Republic of Fiji Navy acquires new patrol boat

The Republic of Fiji Navy recently took delivery of a new Guardian-class patrol boat built by Austal Australia.

RFNS Puamau was acquired by the Australian government on behalf of the government of Fiji. It is the second Guardian-class boat to be handed over to the Republic of Fiji Navy under the Pacific Patrol Boat Replacement Project.

The vessel has a steel hull, a length of 39.5 metres, and an integrated stern launch and recovery system for use by a rigid inflatable boat. Missions will include maritime law enforcement, border patrol, and search and rescue.