New Swimmer Delivery Vehicles (SDVs) From UAE

UAE (/Sweden) based Arma-Craft, a boat builder specializing in composite vessels, have reportedly signed a substantial order for its new Trident SDVs. The submersible boat design is marketed as a submersible high-speed diver delivery craft. The exact model of craft (see Mk.I and Mk.II below) and Foreign Navy customer have not been released.

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Trident Mk.I

A catamaran design reminiscent of the SubSeaCraft Diver Delivery Unit, the Mk.I can carry six divers.

As-of November 2020 the proptotype was under construction.

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Italian-based naval architects at Gloss Design may have been involved in the design.


The sail-like mast superstructure and rim-drive propulsion is clearly visible in the stern-view of the Trident Mk.I.

Trident Mk.II

The monohull Mk.II is a larger craft capable of carrying 12 divers.

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