UNIPATH STAFF
Turkmenistan President Gurbanguly Berdymuhamedov attended a launch ceremony in May 2016 at a ship repair facility of the Hazar Maritime Unit of Border Troops. Applause erupted when Berdymuhamedov pressed the button to launch a new patrol boat.
The boat was built by local specialists using technology and computer-assisted systems that meet international standards. Turkey provided materials and technical assistance, according to reports that said six of the boats are being built.
While at the port, Berdymuhamedov examined other patrol and naval vessels that have been used by maritime border guards at various times, and congratulated the officials responsible for launching the new boats.
Sources: IHS Jane’s 360, tdh.gov.tm