A new star in the maritime sky: the German Navy celebrates the christening of the fifth corvette of the Braunschweig class.
In a festive ceremony at the renowned Luerssen Shipyard in Bremen the new vessel received its name: Ludwigshafen am Rhein. As the most modern unit of the K-130 type, she closes the gap between the smaller fast attack craft and the large frigates and is designed specifically for complex operations in coastal waters.
The christening of the F 264 is not only a technical milestone but also a symbol of the continuing modernization of the fleet. With state-of-the-art stealth technology and automated systems, the K-130 class sets new standards.
Visions KAR (VI)
"Visions are the anchor of the future. With the F 264 we look to a new era of maritime security and innovation. The gaze is directed forward, toward what is coming."
Visitors and guests of honor were impressed by the engineering and the radiant presence of the new ship. The "Ludwigshafen am Rhein" will now complete her outfitting phase and soon enter service to protect the seas.