweepers, on the other hand, clean mined regions in their entirety without detecting any mines beforehand. Minesweepers are ships that are designed to sweep different types of mines. Interestingly, today we would like to scrutinize several distinctions of minehunter and minesweeper in terms of their historical use, how they are functioning and their role at the present time. Let’s begin this topic with the history of minesweeper use.
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In today’s episode we are going to talk about “the difference between a minehunter and a minesweeper” To be precise, let’s take a look on what is it to be called minehunter and minesweeper. A minehunter is a ship that searches for, detects, and destroys individual naval mines. Minesweepers, on the other hand, clean mined regions in their entirety without detecting any mines beforehand. Minesweepers are ships that are designed to sweep different types of mines. Interestingly, today we would like to scrutinize several distinctions of minehunter and minesweeper in terms of their historical use, how they are functioning and their role at the present time. Let’s begin this topic with the history of minesweeper use.
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Episode 1: Join us on an extraordinary maritime journey as we unveil the story behind our bold purchase of two ex-Australian Navy Minehunters! These robust vess...
Episode 1: Join us on an extraordinary maritime journey as we unveil the story behind our bold purchase of two ex-Australian Navy Minehunters! These robust vessels, once vital in naval operations, are now set to be reborn as luxurious superyachts. 🚤✨
In this video, we dive into the fascinating details of our ambitious project, from acquiring these historic vessels for a remarkable deal to the monumental challenge of towing them over 3,800 nautical miles—from Newcastle, in Australia, to Cebu, in the Philippines.
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Episode 1: Join us on an extraordinary maritime journey as we unveil the story behind our bold purchase of two ex-Australian Navy Minehunters! These robust vessels, once vital in naval operations, are now set to be reborn as luxurious superyachts. 🚤✨
In this video, we dive into the fascinating details of our ambitious project, from acquiring these historic vessels for a remarkable deal to the monumental challenge of towing them over 3,800 nautical miles—from Newcastle, in Australia, to Cebu, in the Philippines.
This is a journey of innovation and maritime adventure like no other... and we own 2 (ex) military vessels!
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The Royal Navy minehunter, HMS Quorn, has returned home after three years deployed on operations in the Gulf. The vessel has been part of a multinational force...
The Royal Navy minehunter, HMS Quorn, has returned home after three years deployed on operations in the Gulf. The vessel has been part of a multinational force, tasked with keeping the sea lanes open and combating illegal maritime activity in the region. Tim Cooper reports from Portsmouth.
The Royal Navy minehunter, HMS Quorn, has returned home after three years deployed on operations in the Gulf. The vessel has been part of a multinational force, tasked with keeping the sea lanes open and combating illegal maritime activity in the region. Tim Cooper reports from Portsmouth.
Dozens of ships and submarines from 13 countries have assembled off the West coast of Scotland to rehearse an international response to a range of global threat...
Dozens of ships and submarines from 13 countries have assembled off the West coast of Scotland to rehearse an international response to a range of global threats. Forces News has been given access to two Minehunter vessels who will sail to the Gulf later this year to protect vital shipping lanes from enemy attack.
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Dozens of ships and submarines from 13 countries have assembled off the West coast of Scotland to rehearse an international response to a range of global threats. Forces News has been given access to two Minehunter vessels who will sail to the Gulf later this year to protect vital shipping lanes from enemy attack.
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Sailors of the Ukrainian Navy are being trained by their Royal Navy counterparts in Scotland.
They are learning how to operate the Sandown-class minehunters as...
Sailors of the Ukrainian Navy are being trained by their Royal Navy counterparts in Scotland.
They are learning how to operate the Sandown-class minehunters as they prepare to manage two of the vessels after a deal was struck under the Ukrainian Naval Capabilities Enhancement Programme (UNCEP) last year.
"It's a professional privilege, really, to be working with the Ukrainian Navy, who are incredibly focused on getting the job done," the captain of the minehunter said.
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Sailors of the Ukrainian Navy are being trained by their Royal Navy counterparts in Scotland.
They are learning how to operate the Sandown-class minehunters as they prepare to manage two of the vessels after a deal was struck under the Ukrainian Naval Capabilities Enhancement Programme (UNCEP) last year.
"It's a professional privilege, really, to be working with the Ukrainian Navy, who are incredibly focused on getting the job done," the captain of the minehunter said.
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RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary - is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous mine-hunting capability.
...
RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary - is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous mine-hunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
Forces News has been on board to see how the minehunting mother ship will help the group carry out that task.
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RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary - is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous mine-hunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
Forces News has been on board to see how the minehunting mother ship will help the group carry out that task.
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RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary – is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous minehunting capability.
...
RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary – is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous minehunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
As well as being equipped for autonomous minehunting – this ship has all mod cons, and being a former North Sea oil rig support vessel she even has her very own sauna.
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RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary – is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous minehunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
As well as being equipped for autonomous minehunting – this ship has all mod cons, and being a former North Sea oil rig support vessel she even has her very own sauna.
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The Belgian-Dutch Mine Countermeasures Replacement Program has reached a significant milestone with the successful third sea trial of the M940 Oostende. This ne...
The Belgian-Dutch Mine Countermeasures Replacement Program has reached a significant milestone with the successful third sea trial of the M940 Oostende. This next-generation minehunter is part of a €1.8 billion initiative aimed at modernizing the Belgian and Dutch navies’ mine countermeasure capabilities. Equipped with advanced drones, including USV Inspector 125 and Skeldar V-200, the vessel is designed for efficient mine detection and neutralization. This program marks a pivotal moment in European military cooperation, highlighting technological advancements in maritime defense. With its successful trials, the M940 Oostende is set to bolster maritime security and counter the growing threat of naval mines.
