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DGDP Category: Naval Systems

Naval SystemsVessels & Maritime Equipment

Expert DGDP assistance for submarines, frigates, corvettes, and patrol vessels. Supporting Bangladesh Navy's ambitious expansion with 8 new frigates by 2030 and 23 Padma-class OPVs for comprehensive maritime domain awareness.

$280M
Naval Budget
Annual allocation
120+
Fleet Size
Active vessels

Bangladesh Naval Systems Market 2025-26

$280M
Naval Budget
Annual allocation
120+
Fleet Size
Active vessels
8
New Frigates
By 2030 target
23
Padma OPVs
Total planned

Naval Fleet Composition

Current fleet inventory and future acquisitions under Forces Goal 2030

Submarines

Diesel-electric submarines with 533mm torpedo tubes and mine-laying capability

Type 035G Ming-class
2 operationalActive
BNS Nabajatra (S 161)
Commissioned 2017Operational
BNS Joyjatra (S 162)
Commissioned 2017Operational
Future SSK Program
Under evaluationPlanning

Frigates & Major Combatants

Guided missile frigates with anti-ship, anti-air, and ASW capabilities

Ulsan-class Frigate
1 unit (BNS Bangabandhu)Active
Type 053H3 Frigates
2 unitsOperational
Patrol Frigates
2 unitsActive
Future Frigate Program
8 by 2030Planning

Corvettes & Patrol Vessels

Multi-role vessels for coastal defence and EEZ patrol operations

Shadhinota-class Corvettes
6 unitsOperational
Padma-class OPVs
9 active (23 planned)Building
Missile Boats
Multiple unitsActive
Fast Attack Craft
Various typesOperational

Amphibious & Support

Amphibious operations, logistics support, and auxiliary vessels

Landing Ships
Multiple LST/LSMActive
Fleet Tankers
2 unitsOperational
Survey Vessels
3 unitsActive
Training Ships
MultipleOperational

Strategic Naval Bases

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BNS Issa Khan

Chittagong

Main Naval Base

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BNS Titumir

Khulna

Western Command

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BNS Sher-e-Bangla

Dhaka

Flotilla Base

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BNS Nirvik

Patuakhali

Forward Operating Base

Recent Naval Acquisitions

Year
Vessel Type
Quantity
Value
2024
Padma-class OPVs
4 delivered
$120M
2023
C-13B Corvettes
2 units
$180M
2019
Shadhinota Corvettes
2 units
$150M
2017
Type 035G Submarines
2 units
$203M

Maritime DGDP Requirements

Essential documentation and compliance standards for naval systems procurement

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Maritime Standards

  • Naval architecture blueprints
  • IMO compliance certificates
  • Classification society approval
  • Seaworthiness documentation
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Combat Systems

  • Weapons systems integration
  • Sensor suite specifications
  • C4ISR compatibility tests
  • Electronic warfare capabilities
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Shipbuilding Support

  • Technology transfer for CDDL
  • Local assembly provisions
  • Crew training programs
  • Maintenance facility setup
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Life Cycle Support

  • 20+ years support package
  • Spare parts inventory
  • Mid-life upgrade pathway
  • Dockyard assistance program
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