Birdon Set to Deliver First Tranche of Bridge Erection Boats (BEBs) to the Netherlands Army
Birdon Set to Deliver First Tranche of Bridge Erection Boats (BEBs) to the Netherlands Army
DENVER, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Birdon America, Inc. announced today that its contract to provide Bridge Erection Boats (BEBs) to the Netherlands Army is progressing on schedule, with six Birdon BEBs in the final stages of assembly with delivery scheduled for the end of September. Awarded in 2023 to General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS), the contract is for three sets of Wide Gap Crossing systems, composed of the Improved Ribbon Bridge (IRB), Bridge Adapter Pallets (BAP), and Birdon BEBs. This is the first of three delivery tranches that will be completed in 2024-2025.
2024年8月19日,美国Birdon公司表示,其向荷兰军队提供桥梁架设船(BEB)的合同正在按计划进行。六艘Birdon BEB的最终组装阶段已完成,交付时间定于9月底。这个合同于2023年授予General Dynamics欧洲陆地系统公司(GDELS),是由改进的丝带桥(IRB)、桥梁适配器托盘(BAP),以及Birdon BEB组成的三套宽缝跨越系统中的一套。这是2024年至2025年完成的三个交付阶段中的第一阶段交付。
"We're proud to supply the BEB as an essential force multiplier for the Netherlands Army," said BEB Program Manager Jim Ducker. "These vessels play a pivotal role in enabling vitally important wet gap crossings, and this first delivery indicates contract completion is progressing in a timely manner."
BEB项目经理吉姆·邓克(Jim Ducker)表示:“我们很荣幸为荷兰军队提供BEB作为必要的力量倍增器。这些船只在实现重要的湿地过渡时发挥了至关重要的作用,这次首次交付表明合同完成正在按时进行。
In addition to first tranche delivery, the full Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) package – including technical manuals and training programs – is nearing completion. Birdon will use this package to conduct training for the Netherlands Armed Forces to safely and effectively operate the BEBs. The training is set to take place in the Netherlands in the first quarter of 2025.
除了第一阶段的交付外,完整的集成后勤支持(ILS)套餐,包括技术手册和培训计划,也即将完成。Birdon将利用此套餐为荷兰武装部队进行培训,以安全有效地操作BEB。培训计划定于2025年第一季度在荷兰举行。
In preparation for the upcoming delivery, Birdon hosted a meeting in July with personnel from the Netherlands Army's Contract and Program team and the GDELS Program Management team to verify the progress of boats currently in production and finalize the quality inspection and delivery process. During the meeting, Birdon also performed a sea trial on the first boat – hull number 007.
为了准备即将到来的交付,Birdon于7月份与荷兰军队的合同和项目团队以及GDELS项目管理团队的人员举行了会议,以验证目前正在生产中的船只的进度,并细化质量检查和交付流程。在会议期间,Birdon还对第一艘船——船体编号007进行了海上试航。
Birdon has established a successful track record designing and manufacturing BEBs for the Australian, Brazilian, and U.S. Armies. Globally, Birdon has delivered 462 BEBs, the bulk of which have been manufactured in its production facility in northeast Denver. The Netherlands BEBs, which are being manufactured in Denver, will feature increased capabilities to improve operations and further ruggedize the BEB including an icebreaker bow, new quick release launch capability, electric winch, and reduced maintenance and downtime upgrades for maximal operational availability.
Birdon已经成功地为澳大利亚、巴西和美国军队设计和制造了462艘BEB。这些荷兰BEB是在丹佛制造的,将具有增强的能力,以改善运营并进一步使BEB更加坚固,包括一把破冰锯、新的快速起重能力、电动绞车以及为最大操作可用性而进行的减少维护和停机升级。
In its primary mission mode, the BEB provides propulsion, thrust, and stabilization to support worldwide tactical float bridging and rafting operations. It is specifically designed to provide high thrust and operate in high particulate matter environments including in fresh, brackish, and seawater. All functions of the BEB can be performed by a two-person crew. The unique and flexible design of the BEB means it can integrate with most customer-specific transport systems. Birdon has also developed a next-generation control system capable of remote and autonomous operations. The Netherlands BEBs will include updated systems that enable ease of integration for developing technologies.
在其主要任务模式下,BEB提供推进力、推进力和稳定性,以支持全球战术浮动桥梁和筏运作。它专门设计用于提供高推力,并在包括淡水、咸淡水和海水在内的高颗粒物环境中运行。BEB的所有功能都可以由两名成员执行。BEB的独特和灵活的设计意味着它可以与大多数客户特定的运输系统集成。Birdon还开发了下一代的控制系统,可实现远程和自主操作。荷兰的BEB将包括更新的系统,以便更容易地集成开发技术。
Established in 1977, Birdon is an experienced defense prime contractor providing specialized maritime solutions. Birdon is an established and trusted partner of the Australian Defense Force, Brazilian Army, and the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security. Birdon is successfully delivering on major projects for the Australian Navy, Australian Army, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, and U.S. Navy.
成立于1977年,Birdon是一家经验丰富的防御主承包商,提供专业的海事解决方案。Birdon是澳大利亚国防军、巴西陆军和美国国防部以及国土安全部的成熟和可靠的合作伙伴。Birdon正在为澳大利亚海军、澳大利亚陆军、美国陆军、美国海岸警卫队和美国海军实施重大项目。
Contact: Sandra Armstrong, 251-699-1458
联系人:桑德拉·阿姆斯特朗(Sandra Armstrong),电话号码:251-699-1458
SOURCE Birdon Group
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