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March 2023 - OPV S-45 Delivery
Israel Shipyards Ltd. (ISL) has successfully delivered the OPV S-45 vessel to its customer. The vessel was designed and constructed by ISL, and the customer’s crew worked alongside ISL teams for several weeks to learn about the maintenance and operation cycles, including participation in sea trials. Following the successful completion of the training, the vessel was delivered and joined sail operated by ISL crew and the customer’s crew. This marks a significant milestone for ISL, which continues to deliver high-quality vessels to its clients while also sharing its expertise with them.
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January 2023 - OPV S-45 Sea Trail
Nir Dvori, the N12 Journalist, joined in on our OPV sea trial last week and came out with a glimpse of our advantages and our unique portfolio, sailing with us to the open sea was spiced up with a demonstration of the OPV’s unique capabilities.
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January 2023 – Launching the first Karnel Harvest barge. The first Karnel harvest barge was launched at Dead Sea Works (ICL Group)
The hull blocks of the Karnel harvest barges were built at the Israel Shipyards facility at Haifa Bay and transported to the erection site located in the south of Israel to complete the #construction and assembly by Israel Shipyards teams.

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December 2022 - IEXPO NAVAL, CHILE Israel Shipyards Ltd participated at the XII International Naval exhibition and conference for Latin America showcasing mission-ready solutions, from design to delivery.
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November 2022 - Philippine Navy Commissioned the FAIC-M (SHALDAG MK V)
The Philippine Navy (PN) formally commissioned into service the fast attack interdiction craft missiles (FAIC-M), the BRP Nestor Acero (PG-901) and BRP Lolinato To-Ong (PG-902).
Israel Shipyards Ltd custom-made SHALDAG MK V
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October 2022 - Euronaval , France
ISRAEL SHIPYARDS LTD participated AT EURONAVAL, the world naval defence exhibition showcasing the company’s custom-made maritime One-Stop-Shop solutions and capabilities. along with unveiling a new multi-role vessel the SAAR S-80 corvette that joins the Israel shipyards portfolio.
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September 2022 - Launching OPV S-45
Israel Shipyards Ltd. launched another tailor-made, multi-mission vessel made by our experts and devoted employees who empower our vessels into future solutions. After several months of construction at our facilities the OPV S-45 was launched and sets sail for the first time.
The S-45 is a cost-effective OPV, designed for coastal protection, as well as drilling rigs, and offshore facilities protection.
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September 2022 - Philippine Navy Christens First Two SHALDAG Mk V Vessels
The Philippine Navy (PN) formally welcomed the two brand new missile-capable SHALDAG Mk. V Fast Attack Interdiction Craft Missile (FAIC-M) during the naming ceremony at the Commodore Divino Pier at the PN headquarters on September 6.
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August 2022 - First plate cutting ceremony for 24m Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM).
Israel Shipyards hosted the customer delegation for the First plate-cutting ceremony for the 24m Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM).
The 24m LCM construction is conducted alongside other advanced vessels that are currently under construction for various customers worldwide at Israel Shipyards Ltd production lines
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August 2022 - loading the SHALDAG MK V
Several weeks after launching the SHALDAG V another milestone was successfully achieved. Israel Shipyards Ltd crew worked vigorously to load the SHALDAG MK V on the cargo ship and deliver it to the customer.

