Rodman Polyships S.A.U., the Rodman Group’s specialist shipyard for Glass Fibre Reinforced Polyester vessels, concluded 2024 on a high note with the delivery of “PEREGRINO I” the first of three new Rodman 111 Offshore Patrol Vessels for Spain’s Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria.
On December 20th, the newly built vessel “PEREGRINO I” departed Rodman Polyships’ facility in Meira-Moaña, embarking on a smooth voyage to Cádiz, where it will commence its operations.
The new Rodman 111 is an Offshore Patrol Vessel, built with GRP and composite materials, the vessel combines durability and lightweight properties, ensuring optimal performance at sea. The The range of missions, include patrolling at sea, smuggling repression, interception, search, and surveillance of compliance with the national and international laws. Its design prioritises the comfort and safety of its 10-person crew, enabling efficient operation during demanding missions.
This delivery of “PEREGRINO I” marks the first of three Rodman 111 vessels to be delivered under the current contract, with the remaining two scheduled for completion in 2025. The Rodman 111 builds on the success of previous projects, including the Rodman 138, a 43-meter high-patrol vessel that holds the distinction of being the largest GRP patrol vessel ever built.
The new vessels reflect Rodman Polyships’ unparalleled expertise in designing and constructing advanced patrol vessels, reinforcing its longstanding partnership with the Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria.
Rodman 111: offshore patrol vessel Technical Information
With a length overall of 35.3 metres, this Patrol Vessel model has been developed by Rodman’s design, development and engineering teams, perfectly combining high performance, reliability, building quality and seaworthiness characteristics.
The vessels will be powered by two marine diesel engines, driving Waterjets with integrated gearboxes, which will allow them to reach a maximum speed of 35 knots. Each boat will be equipped with:
- Main Engines: 2 CUMMINS Engines, model QSK60-M
- Water Jets: 2 KAMEWA Waterjets, model S63-3/CA.
- Gearboxes: 2 ZF gearboxes, model ZF 8000.
The Rodman 111 has been designed for a crew of 10. With a range of more than 1,400 miles at economic speed (19 knots), they will be able to stay at sea for long periods, an advantage from an operational and effectiveness point of view.
This new model has been developed taking into consideration the specific needs of the customer, as well as the different technical and construction quality requirements of the Rodman standard, optimising the safety and comfort of the crew and people on board.
