Japan Marine United (JMU) and BMT have been contracted by Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) to design and build the next-generation High Speed Landing Craft to be operated by the Japan Self Defense Force (JSDF).
"BMT is immensely proud to have been selected by ATLA and JMU, as design partner, to provide the design for this highly strategic project. The collaboration between our teams in the UK and Japan has been exemplary from the very beginning of our relationship," said BMT Chief Executive, Sarah Kenny.
The Caimen landing craft design will be provided by BMT in the UK, while the production design and construction of the vessels will be carried out by JMU in Japan.
“We are pleased to announce the strategic partnership with BMT, which will see our company meet the procurement programmes of the Japan Ministry of Defense. This collaboration presents a valuable opportunity for us to work together to build cutting-edge, high-speed landing crafts with advanced aluminium hulls. By combining BMT's innovative design concepts with our exceptional technologies and facilities, we hope to deliver landing crafts that exceed expectations. This partnership highlights our commitment to innovation and excellence in the maritime industry," explained JMU Director and Senior Managing Officer, Akinori Takeno.