NRP D Joan II (MPSS Class).

Описание: Below is a picture of the **NRP D. João II**, an MPN (Multifunctional Naval Platform) class ship of the Portuguese Navy.

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About the NRP D. João II (MPN Class)

1. *Identity and Background*

The *NRP D. João II**, also known as the *Multifunctional Naval Platform (PNM), is a multi-purpose ship of the Portuguese Navy, built by *Damen Shipyards Group* in Galați, Romania.
The ship is named after King João II of Portugal.

2. *Schedule and Funding*

*The construction contract* was signed on November 24, 2023.
*Keel laying* took place on October 3, 2024.
It is expected to *enter active service* in the second half of 2026.
This project is funded by the European Union's *Recovery and Resilience Fund (RRF)**, part of the **NextGenerationEU* program.

3. *Dimensions & Propulsion*

**Tonnage**: approximately 7,000 tons.
**Length**: 107.6 m; **Width**: 20 m.
**Propulsion system**: 2 Tier III engines, equipped with transverse thrusters (EcoPeller SRE 560 and TransverseThruster STT 3 FP).
**Maximum speed**: approximately 15 knots (~28 km/h).

4. *Operational Capabilities & Capacity*

**Transport & Landing Craft**: This ship can carry four boats/landing crafts, 18 containers or vehicles, and 10 semi-rigid boats.
**Personnel Capacity**:

During normal operations: 48 crew members.
In emergency situations: Can accommodate up to 300 troops.
**Flight Facilities**: Has two hangars and a 94 x 11 m flight deck, supporting the operation of two helicopters and UAVs.
*Drone Operations**: Capable of launching *Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs), and operating a variety of marine and aerial drones—making this ship unique in combining oceanographic research and drone operations in a single platform.
**Laboratories & Scientific Accommodations**: Equipped with research laboratories, accommodations for scientists, and facilities for ecological monitoring, meteorological monitoring, and emergency rescue.
**Medical Facilities**: Includes a NATO Role 2-compliant hospital bed and the capability to accommodate up to 200 additional personnel in the event of a mass evacuation.

5. *Roles & Missions*

The NRP D. João II is designed to carry out a variety of missions, including:

Maritime surveillance operations.
Oceanographic research and environmental monitoring (ecology, meteorology).
Emergency evacuation and assistance.
Drone support (air and sea), as well as disaster response and maritime security operations.

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Brief Summary

| Aspects | Key Specifications / Features |
| ------------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| Ship Type | Multi-purpose platform (PNM) |
| Length / Width | 107.6 m / 20 m |
| Propulsion | 2 × Tier III engines, thrusters |
| Initial Capacity | 48 crew; up to 300 (emergency) |
| Drone/Air Capacity | 2 helicopters + UAV |
| Facilities | Laboratory, NATO Role 2 hospital, deck, hangar |
| Primary Mission | Research, surveillance, evacuation, drone operations |

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The NRP D. João II is a modern example of a multi-purpose military vessel—designed not only for traditional military operations but also for research, security, and humanitarian assistance, while leveraging drone technology to enhance operational effectiveness across multiple maritime domains.