The Cape-class patrol boats, operated by the Australian Border Force, the Royal Australian Navy, and the Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard, stand as prime examples of modern, high-performance maritime security vessels. Built by Austal and equipped with Vestdavit’s advanced aluminum davits, these vessels are optimized for rapid deployment of fast-rescue and interceptor craft. This capability significantly enhances their boarding and interception performance, allowing for swift and efficient responses during high-stakes maritime operations such as search-and-rescue, border enforcement, and patrol missions in territorial waters and beyond.
Vestdavit’s most recent delivery to Austal included the PLAR-4501 and PLAR-6501 davit models—both engineered to the highest safety and performance standards. Compliant with DNV GL-ST-0498 ‘Launching Appliances for Work and Tender Boats’, these davits incorporate enhanced redundancy systems and state-of-the-art control and monitoring technologies. These features ensure precise, reliable operation under demanding conditions, improving crew safety and system reliability. The aluminum construction also minimizes weight without compromising strength, contributing to the overall efficiency and stability of the Cape-class vessels, making them exceptionally capable in multi-role maritime enforcement and support operations.