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July 2022 - FAIC M ( SHALDAG MK V) Launching Ceremony.
After several months of ToT (Transfer of Technology) progress, Israel shipyards’ team alongside the PN members have been working together, designing and constructing the vessels for the Philippine Navy.
Israel Shipyards hosted the Philippine Navy Commodore Trinidad, Commodore Torres, and the Philippine Navy delegation for the launching ceremony of the two first FAIC-M \SHALDAG V vessels.
The ceremony was hosted by Israel Shipyards Chairman Mr. Samy Katsav and participants of Israel Shipyards Ltd owners, board members, directors, employees, and our partners from SIBAT and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
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July 2020 - Israel Shipyards, one of the largest public owned shipbuilding and repair facilities in the Eastern Mediterranean ‒ announces an agreement with an African navy for the supply of two OPV 45 offshore patrol vessels. The vessels were designed for a wide range of missions, including protection against the increasing threat of piracy in the region.
The OPV 45 is designed for a wide range of naval, para-military and HLS missions. It enables open sea patrol and surveillance and supports a wide variety of offshore missions such as the protection of facilities and EEZs, anti-terror/smuggling/illegal activity interdiction, intervention force boarding/landing, close-range naval combat operations, and enhanced search and rescue missions. The OPV 45 can also be equipped for minimizing illegal immigration transits, fishing protection and control, and anti-pollution activities.
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January 2020 - Sheave Cluster Bearing Replacement for the Stena DrillMAX - As a part of Israel Shipyards Ltd offshore oil & gas support services (since 2009), we are proud to add to our record of accomplishments the Sheave Cluster Bearing Replacement campaign that has been successful completed for the Stena DrillMAX.
The replacement of the four (4) bearings of the Main Sheave Cluster has been performed in accordance with NOV procedures under Stena's supervision and included pre fabrication of utilities on the fast track, site mobilization, mechanical works using numerous high skilled crews around-the-clock, NDE and dimensional inspection.
The campaign was completed according to the planed schedule, which ended with the 20 ton, 5.5 diameter Sheave load out at our private quayside.
Israel Shipyards Ltd will keep providing excellent logistic support, manufacture and repair services for the region's offshore drilling industries – operators and oilfield services companies.
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November 2019 – Israeli Navy Reshef Class based on ISL SA’AR S-72 - We proudly announce Israel Shipyards was assigned by Israel MOD and Navy to design the Israel Navy– the future advanced combat ship RESHEF class vessel. Reshef will replace the reliable above-20-years-in-service SA’AR 4.5. It will be based on the ISL S-72 proven design and will significantly empower the Israeli Navy capabilities facing future combat demands. The RESHEF will assist in protecting Israel’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the off-shore oil & gas facilities within Israel’s territorial waters. All combat systems onboard the new ship will be of Israel’s defense industry produce.
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November 2019 – New floating dock order - Israel’s MOD and Navy ordered Israel Shipyards’ floating dock along with a 10 years’ service agreement to maintain and repair the Navy’s SA’AR 6-class corvettes and submarines. The dock will allow for flexible operative mobility, installing all-Israeli combat systems onboard the SA’AR 6 vessels upon their arrival.
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July 2019 – IMDEC - 24 July 2019 – Israel Shipyards participated as a leading gold sponsor at the International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (IMDEC) commemorating Ghana’s Navy 60th anniversary.
In this Event, Israel shipyards was one of the main speakers, as the VP marketing, Mr. Oded Breier, inspired the crowd with an excellent presentation (Coastal protection system), later on, referenced by Cheifs on Naval staff in different panels.
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July 2019 – OPV Honduras - A new OPV 62 was launched by the Commander of Honduras Navy. It will depart on its way to the costomer by beginning of November 2019
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July 2019 – 60th anniversary - 1 July 2019 – We are 60 years old! Israel Shipyards celebrated it’s 60th anniversary with an impressive event and was honored by many guests from the local and international defence market, as well as vast media coverage.
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May 2019 – OPV 45 launching - The newest vessel by Israel Shipyards Ltd., the OPV 45, is a modern and versatile vessel with many capabilities. The development of the multi-mission OPV 45m was a result of comprehensive market research conducted over the past several years.
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May 2019 – IMDEX - 14 May 2019 - Israel Shipyards Ltd. has participated in the leading IMDEX event, the largest Naval gathering for the Asia Pacific.
In addition to displaying it’s latest Naval solutions, the Company also launched a new Naval vessel, the OPV 45
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April 2019 LAAD – participating in the security and defence show in Brazil
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January 2019 ShieldAfrica - 22 January 2019 – as part of SK Group, Israel Shipyards Ltd. Showcased it’s latest solutions for the Africa region.
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December 2018 -Exponaval - 4 December 2018 - Israel Shipyards Ltd. has participated in the leading EXPONAVAL event, which created a lot of new opportunities.
the company displayed the most recent and cost-effective solutions for the Latin America region.
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18 November, 2018 – Israel Shipyards Ltd. Is proud to announce the launch of the third and fourth Shaldag (FPC) in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

The vessels Timbú(3rd) and Toba(4th), will join the previously delivered Shaldag craft and will perform as the elite squadron of the Prefectura Naval Argentina (PNA), as they will patrol the Paraná River to prevent illegal activities and enforce the Argentinean laws.
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25 October, 2018 – Israel Shipyards Ltd. has participated in the leading EURONAVAL event, which created a lot of new opportunities.

