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File Reference: PSS/EXKATAPERO/10/B

TACTICAL WATER CRAFT (TWC) FOR MALAYSIAN ARMED FORCES (MAF)

References:

A. MAFJD 3-15 – Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief.

B. National Security Council Directive No. 20 Policy and Mechanism of National
Disaster Management and Relief.
C. EX-KATA PERO MCSCJ 53/2024 – GEN INSTR.
D. MAFJP 0-01 – Malaysian Armed Forces Staff Manual (Svc Writing) 2012.

INTRODUCTION

1. During the monsoon seasons, Malaysia experiences an exceptionally high amount of

rainfall. April–September is when the Southwest Monsoon hits, while October–March is
when the Northeast Monsoon hits. Total damages estimated at RM 6.1 billion were caused by
the catastrophic floods that occurred in late 2021 and early 2022. Experts are finding it more
difficult to make accurate flood predictions due to climate change. The recent floods on the
west coast of Peninsular Malaysia demonstrate how unpredictable natural disasters.

2. The government of Malaysia mobilised personnel from several agencies in 2023 in

response to flood catastrophes. The National Security Council (NSC) spearheaded an all-
encompassing initiative to control floods, which are common during monsoon seasons.
According to National Security Council Directive No. 20, Policy and Mechanism of National
Disaster Management and Relief, MAF is a key player in supporting HADR Op in Malaysia.
The government's dedication to efficient disaster relief activities was demonstrated by the
deployment of military assets such as assault boats, outboard motors, vehicles and aviation
assets from the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF). Criticism has surfaced owing to weak
and delayed disaster relief responses, despite the government's best efforts. Citizens express
their dissatisfaction with the sluggish delivery of help, which forces sufferers to rely on
volunteers for basic necessities.

AIM

3. To propose an asset with multirole capabilities for military and HADR op to carried
out by MAF.

BACKGROUND OF THE SITUATION AND PROPOSED ASSET

CURRENT SITUATION.

4. Quick and effective action is required in the aftermath of natural disasters. Major
difficulties arise during HADR operations due to damaged infrastructure. Damage to vital
Lines of Communication (LOCs) like highways and rail lines is common in disaster-stricken
regions. Relief supplies, workers, and machinery are unable to reach affected areas because
routes have been blocked by debris, floods, and landslides. A further complication is the
inaccessibility of the affected areas caused by infrastructure damage.

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5. Military Operation. Malaysia, with its diverse landscape, significantly shapes its
operational context. The extensive coastline along the South China Sea, the Strait of Malacca,
and the Sulu Sea is crucial. Rivers and estuaries crisscross the land, forming essential
waterways. Shallow and narrow channels weave through the country. Dense jungles and
mangroves meet the coastline, creating a dynamic environment. Malaysia's geography
features waterways, islands, and lush vegetation. Special forces must adapt their tactics,
equipment, and training to thrive in this challenging setting. TWC is essential for operating
effectively in such an environment.

6. HADR Operation. With the increased vulnerability to disasters – leading to

inaccessible roads, lack of immediate transportation, and lagging rescue/support response
rate, it is critical to have a multi-role TWC to handle the disaster in the soonest time possible.
Although Malaysia has slowly been improving its management of HADR Op, there are still
lapses in terms of coordination and communication, manpower and assets, public awareness
and local government authority to exercise crisis management response. As such, it is vital to
aid and capacitate local authorities, including the community, through the availability of
multi-role transport equipment, that can transmit through effective communication system, is
easy to use, has a projective presence, is readily deployable day and night, and can be used
collaboratively.

SYSTEM CAPABILITIES

FUNCTIONALITY

7. Malaysia’s recent history of flood disasters underscores the critical role of advanced
transportation that could enhance disaster response capabilities. It also provides tailored
solutions for Malaysia’s maritime security needs, enhancing security in coastal regions, and
facilitating coordinated disaster response efforts. Their adaptability makes them essential
components in both military and HADR op.

8. Military Operation. TWC would play a pivotal role in military op, particularly for
special forces. These versatile vessels offer several advantages:

a. Stealth Infiltration. The use of TWCs allows special forces to sneak up on

targets undetected. They are perfect for clandestine operations. The TWC allows
special activities to be carried out more easily by transporting them from the water to
the land.

b. Rapid Insertion and Extraction. The TWC enables the rapid deployment and
retrieval of special forces personnel in riverine or coastal regions. They move quickly
because of how agile they are. While conducting operations, operators might take use
of natural cover and concealment provided by coasts and islands.

c. Effective Patrolling and Surveillance. Coastal patrols, the detection of illicit

operations, and the prevention of smuggling and trafficking are all areas where TWC
excel. Their agility and quickness make them better observers. The deployment of
TWCs is advantageous for the Malacca Strait, a vital waterway. These boats help stop
piracy and fight terrorism threats by intercepting suspicious vessels. The use of TWC

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allows special personnel to board and search boats, which helps with maritime
security and law enforcement.
9. HADR Operation. Specifically in the event of a flood, TWC would be an essential
component of a HADR operation. The impacted areas may be swiftly evacuated, SAR
missions conducted, and help distributed by use of these specialist water vehicles. Their
ability to navigate flooded areas because to their shallow draft makes them vital for carrying
supplies, assisting with medical evacuations, and guaranteeing prompt help in dire situations.

