HD HHI Launches Third 2,400-Ton OPV ‘BRP Rajah Humabon’ for Philippine Navy

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries launched BRP Rajah Humabon, the third of six 2,400-ton offshore patrol vessels ordered for the Philippine Navy, at its Ulsan shipyard on October 12. The ship measures 94 meters long and 14 meters wide, with a stated range of 5,500 nautical miles at a 15-knot cruising speed. Its equipment includes a 76 mm main gun, 30 mm secondary gun, decoy launchers, surveillance radar and electro-optical tracking systems for maritime patrol and coastal defense. Official delivery is scheduled for February 2027, following completion of the remaining construction, outfitting and acceptance work after launch.