The Belgian-Dutch Mine Countermeasures Replacement Program has reached a significant milestone with the successful third sea trial of the M940 Oostende. This next-generation minehunter is part of a €1.8 billion initiative aimed at modernizing the Belgian and Dutch navies’ mine countermeasure capabilities. Equipped with advanced drones, including USV Inspector 125 and Skeldar V-200, the vessel is designed for efficient mine detection and neutralization. This program marks a pivotal moment in European military cooperation, highlighting technological advancements in maritime defense. With its successful trials, the M940 Oostende is set to bolster maritime security and counter the growing threat of naval mines.
In today’s episode we are going to talk about “the difference between a minehunter and a minesweeper” To be precise, let’s take a look on what is it to be called minehunter and minesweeper. A minehunter is a ship that searches for, detects, and destroys individual naval mines. Minesweepers, on the other hand, clean mined regions in their entirety without detecting any mines beforehand. Minesweepers are ships that are designed to sweep different types of mines. Interestingly, today we would like to scrutinize several distinctions of minehunter and minesweeper in terms of their historical use, how they are functioning and their role at the present time. Let’s begin this topic with the history of minesweeper use.
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Episode 1: Join us on an extraordinary maritime journey as we unveil the story behind our bold purchase of two ex-Australian Navy Minehunters! These robust vessels, once vital in naval operations, are now set to be reborn as luxurious superyachts. 🚤✨
In this video, we dive into the fascinating details of our ambitious project, from acquiring these historic vessels for a remarkable deal to the monumental challenge of towing them over 3,800 nautical miles—from Newcastle, in Australia, to Cebu, in the Philippines.
This is a journey of innovation and maritime adventure like no other... and we own 2 (ex) military vessels!
🔗 Subscribe to follow the transformation of these vessels step by step!
💬 Comment to share your thoughts on this incredible project or ask questions about the journey.
Highlights:
⚓ Behind-the-scenes of the epic tow operation across oceans
🌟 Our vision to rebuild these vessels into high-end superyachts
#SuperyachtTransformation #ExNavyVessels #OceanTow #MaritimeAdventures #NewcastleToCebu #tuglifevideos #boatrestoration
The Royal Navy minehunter, HMS Quorn, has returned home after three years deployed on operations in the Gulf. The vessel has been part of a multinational force, tasked with keeping the sea lanes open and combating illegal maritime activity in the region. Tim Cooper reports from Portsmouth.
Dozens of ships and submarines from 13 countries have assembled off the West coast of Scotland to rehearse an international response to a range of global threats. Forces News has been given access to two Minehunter vessels who will sail to the Gulf later this year to protect vital shipping lanes from enemy attack.
Read more about Ex Joint Warrior: http://forces.net/news/watch-minehunters-tested-ahead-gulf-duty
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Sailors of the Ukrainian Navy are being trained by their Royal Navy counterparts in Scotland.
They are learning how to operate the Sandown-class minehunters as they prepare to manage two of the vessels after a deal was struck under the Ukrainian Naval Capabilities Enhancement Programme (UNCEP) last year.
"It's a professional privilege, really, to be working with the Ukrainian Navy, who are incredibly focused on getting the job done," the captain of the minehunter said.
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RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary - is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous mine-hunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
Forces News has been on board to see how the minehunting mother ship will help the group carry out that task.
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RFA Stirling Castle – the newest ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary – is continuing her training to develop the Royal Navy's autonomous minehunting capability.
The former offshore support vessel is working with the Royal Navy's Mine & Threat Exploitation Group – the unit that specialises in detecting and neutralising ordnance threats at sea.
As well as being equipped for autonomous minehunting – this ship has all mod cons, and being a former North Sea oil rig support vessel she even has her very own sauna.
More: https://www.forces.net/services/navy/rfa-stirling-castle-minehunter-autonomous-countermeasures-and-sauna
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The Belgian-Dutch Mine Countermeasures Replacement Program has reached a significant milestone with the successful third sea trial of the M940 Oostende. This next-generation minehunter is part of a €1.8 billion initiative aimed at modernizing the Belgian and Dutch navies’ mine countermeasure capabilities. Equipped with advanced drones, including USV Inspector 125 and Skeldar V-200, the vessel is designed for efficient mine detection and neutralization. This program marks a pivotal moment in European military cooperation, highlighting technological advancements in maritime defense. With its successful trials, the M940 Oostende is set to bolster maritime security and counter the growing threat of naval mines.
The Type 332 Frankenthal-class mine hunter is a class of Germanmine hunters. The ships are built of non-magnetic steel. Hull, machinery and superstructure of this class is similar to the original Type 343 Hameln-classminesweeper, but the equipment differs.
Slightly modified Frankenthal-class minehunters are also operated by the Turkish Navy, where they are referred to as the Aclass.
List of German ships
All active ships are currently stationed in Kiel at the Baltic Sea. M1058, M1059, M1062, M1065 and M1069 are part of the 3. Minensuchgeschwader (3. mine sweeper squadron). The others belong to 5. Minensuchgeschwader. M1060 Weiden was sold to United Arab Emirates in 2006. As the German Navy closed the naval base at Olpenitz, all ships were relocated to Kiel and their squadrons incorporated into the Einsatzflottille 1 (Flotilla 1).
On 21 February 2007, Grömitz ran onto a reef in the Floro fjord while on tour in western Norway and remained stranded in a spectacular way until being salvaged.