Fincantieri has handed over the Logistic Support Ship (LSS) ITS Atlante to the Italian Navy during a ceremony at the Castellammare di Stabia shipyard in Italy.
The ship represents the second LSS unit delivered as part of Italy’s naval fleet renewal programme, which is overseen by the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR).
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The first ship in this series, Vulcano, was delivered in 2021.
The addition of Atlante is set to expand the operational capabilities of the Italian Navy.
The vessel will support national defence operations, assist in Euro-Atlantic missions, contribute to international security efforts, and provide aid during public emergencies.
OCCAR director Joachim Sucker said: “ITS Atlante belongs to a new generation of double-hull support ships, fully compliant with the latest environmental regulations and conceived to replace the Navy’s ageing tanker fleet.
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By GlobalData“These ships are fully interoperable with Nato and partner navies, ensuring seamless integration in multinational operations.”
Fincantieri and Leonardo, operating as the Temporary Business Grouping (RTI) consortium, are responsible for constructing these ships under the navy’s modernisation plan.
Logistic Support Ships such as Atlante can be deployed for a variety of tasks beyond military roles, including supporting civil protection, humanitarian missions, and rescue work.
The design features low-emission power and propulsion systems as well as advanced control technology for biological effluents, which aims to limit environmental impact.
Atlante has a displacement of roughly 27,000 tonnes, measures 193 metres in length, and can reach speeds of up to 20 knots.
The ship can accommodate up to 235 people, consisting of crew members and specialists. It is equipped with medical facilities and can transfer both liquid and solid cargo to other vessels.
It also supports repair and maintenance activities at sea, helicopter operations, and the recovery of vehicles or materials from both the surface and seabed. In addition, Atlante is designed to facilitate intelligence gathering and electronic warfare functions.
The Castellammare di Stabia site, which is Fincantieri’s oldest shipyard, employs 605 people directly and supports more than 3,200 jobs through its supply network.