As part of the innovation, design and deep understanding of the Naval market modern requirements, our delegate was invited to take part and be one of the speakers for SIBAT Naval seminar.
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08 July, 2014 – With deep regret and sorrow, Israel Shipyards Ltd. announces the passing away of Mr. Shlomo Shmeltzer, a major shareholder of the company, a member of its Board of Directors and one of the leaders of the Israeli business community.

His leadership, support and commitment to Israel Shipyards have always inspired us and those who had the opportunity to know him.
In this time of grief, we express our sincere condolences to his family.

The Board of Directors, management and employees of Israel Shipyards Ltd.
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January, 2014 – Israel Shipyards has successfully completed the fabrication and supply of Natural Gas pipe spools for PRMS in SUGAT.

With this valuable gas conversion project that was managed and executed by AFCON ARG, Israel Shipyards will keep expanding its activities of high pressure gas pipelines fabrication.
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Wednesday, November 7th, 2012 – Thermal Desalination facility is on its way to foreign industrial end- user. The facility has been manufactured by Israel Shipyards based on I.D.E design, utilizing Mechanical Vapor Compression technology.
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Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 – Two new SHALDAG MK II Fast Patrol Craft are on the way to an African customer for delivery to the local Navy.

The Fast Patrol Craft were designed and built at Israel Shipyards Ltd. as part of the wide SHALDAG family that is serving Naval and Law Enforcement forces around the world.

Operational experience gained from several Navies was implemented in the construction of these new SHALDAG MK II vessels.
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Israel Shipyards Ltd. and its Naval and Commercial vessels were chosen by the leading professional magazine
"INSIDE MARINE" to be the subject of a comprehensive report and interview in August 2012 edition.

The report gives a detailed picture of the Company and its capabilities, as well as an outlook to the future.

For reading the special report please click on the provided link.
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Cape Town (South Africa), 27-28th October 2011 - Israel Shipyards Ltd. hold a booth at the M.C.S.A. (Maritime & Coastal Security Africa 2011). Among the many visitors that came to the booth for hearing in depth presentations of the different OPV types, the SHALDAG Fast Patrol Craft and options of Floating Docks, were high Naval officers and official delegations from all over Africa.

One of the well known guests was Vice Admiral Ola Sa'ad Ibrahim the Chief of Naval Staff of the Nigerian Navy that was pleased to see the variety of products presented by Israel Shipyards.
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Israel Shipyards Ltd. and its SHALDAG FAST PATROL CRAFT were chosen by the world leader Naval professional magazine "NAVAL FORCES" to be the subject of a comprehensive report and interview in August 2011 edition.

The report gives a detailed picture of the SHALDAG family and its unique capabilities.

For reading the special report please click on the provided link.
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Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011 – In an official Naval ceremony held at Israel Shipyards Ltd., the two new 62m OPV were delivered to the Navy of Equatorial Guinea. At the Ceremony, among the speakers, were Mr. Matan Vilnai – Minister at the Israeli Defense and Admiral Eya Olomo – Vice-Minister of National Defense Equatorial Guinea. At the end of the ceremony the two Offshore Patrol vessels sailed out of the harbor, accompanied with cheers from all the guests.
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Wednesday, December 15th 2010 – The crew of the two new 62m OPV that are already staying at Israel Shipyards Ltd. for intensive operational and maintenance training, had a visit of a Ministerial delegation from Guinea Equatorial.

