The first of two China-built offshore patrol vessels ordered by Nigerian Navy has completed its sea tests and is ready to be delivered to Nigeria's navy.The vessel has a displacement of 1,800 tons and can sail as fast as 21 knots for up to 20 days.A special ship-borne spilled oil recovery device could quickly respond to any oil spill emergency.
The vessel has taken a variety of rigorous tests including sharp turns with stability at high speed.The second OPV vessel is expected to be partially built in Nigeria in an attempt to further enhance the country's shipbuilding capability.
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