ARO - Alize-class Patrol Boat
Alize-class Patrol Boat
[b]Manufacturer[/b]
AEGIS Industry / Maritime Division
[b]Category[/b]
Maritime
[b]Class / Role[/b]
All-Weather Intervention / Fast Rescue Vessel
[b]Country of Origin[/b]
France
[b]Year of Introduction / Retirement[/b]
2025 / —
[b]Current Status[/b]
In Service
Overview
The [b]Alize-class Patrol Boat[/b] is a fast intervention vessel developed by [b]AEGIS Industry[/b] for the [b]ARO Group[/b].
Designed to operate [b]in all weather conditions[/b], it combines [b]high-speed capability[/b], [b]excellent seakeeping[/b], and [b]onboard medical and rescue equipment[/b].
Its design focuses on [i]maritime rescue, medical evacuation, towing assistance, and rapid-response missions[/i] in coastal and extended offshore environments.
Technical Specifications
[b]Category / Type[/b]
Fast All-Weather Intervention Boat
[b]Crew[/b]
3–5 operators
[b]Capacity[/b]
Rescue personnel and casualties
[b]Propulsion / Engine Type[/b]
2 × high-power marine engines
[b]Total Power[/b]
2 × 11k hp
[b]Cruise Speed[/b]
30 knots
[b]Speed Mode Cruise[/b]
70 knots
[b]Range[/b]
280 km
[b]Fuel Capacity[/b]
5,200 L
[b]Length[/b]
17 m
[b]Beam[/b]
4.75 m
[b]Draft (Standard / Speed Mode)[/b]
1.5 m / 0.5 m
[b]Hull Type[/b]
Reinforced high-speed intervention hull
[b]Cost[/b]
65,000 $
Model Features
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[*] Navigation and detection radar (5 km range)
[*] Locator transponder for SAR coordination
[*] Full diving equipment with onboard air compressor
[*] Advanced first aid and medical support equipment
[*] Onboard medical bed
[*] Towing winch with 250 m cable
[*] Two water cannons for firefighting and assistance
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Performance and Use
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[*] Strengths: high speed, all-weather capability, excellent stability, onboard medical support
[*] Limitations: limited endurance compared to offshore vessels, high fuel consumption at speed mode
[*] Areas of Excellence: maritime rescue, medical evacuation, towing assistance, rapid-response operations
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[b]Conclusion:[/b]
The [b]Alize-class[/b] is a robust and versatile intervention vessel designed to meet the demanding operational needs of the ARO Group, delivering speed, safety, and efficiency in critical maritime missions.
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[i]Developed by AEGIS Industry – Maritime Division[/i]
[i]"Intervene, whatever the conditions."[/i]
