S-Class Frigates modernisation

In 2003 Hellenic Shipyards in co-operation with Thales Netherlands was awarded the status of prime contractor for the Midlife Modernization of 6 S-Class Frigates of the Hellenic Navy. The program is in progress at HSY and will be completed in 2009.
The main modernization works to be performed are the following:

 

•	Replacement of the combat management system and installation of new sensors
•	Overhaul and improvement of radars
•	Replacement of navigation systems and upgrade of communications systems
•	Replacement of propulsion control system and of defined platform systems.