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Fincantieri lays out proposal to convert Giuseppe Garibaldi into helicopter carrier for Indonesia
By Ridzwan Rahmat | 23 July 2025
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has laid out a detailed proposal to convert the carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi into a helicopter and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) assault ship that can meet the requirements of the Indonesian Navy.
The proposal, which covers four main areas of work, was laid out in a series of presentations over two days from 15 to 16 July in Jakarta, sources close to the matter have confirmed to Janes .
An attendance list that was also provided to Janes indicates that the former commanding officer of the carrier, Marco Guerriero, and its former chief engineering officer, Nicola Tria, were also part of the delegation sent by Fincantieri over the two days.
This delegation included seven other senior representatives from the shipbuilder including its Head of Refit Projects Corrado Canepa.
Giuseppe Garibaldi is a 180 m carrier that was commissioned by the Italian Navy in 1985 and placed in reserve by the service in October 2024.
While in service with the Italian Navy, the vessel embarked the AV-8B Harrier II short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) aircraft in addition to a mix of various naval helicopters.
Four focus
In the presentations made in Jakarta, Fincantieri proposed four focus areas with regard to the refit work that will be carried out on Giuseppe Garibaldi in the event that Indonesia agrees to acquire it. Copies of the presentation have been provided to Janes.The four focus areas are an improvement in Giuseppe Garibaldi's
Fincantieri lays out proposal to convert Giuseppe Garibaldi into helicopter carrier for Indonesia
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has laid out a detailed proposal to convert the carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi into a helicopter and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)...
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Indonesian Navy eyes decommissioned Italian aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi to ‘strengthen fleet’
Talks remain in early stages, but the plan reflects Indonesia’s ambition to modernise its fleet.
09 Sep 2025 03:45PM
(Updated: 09 Sep 2025 03:49PM)
JAKARTA: The Indonesian Navy is in the process of acquiring an aircraft carrier from Italy, and if successful, would mark the Southeast Asian country’s first foray in operating such a vessel.
Local media reported that the discussions with Italy to acquire the decommissioned Giuseppe Garibaldi aircraft carrier is still in the early stages, and appear to be part of Jakarta’s drive to modernise its fleet and extend its operational reach across its vast archipelago.
“We are trying to acquire the carrier formerly operated by the Italian Navy, the Garibaldi, with the hope that it will strengthen our fleet,” Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali was quoted as saying on Monday (Sep 8) by news outlet Kompas.
Ali did not disclose the cost nor the stage at which the discussions are currently at but his comments - made on Monday during a welcome ceremony for the new Italy-manufactured frigate KRI Brawijaya 320 - appear to be the clearest sign thus far that Indonesia is moving forward with its plans.
The potential acquisition of the Giuseppe Garibaldi aircraft carrier from the Italian Navy reflects Jakarta’s warming naval ties with Rome.
Last year, Ali had inspected the aircraft carrier during a May 2024 military exercise that was hosted by Italian Deputy Navy Chief Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto. In September 2024, three Italian warships paid a reciprocal visit to Indonesia.
SPECIFICATIONS AND FUNCTIONS
Aircraft carriers are widely viewed as the pinnacle of naval strength: Expensive, complex platforms that can launch and recover fighter jets and helicopters far from shore.Beyond combat roles, they act as command centres and can support missions ranging from disaster relief to maritime security.
The Giuseppe Garibaldi is a short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) carrier designed for both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters.
Built by Fincantieri and commissioned in 1985, the 180m vessel - according to state news agency Antara - can reach 30 knots and travel up to 7,000 nautical miles.
It is armed with advanced radar jamming systems, Mk.29 launchers for Sea Sparrow/Selenia Aspide anti-air missiles, twin Oto Melara 40L70 DARDO gun systems, triple 324mm anti-submarine torpedo tubes and Otomat Mk 2 surface-to-surface missiles.
The news agency further reported that the aircraft carrier had been decommissioned by the Italian Navy and retired in October 2024.
Ali - the Indonesian admiral - noted that while it retains combat capability, Indonesia would prioritise the aircraft carrier for non-combat use such as for humanitarian and disaster-response operations.
Earlier in February, Indonesia’s Ministry of Defence said that plans to acquire the carrier is driven by the country’s geography as an archipelagic nation that frequently faces natural disasters.
“Aircraft carriers are a means that make it easier to provide assistance more quickly,” ministry spokesman Frega Wenas said on Feb 25, as quoted by Kompas.
He stressed that the plan does not involve a long-deck carrier with runways for fighter jets, nor is it intended as a platform for projecting power beyond Indonesian waters.
Instead, the focus is on a STVOL vessel, capable of operating helicopters to transport logistics and aid during emergencies.
Indonesian Navy eyes decommissioned Italian aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi to ‘strengthen fleet’
Talks remain in early stages, but the plan reflects Indonesia’s ambition to modernise its fleet.
