The BRF Jacques Stosskopf, second unit of a series of 4 ships
The force replenishment vessel (BRF) Jacques Stosskopf, second of four ships, docked at the Toulon naval base on July 31.
The arrival of the second BRF in the series marks a major step in the renewal of the logistical capabilities of the Marine nationale. Bearing the name of a brilliant marine engineer of Alsatian origin, a resistance fighter who died in deportation, the Jacques Stosskopf will continue its operational ramp-up before being admitted to active service.
INDUSTRIAL COOPERATION Built in Saint-Nazaire as part of the French-Italian FLOTLOG logistics fleet program, managed by the Organisation conjointe de coopération en matière d'armement (OCCAR), these ships are the result of exemplary industrial cooperation between Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Naval Group, the Direction générale de l'armement, and the Marine nationale. This series of logistics vessels aims to guarantee the strategic autonomy of France and its capacity to conduct long-term maritime operations far from its national territory.
Measuring 194 meters in length with a loaded displacement of 31,000 tonnes, the Jacques Stosskopf carries up to 13,000 m³ of fuel, as well as food, ammunition, and spare parts. It is capable of simultaneously replenishing two vessels thanks to its four lateral transfer stations and replenishment masts capable of handling solid cargo up to 2.5 tonnes. These increased logistical support capabilities significantly improve the autonomy of the carrier strike group and forces deployed on the high seas.
Il est en mesure de ravitailler simultanément deux bâtiments grâce à ses quatre postes de transfert latéraux et à ses mâts de ravitaillement capables de manipuler du fret solide jusqu’à 2,5 tonnes. Ces capacités augmentées de soutien logistique permettent d'améliorer considérablement l'autonomie du groupe aéronaval et des forces déployées en haute mer. Le bâtiment est doté d’équipements modernes qui le rendent apte à opérer dans des environnements dégradés. Son système de combat intégré, ses capacités d’autodéfense rapprochées, ses moyens de communication et ses installations pour le soutien font du BRF une plateforme polyvalente, en mesure d’assurer des missions de ravitaillement et de soutien.
The vessel is equipped with modern gear making it capable of operating in degraded environments. Its integrated combat system, close-in self-defense capabilities, communication systems, and support facilities make the BRF a versatile platform, able to carry out replenishment and support missions.
Photos Marine nationale.