PERFORMANCE

10. Herewith proposed two models that suit the requirement of MAF. The technical data
comparison between those two models are as follows, the detail data for GR X model as per
Flag A and RXT-300 model as per Flag B.

No Criteria GR X RXT – 300

(a) (b) (c) (d)
Physical

1. Length (meter) 3.75 3.60

2. Width (meter) 1.53 1.65
3. Height (meter) 0.92 1.15
4. Weight (kg) 395 425
5. Storage (litre) 130 96
6. Load Capacity 3 (5 with sled) 2 (4 with sled)
Technical
7. Engine Type 4-stroke 4-stroke
8. Engine (cc) 1800 1630
9. Fuel Capacity 100 105
(litre)
10. Fuel Type Unleaded – 98 octane Unleaded – 98 octane
11. Top Speed (kts) 60 55
12. Maximum 119 96
Distance (NM)
Additional/Miscellaneous
13. Sled Size 2.42 x 0.84 x 0.27 2.25 x 0.90 x 0.28
(meter)
14. Indicator 7.8-inch display 7.6-inch display
15. Hook Ring 4 rings comply to STANAG 6 rings comply to STANAG

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3542 3542
16. Warranty 2 years 2 years
SUMMARY

11. The procurement of TWC is essential for MAF in conducting primary and secondary
roles. Based on a comparison of two selected models, the staff is proposing GR X which has
advantages as follows:

a. GR X able to have a great impact on the achievement of military op and

training in water areas as well as SAR op during HADR especially in areas that
cannot be passed by ships or boats such as narrow river channels, remote areas and
local sewage system.

b. GR X has been designed to meet the needs of complex military op

manoeuvres where the mounted setup is rugged and can be used in a variety of
conditions. The rescue board platform (sled) can accommodate up to 2 additional
passengers. It also provided with a sponson float for better and stable handling of the
equipment in various weather and conditions.

c. In addition, GR X can also be completed with other additional accessories to

help operate TWC more effectively. Additional accessories that can be installed on
the TWC are as follows:

(1) Fit with removable marine navigation system that can be installed
directly on TWC steering without the need for personnel to carry conventional
Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment.

(2) Visible search light or Infrared lights can be installed on the equipment
along with navigation lights to assist the use of TWC in any military
operations or HADR employment such as the insertion of medical team and
extraction or injured person.

(3) Communication equipment can be fitted to enable communication

between operator to operator and operator to the control ship/centre.

d. In general, GR X has significant differences in performance such as the

completeness of the product offered, horsepower and design.

INTEGRATED LOGISTIC SUPPORT (ILS)

12. The ILS General Staff Requirement should include specifics on the ILS programme.
Programming should follow the guidelines and tailoring procedure as described in MIL-STD-
1388-2B, which has been adjusted for the Malaysian Army.

13. The following components have to be included in ILS planning:

a. Engineering Support.

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(1) The tenderer will need to include the relevant information on the
baseline configuration of the vehicle and any configuration modifications
made to the equipment in order to maintain the integrity of the vehicle design
throughout its life cycle.
(2) Following the successful completion of all inspections, testing, trials,
and verifications outlined below, the vehicle will be accepted in its whole. The
vehicle and manpower required for the acceptance tests to be conducted
satisfactorily shall be provided by the tenderer.

(3) The following details must be included with this proposal by the
tenderer:

(a) A thorough engineering description that includes all technical

information, vehicle/system brochures, drawings and data.

(b) The length of time the suggested vehicle can be supported.

(c) During the duration of this warranty, the Tenderer will be

responsible for any scheduled and/or unscheduled maintenance costs.

