Bangladesh Navy Strengthens Maritime and Air-Defence Power with Multiple New Platforms

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Bangladesh Navy has officially inducted two Leonardo AW109 naval utility helicopters and two Schiebel S-100 CAMCOPTER unmanned aerial vehicle systems, marking yet another milestone in its long-term modernisation drive. The announcement was made by the Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Mohammad Nazmul Hassan, OSP, NPP, during the closing ceremony of the Fresher Sailors Course (Batch 2025/B) earlier yesterday. The Admiral outlined a series of recently completed and ongoing acquisitions that collectively enhance the Navy’s operational capabilities across maritime aviation, unmanned systems, shipbuilding, hydrographic research and air defence. Upgraded Aviation and ISR Capabilities The induction of the AW109 naval variants strengthens the Navy’s rotary-wing fleet, enabling improved performance in maritime patrol, search and rescue (SAR), utility transport, and training roles. These helicopters, with their compact footprint and proven reliability, are expected to operate both from naval air stations and from selected fleet units. The newly received