The delegation included Admiral Vicente Eya Olomo – Vice-Minister of National Defence, Admiral Roberto Ndong – General Manager (Secretario General) of Ministry of National Defence and Admiral Joaquin Ndong Nve – Naval Chief of staff. They have inspected the Offshore Patrol Vessel that will shortly be delivered to Guinea Equatorial Navy.

During the visit, the launching ceremony of the second OPV was held, and the two vessels are now being prepared for the delivery to the customer.
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Valparaiso (Chile), 2nd December 2010 - Israel Shipyards Ltd. hold a booth at the ExpoNaval. Among the many visitors that came to the booth for hearing in depth presentations of the SHALDAG Fast Patrol Craft and the OPV types, were high Naval officers and official delegations from all over Latin America.

One of the well known guests was Admiral Edmundo Gonzalez the Commander in Chief of the Chilean Navy that was pleased to see the variety of products presented by Israel Shipyards.
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Thursday, November 4th, 2010 – The third SHALDAG MK IV Fast Patrol Craft is on its way to Romania for delivery to the Romanian Border Police.

The Fast Patrol Craft was loaded on the MV Blue Tune on her maiden voyage after being delivered to the German Owner.

Both vessels were designed and built at Israel Shipyards Ltd.
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Monday, 1st November 2010 – Israel Shipyards Ltd hosted the Latin American Military and Naval Attaches of Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Mexico and Peru.

The guests had a presentation of the Shipyard capabilities and vessels, and also sailed on board of the SHALDAG MK IV for first hand demonstration of the Fast Patrol Craft at sea.
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Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan visited the SHALDAG MKII Fast Patrol Craft, which is servicing the Nigerian Navy and joined a Navy exercise as a part of the Nigerian Independence day and the Nigerian Army day on the 29th September 2010.

The SHALDAG MK II was delivered to the Nigerian Navy by Israel Shipyards Ltd in June 2009 and is constantly active since then.
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On the 6th of September 2010, in an official ceremony, 40 Shaldags crew members have graduated the ISTC (Israel Shipyards Training Center) after a 5 weeks intensive course for operating and maintaining the three SHALDAG MK IVs constructed for the Romanian Border Police.
The crew members will serve on board of the Fast Patrol Craft in the Black Sea with tasks of law enforcement, fighting illegal immigration and smuggling, supporting the Romanian authorities in efforts to keep the peace along their coastline.
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ATHENS, Aug 17, 2010 - Israeli and Greek leaders discussed expanding military ties including sharing military know-how and holding joint war games.

In a symbolic gesture, Prime Minister Papandreou hosted Mr. Netanyahu on a trip to an island off the Athens coast on Tuesday, setting sail on a missile boat - one out of three Israel Shipyards Ltd. sold to Greece six years ago.
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On the 16th of August 2010, Israel Shipyards Ltd. will launch the first two of three SHALDAG MK IVs constructed for the Romanian Border Police.
The three Shaldag Fast Patrol Craft will serve in the Black Sea with tasks of law enforcement, fighting illegal immigration and smuggling; also supporting the Romanian authorities in efforts to keep the peace along their coastline.
The SHALDAG FPCs are well-known for their high speed (above 40 knots) and excellent maneuverability
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On the 11th of May 2010, Israel Shipyards Ltd. launched another commercial vessel, the 4th built within the last 20 months.
The ceremony took place at Israel Shipyards, and the German owners of the ship were present together with guests from various companies, suppliers and customers. The general cargo ship, with a capacity of 4800 tons, is a modern and efficient vessel that will bring the owners a high value for their investment.
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Israel Shipyards Ltd. was recently certified by GL for the manufacture of steel structures, piping, welding procedures and welders. In the same time period, Israel Shipyards Ltd. was certified by TUV for the manufacture of gas piping, welding procedures and welders.
These certifications reinforce ISL's leading position as a modern shipbuilder.
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Israel Shipyards Ltd. received Certificate 430, issued by the Israel Standards Institute, for the construction of carbon-steel pressure vessels. The certification, issued on 01/01/2010, is another step forward in verifying the highest standards maintained by ISL as a world leader in ship construction and maintenance.
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