Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
On the move at the Osborne Naval Shipyard. 🚢
NUSHIP Hunter’s Block 4 (a keel block) recently headed into the Blast & Paint (B&P) chamber. Along the way, it was pre-washed and received a red undercoat.
Both activities are part of the preparation for B&P, where the block is now undergoing an abrasive blasting process and will be finished with a new, highly durable paint job. This special coating has been designed to protect the future frigate from corrosive sea conditions. 🎨🖌️
Once Block 4 completes B&P, it’ll be transported to Building 22 – our Block Outfitting Hall. Here, it will be joined by other blocks to construct the first Hunter class frigate.
On the move at the Osborne Naval Shipyard. 🚢
NUSHIP Hunter’s Block 4 (a keel block) recently headed into the Blast & Paint (B&P) chamber. Along the way, it was pre-washed and received a red undercoat.
Both activities are part of the preparation for B&P, where the block is now undergoing an abrasive blasting process and will be finished with a new, highly durable paint job. This special coating has been designed to protect the future frigate from corrosive sea conditions. 🎨🖌️
Once Block 4 completes B&P, it’ll be transported to Building 22 – our Block Outfitting Hall. Here, it will be joined by other blocks to construct the first Hunter class frigate.
