Surabaya, July 2025 – Indonesian shipbuilder PT PAL has officially handed over the BAP Paita (AMP-157) landing platform dock (LPD) to the Peruvian Navy, marking a milestone in Peru’s maritime modernization efforts. The transfer ceremony took place at PT PAL’s Surabaya shipyard and follows a 2021 defense contract between Indonesia and Peru.
Based on the Makassar-class design — originally developed with South Korea’s Daesun Shipbuilding — the BAP Paita is Peru’s first amphibious ship of this type and the first Makassar-class vessel exported to South America. The class is already in service in Indonesia and the Philippines, known for its versatility in amphibious assaults, humanitarian aid, and regional stability missions.
The Peruvian variant maintains the core design of the original but is customized to match national requirements. Measuring 122 meters in length and displacing around 7,300 tons, the BAP Paita can carry over 500 marines, up to 20 armored vehicles, multiple landing craft, and three medium helicopters. The ship also features a well deck and command-and-control facilities, making it suitable for joint and interagency missions. Its modular layout enables roles ranging from military transport to disaster response and medical support.
The contract, valued at an estimated $60–70 million, was awarded after a competitive process where PT PAL’s full-package offering — including construction, crew training, and post-delivery support — proved more cost-effective than comparable Western platforms.
Delivery of the BAP Paita aligns with Peru’s Strategic Institutional Plan 2021–2035, which aims to overhaul its aging naval fleet and expand its maritime capabilities. The vessel enhances Peru’s sea lift, amphibious reach, and readiness for regional missions. Talks are ongoing about future cooperation, possibly including additional LPDs or joint shipbuilding projects with Peruvian shipyards.
