The Republic of Korea’s Navy has selected GE Marine’s LM500 gas turbines to power the first four PKX-B Batch-II ships. Two LM500s, each rated at approximately 4.6 MW, will help propel one of the fastest and most technologically advanced vessels in the ROKN fleet with a top speed of 40 …
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The Indian Navy’s newest carrier, the Vikrant, has been commissioned today with four LM2500 engines powering the ship with 88 MW giving it a maximum speed of 28 knots. The addition of the Vikrant to the Indian Navy’s fleet is a significant accomplishment for the Government’s “Make In India” initiative, …
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