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BRAZIL : Brazil awarded Ł133m naval contract

Published 06 Jan 2012

Brazil has been awarded large naval a Ł133 million contract for development of ocean patrol vessels to expand Brazilian market.

As per the deal, Brazilian government will be assisted with design and manufacturing information for developing vessels on its own.

Rear Admiral Francisco Deiana, director of naval engineering within the Brazilian navy, said, \"The acquisition of these three Ocean Patrol Vessels from BAE Systems will make an important contribution to both our ability to provide security and protection to Brazil’s Jurisdictional Waters and to deliver our commitments to the Brazilian Maritime Authority\".

As per managing director of BAE Systems\' Maritime business, this move indicates a \"significant step\"to strengthen their relationship with Brazil.

Andrew Davies said: \"We are looking forward to working together and hope this will be the start of a long term partnership with Brazil in the maritime sector.\"

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