(d) The technical manuals, specifications, and other papers needed

to support the vehicle must be listed by the tenderer. Additionally, the
seller must respond to consumer inquiries regarding the creation,
upkeep, and functionality of the products.

b. Schedule of Maintenance. The amount of maintenance needed to support the

TWC over the course of its cycle life must be specified and recommended by the
manufacturer.

c. Supply Support. It should be suggested that everything needed to nourish

and sustain the TWC during its life cycle be included.

d. Technical Data. Technical data and a list of the technical manuals and other
data that are accessible must be provided by the tenderer. It is also required to make
the required arrangements for upgrading and amending services and related
protocols.

e. Training Plan and Training Devices. It is necessary to determine the

amount of expertise needed to operate the TWC. Both technical staff and users
should receive training from the manufacturer. Determining the necessary training
equipment is also necessary.

f. Facilities. The infrastructure needed to facilitate vehicle repair must be

suggested by the manufacturer.

g. Information System. The manufacturer is required to recommend the

following:

(1) Hardware and software prerequisites for the ILS system.

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(2) The programme and hardware costs.

(3) System interoperability.

h. Manpower and Personnel (Human Resources).

(1) The tenderer must include information about the maintenance needed
to keep the vehicle in good condition for the duration of its life.

(2) The Tenderer must supply certified engineers or technicians on an as-

needed basis to assist the vehicle during the warranty term in order to
guarantee the availability of direct OEM support during the early portion of
the in-service phase. The engineers or technicians need to possess the
necessary skills to identify and fix any flaws.

i. Physical Distribution. The following guidelines and methods for both

operation and maintenance must be provided by the manufacturer:

(1) Packaging.

(2) Handling.

(3) Storage.

(4) Transport.

j. Support and Test Equipment.

(1) Basic Requirement. All publications, whether for in-house or vendor-

supplied vehicles, must be brand-new, original manuals written in English and
produced in compliance with best business standards. Unless otherwise noted,
the following publications must be supplied in hard copy in five copies and in
soft copy in two PDF formats:

(a) Operators Manuals. It will provide relevant details about the

vehicle's functioning and system description.

(b) Maintenance Manuals. It will provide pertinent details on up

to intermediate level maintenance and repairs.

(c) Repair and Overhaul Manuals.

(d) Illustrated Parts Catalogue (IPC).

(2) Quality Assurance Programme. The proposal on the quality

assurance programme required to meet the standards outlined in the previous
clause must be submitted by the tenderer alongside the other tender papers.
The proposal will specify how the protocols and timelines for the trial, final

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acceptance, and on-site quality assurance checks will be developed.

(3) Training Handbooks. All vehicles supplied by vendors and tenderers

must have pertinent training manuals to enable the delivery of post-contract
local maintenance training.
(4) All publications/manuals, other than training manuals, are to be
delivered together with the vehicle concerned unless otherwise instructed by
Army HQ.

(5) The selected tenderer must provide information on the goods delivered
under the contract to the Malaysian Armed Forces Cataloguing Authority
(MAFCA). The information—which may include manufacturer references,
part numbers, names, prints, drawings, specifications, and related documents
—must be used exclusively to determine, directly or indirectly, the
fundamental qualities that set an item apart from all others and give it a
distinctive personality.

(6) The tenderer must acknowledge that, in most cases, technical

information disclosing manufacturing methods is not necessary for
codification; in the event that such information is given, the tenderer may
approve it in the manner described below:

(a) The sole purpose of this document is to facilitate the

codification of the goods mentioned therein that are impacted by the
Malaysian Armed Forces Cataloguing System (MAFCS). It is not
intended for any other use. After the modification activity is finished,
MAFCA will keep this document. Depending on the item's nature and
the status of any modifications, different codification data may be
required.

(b) If there are costs or charges associated with providing the

necessary data and they are not covered by a specific item on an
official purchase order, such costs and charges shall be quoted and
accepted.

(c) The selected tenderer will supply up-to-date information about

any modifications or design changes made to the vehicle or spare
parts for the duration of the contract.

(d) Before finalising the arrangements for the delivery of technical

information for instructions about the method in which the
codification requirement will be satisfied, the selected tenderer will
get in touch with the Malaysian Army Cataloguing authority.

k. Logistics Support Analysis. For the TWC, the manufacturer is required to

provide an estimated Life Cycle Cost (LCC).

14. Disposal. Disposal of ILS for TWC devices takes into account the equipment's
operational capability and longevity, which varies from 5 to 10 years based on the item's use

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frequency. To add to that, the current MAF regulations for the management and sale of
government mobile assets form the framework for the sale of these devices. Some of the
things that need to be considered are:

a. Device Lifespan. The capabilities of this device determine its potential usage
life, which might be anywhere from five to 10 years. Methods of storage, adherence
to maintenance plans, and frequency of use all affect how long equipment lasts.

b. Beyond Economic Repair (BER). The present regulations state that if the
cost of maintaining or repairing this object exceeds 50% of its current or market price,
BER classification action should be taken.

c. Succession Plan. These tools are necessary for completing MAF's core and
secondary responsibilities. In order to replace these devices, a new procurement
strategy must be put into place in accordance with the timeframe or take into
consideration any recent technological advancements that could have an effect on the
devices that are now in use.

d. Disposal Plan. The act of applying for the disposal of assets must be carried
out if the matters in paragraphs a, b, and c are related and meet the current regulations
in force. Disposal actions must be carried out systematically and comply with the
established process.

e. Disposal of E-Waste. Electronic material disposal must be handled

responsibly for the environment if the device disposal procedure has been approved
and the user is still involved in the final act of device disposal.

