Ecuador is set to strengthen its maritime security capabilities with the induction of its first multipurpose warship, BAE Jambelí, as part of its ongoing fight against drug trafficking.
According to Ecuador’s Ministry of National Defense, the vessel has departed South Korea and is currently in San Diego, United States, where it will undergo final navigation inspections before joining the Ecuadorian Navy in the coming days.
The BAE Jambelí is a modernised patrol vessel originally built for the Korea Coast Guard. Commissioned in 1994 as a 3,000-ton-class ship known as Vessel 3001.
It has been upgraded ahead of its transfer through a comprehensive overhaul carried out by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.
The upgrade includes a modern navigation system and communication equipment tailored for Ecuadorian naval operations.
The vessel has been equipped with three high-speed interceptor boats designed to pursue and stop drug-smuggling vessels.
It also features enhanced facilities to support medium-sized helicopter operations, expanding its
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