New Philippine Navy HDC-3200 Corvettes Equipped with Turkish Aselsan Gokdeniz 35mm CIWS.

The HDC-3200 corvette was built in HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan, South Korea, and seen equipped with CIWS on the hangar (photo: LA Bernardino)

The  Philippine Navy continues to bolster its Fleet with the latest upgrade to the new HDC 320 Corvette BRP Miguel Malvar.

Recent photos reveal that this vessel is equipped with the Turkish-made Aselsan Gokdeniz's 35 mm dual barrel close-in weapon system CIWS mounted on the ship's hangar superstructure.

The CIWS is identified as Aselsan Gokdeniz's 35 mm dual barrel close-in weapon system CIWS (photo: Military Cognizance)

The Gokdeniz 35 mm CIWS is among the most advanced systems in the world designed to provide reliable close in defense against missile and air threats. This dual-barrel weapon offers effective protection for the ship in intense combat situations.

The confirmation of the Aselsan CIWS installation on the BRP Miguel Malvar also reinforces previous rumors about a supply contract between Aselsan and Hyundai Heavy Industries for this system.

This move underscores the Philippine Navy's commitment to enhancing its combat capabilities with cutting-edge technology.

The first ship of the class to be named the future BRP Miguel Malvar (FF-06) (photo: LA Bernardino)

This upgrade not only increases the number of ships in the fleet but also ensures that each vessel is equipped with the most advanced weapons and defense systems.

It is a strategic step to strengthen the maritime defense capabilities of the Philippines in the face of various threats.

With this sophisticated weapons system, the BRP Miguel Malvar is prepared to face future challenges demonstrating the Readiness and seriousness of the Philippine Navy in safeguarding National sovereignty and security.