The New Patrol Vessel Maracanã Project Will Strongly Contribute to National Security and Defense with the Brazilian Navy. The New Vessel Also Marked the Resumption of Shipbuilding Business in AMRJ Following Its Launch.
Recently, the Brazilian Navy conducted the delivery and launch of the patrol vessel Maracanã to the Brazilian naval sector. The event took place at the Naval Arsenal of Rio de Janeiro (AMRJ), also marking the resumption of shipbuilding at the site. During the ceremony, a book was launched that commemorates 250 years of Brazilian shipbuilding, providing essential information for the future of the segment in the national market with the resumption of shipbuilding.
The Delivery of the Patrol Vessel Maracanã Marked the Resumption of Shipbuilding in AMRJ and New Benefits for the Operations of the Brazilian Navy in the Segment
The delivery of the patrol vessel Maracanã, conducted at the beginning of December this year, was a major milestone for the Brazilian naval sector.
This is because the project, which had been in development for years, has finally been launched in Brazilian waters, also marking the resumption of shipbuilding at AMRJ.
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Now, with the delivery of the vessel, the patrol vessel is ready to carry out its operations in the Blue Amazon region, thereby ensuring benefits for the national defense and security operations of the Brazilian Navy.
The christening of the new project from AMRJ was conducted by Mrs. Selma Foligne Crespio de Pinho, godmother of the vessel and wife of the Navy Commander, Admiral of the Fleet Almir Garnier Santos, who was present at the ceremony.
During the event, the Chief of Staff of the Fleet (CEMA), Admiral of the Fleet Renato Rodrigues de Aguiar Freire, who instated the first commander, commented on the importance of the project for the future of the Brazilian Navy.
“The acquisition of the NPa ‘Maracanã’ is part of the Navy Power Modernization Program. It also represents a joint effort for the development of the Defense Industrial Base, enhancing and improving the naval construction workforce, refining systems and equipment, and fostering the National Defense Industry,” he said.
Additionally, a book was launched that compiles key information about the 250 years of shipbuilding in the national territory, discussing the significance of the segment in the country.
“It is necessary to recognize the long tradition of pioneering, competence, perseverance, and dedication of our Military Naval Engineering and Brazilian professional patriots — military and civilians, engineers, technicians, and workers — who produced, with sweat and talent, about a hundred ships for the Brazilian Navy over the last 200 years,” concluded the admiral.
Learn More About the Patrol Vessel Project That Marked the Resumption of Shipbuilding in AMRJ
The new project of the Brazilian Navy, which resumed shipbuilding in AMRJ, is the third of the “Macaé” Class, alongside the vessels “Macaé” and “Macau.”
The patrol vessel Maracanã features predominantly Brazilian technology, supervised by the Brazilian Navy, and will operate under the command of the Naval Patrol Group of the South and Southeast in Santos (SP).
It is also part of the Patrol Vessel Acquisition Program (PRONAPA), which plans for the construction of another vessel at AMRJ for the year 2025, thus encouraging shipbuilding in the country.
The General Director of Naval Material (DGMM), Admiral of the Fleet José Augusto Vieira da Cunha de Menezes, stated that the project delivery modernizes the Brazilian naval fleet and ensures greater security in the Blue Amazon region.
Now, the Brazilian Navy will continue to invest in shipbuilding projects to further stimulate the segment in the coming years.

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