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Indonesian Navy Focuses on Developing Maritime Defense Strategy Across 5 Major Islands
Rabu, 10 September 2025
Jakarta, IDM – At the age of 80, the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has reaffirmed its direction for future maritime force development. The focus is not only on the modernization of defense equipment, but also on restructuring the organization in line with the national defense strategy.
Head of the Navy’s Information Service (Kadispenal), First Admiral Tunggul, stated that in accordance with defense policies set by the Ministry of Defense (Kemhan), the Navy will deploy operational and support units across the five major islands.
“Fleet Commands (Koarmada) will be expanded into five. The Military Sealift Command (Kolinlamil) will be developed into five Military Sealift Squadrons (Satlinlamil). Meanwhile, the Marine Corps (Pasmar) will be expanded into five Pasmar formations,” Tunggul told Indonesia Defense Magazine on Wednesday (Sept 10).
Strengthening Maritime Defense Equipment
Enhancements will also cover the Naval Aviation Center (Puspenerbal), with its air wings expanded into five, as well as the Navy Hydro-Oceanographic Center (Pushidrosal), which will increase its hydrographic survey units to five.
“Not only combat units, but support units will also be prepared proportionally. Supply, weapons, and ammunition depots will be expanded into five units in each of the major island regions,” Tunggul added.
Earlier, Navy Chief of Staff (KSAL) Admiral Muhammad Ali emphasized the importance of modernization and strengthening organizational structure to address global dynamics and the complexities of geopolitics.
“Modernizing our forces and strengthening organizational structure are part of the Navy’s vision to become modern, regionally deterrent, and globally projectable—supporting the goal of an Advanced Indonesia on the path to Golden Indonesia 2045,” Ali stressed in his address while leading the 80th Navy Anniversary ceremony at Navy Fleet Command Headquarters in Jakarta this morning.
He added that the Navy’s success is determined not only by sophisticated defense systems, but also by discipline, adherence to law, mastery of science and technology, as well as synergy with society and other institutions.
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Call for Unity and Dedication
In closing, Admiral Ali called on all Navy personnel—Jalasena—to mark the 80th anniversary as a momentum to strengthen solidarity, enhance professionalism, and reaffirm their dedication to the nation and state.
TNI AL Fokus Bangun Strategi Pertahanan Maritim di 5 Pulau Besar - Indonesiadefense.com | Informasi Berita Terkini dan Terbaru Hari Ini Hankam Dan TNI %
Di usia 80 tahun, TNI AL menegaskan arah pembangunan kekuatan maritim ke depan. Fokusnya bukan hanya pada modernisasi alutsista
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We will see, but it is not yet reach contract level. We should wait for second hand Chinese frigates, 60 % is likely proceed
Frigates at the mean time can only be produced by PT PAL Indonesia. Other shipyards still only capable to produce Corvette.
So as I said it is all more on stop gap measure until our local defense industry are able to produce more through PT PAL or improve private yards capability.
PT PAL Indonesia can increase its capacity by building more shipyard through acquisition of current yard owned by private sector or by getting other yards owned by another SOE to be under PT PAL. Basically there are 3 shipyards under Danantara SOE, PT PAL is the most capable among them. Third possibility is to build brand new shipyard in Sumatra Island, Lampung is already under consideration since Jokowi administration.
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UK, Indonesia reach $5.24 billion maritime deal
By ReutersNovember 22, 2025
6:12 AM GMT+7
Nov 21 (Reuters) - Britain and Indonesia have agreed to a 4 billion pound ($5.24 billion) maritime deal led by defence firm Babcock (BAB.L)
, opens new tab to build vessels for the Southeast Asian country, the British government said on Friday.
"The boats will be built in Indonesia using British shipbuilding expertise, which will support 1000 jobs at home in the UK," the UK government said.
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The delivery ceremony of the MPCS (Multipurpose Combat Ship) KRI PRABU SILIWANGI-321 vessel to the Indonesian Navy was held today at our Muggiano shipyard.
To underscore the strong defense collaboration between the two nations, the ceremony was attended by the Chief of the Indonesian Navy, Admiral Muhammad Ali, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to the Republic of Italy, H.E. Prof. DR. Junimart Girsang, our CEO, Pierroberto Folgiero, our General Manager of the Naval Vessels Division, Eugenio Santagata and the Chief of the Italian Navy, Admiral Giuseppe Berutti Bergotto.
With an overall length of 143 meters, this highly versatile class of ship, designed to perform a wide range of missions, including frontline combat operations, maritime patrol, rescue, and civil protection activities, represent a strategic element for the stability of the Asian region and the protection of Indonesian national interests.
The delivery of this unit – which follows that of its sister, KRI BRAWIJAYA-320, delivered last July, completing the supply of the two vessels built by our Group that will form the Indonesian Navy's largest combat units, as well as the most technologically advanced units in the Indo-Pacific - further consolidates our partnership with the Indonesian Ministry of Defense confirming our commitment to a safer future and safer seas.
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