Tag: Indonesian Navy

Giuseppe Garibaldi carrier

Indonesia’s Maritime Ambition Sets Sail with Giuseppe Garibaldi carrier- But Without Jets, Escorts and Doctrine, Dream Could Stall at Port

The Asia Live News Service - February 27, 2026
Indonesia’s ambition to step into the exclusive club of aircraft carrier operators has captured regional attention, but it has also triggered a searching debate at home about doctrine, affordability and strategic coherence. Jakarta’s reported plan to acquire the retired Italian...
Thaon di Revel class, designated PPA, Italy

Indonesian Navy’s KRI Prabu Siliwangi Completes First Sea Trial in Italian Waters, Marking Milestone in Crew Integration and Operational Readiness

The Asia Live News Service - January 14, 2026
The Indonesian Navy has confirmed that its newest offshore patrol vessel, KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321, successfully completed its first sea trial in Italian waters on January 8, 2026, marking an important milestone in the ship’s transition from commissioning to operational readiness....
KRI John Lie (358)

Indonesia Launches Major Modernization of Bung Tomo-Class Frigates to Boost Maritime Defence Posture

The Asia Live News Service - November 25, 2025
Indonesia has taken a significant step forward in its long-term maritime modernization agenda with the launch of a comprehensive upgrade program for two additional Bung Tomo-class frigates, KRI Bung Tomo (357) and KRI John Lie (358). The modernization effort marks...