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Wednesday, October 29, 2014

China-built Naval Vessel for Nigeria Completes Sea Tests

Offshore Patrol VesselThe first of two China-built offshore patrol vessels ordered by Nigeria has completed its sea tests and is ready to be delivered to Nigeria's navy.

China hopes that the export of the two OPV vessels can help open the West African market.

The vessel has a displacement of 1,800 tons and can sail as fast as 21 knots for up to 20 days.

A special ship-borne spilled oil recovery device could quickly respond to any oil spill emergency.

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