IMPLICATIONS

15. Financial Implication.

a. The estimated financial implications below are based on the estimated

calculation of purchase costs, operating costs, maintenance costs, repair costs, and
storage development costs:
No Type of financial GR X RXT 300 Remarks
implications
(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)
1. Purchase Cost (RM) (a)

a. Per unit cost 200,000.00 150,000.00

b. Operational training 10,000.00 -
c. Technical training 50,000.00 -
d. Delivery cost 20,000.00 25,000.00
e. Warranty 20,000.00 15,000.00
f. System integration 10,000.00 10,000.00
update
g. Final Acceptant Test 70,000.00 50,000.00
(FAT)
2. Purchase cost for 20 units (b) 8,000,000.00 5,000,000.00
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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)

3. Operational cost (RM) (c) Estimation of
RM200.00 for
a. Per day (6 hours) 1,200.00 1,200.00 1 operating
hour
4. Operating cost per year (d):
6 hrs x 20 days x 12 month 288,000.00 288,000.00
xc=d
5. Maintenance cost (RM) – 20,000.00 23,000.00 Maintenance
per unit (e) cost per unit
for a year
6. Total of maintenance cost
(20 units): 20 x e = f 400,000.00 460,000.00
7. Storage facility (g) 1,500,000.00 1,500,000.00
8. Total cost amount :
b+d+f+g=h 10,188,000.00 7,248,000.00

b. The summary breakdown of the estimated allocation required in the

procurement, operation and maintenance per year and the required facilities are as
follows:

(1) Purchase Cost.

(a) GRX (20 units) - RM 8,000,000.00

(b) RXT 300 - RM 5,000,000.00

(2) Operational cost (per year).

(a) GRX (20 units) - RM 288,000.00

(b) RXT 300 - RM 288,000.00

(3) Maintenance cost (per year).

(a) GRX (20 units) - RM 400,000.00

(b) RXT 300 - RM 460,000.00

(4) Facility development costs (store) - RM 1,500,000.00

(5) Total amount of cost (first year).

(a) GRX (20 units) - RM 10,188,000.00

(b) RXT 300 - RM 7,248,000.00

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(6) Total amounts of operating and maintenance costs (per year).

(a) GRX (20 units) - RM 688,000.00

(b) RXT 300 - RM 748,000.00

16. Skills Implications. The technical and operational training provided by Equipnor
Company (Sweden) as contained in the acquisition contract can train and enhance the skills
of the personnel in the performance of an op. This skill can also be extended to external
agencies that require training and skills from the MAF.

17. Organizational Implications. The assets proposed for the acquisition will be used
during primary, secondary and HADR op. Directly, the involvement of the MAF and other
local authority can further enhance the relationship and mutual cooperation.

18. Placement Implications. The assets proposed for this acquisition will be placed
under the care and responsibility of Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ), Panching, Kuantan.
However, these assets can be lent by branches and other local authority that require the
capabilities of the asset while carrying out HADR's operations and missions.

19. Implications of the Doctrine. The standard doctrine of operating procedures should
also be developed with the involvement of MAF and other local authority so that the
techniques and procedures of operation are safe and accurate. The resulting doctrine should
be in accordance with the standard of operation set by the manufacturer to be updated from
time to time.

20. Implications of Networking. Since this TWC can be used by all MAF special forces
and may be offered to other public agencies such as RMP, Fire and Rescue and others, it will
be a platform for MAF personnel to exchange opinions and comprehensive role
understanding.

CONCLUSION

21. The roles and duties of the MAF in disaster relief op are specified in Appendix L to
NSC Directive No. 20 – The Policy and Mechanism on National Disaster and Relief
Management. MAF’s involvement in HADR op aims must be brief and objective oriented,
prioritising rapid deployment, SAR op, saving lives, providing medical assistance and
handing over op to civilian organisation. The procurement of TWC as multirole assets above
is important in improving MAF state of readiness in HADR operation. Overall, MAF should
improve the ability of multirole assets to increase impact and be more effective in HADR op.

RECOMMENDATIONS

22. Based on the discussion and information, the following recommendations are
provided for consideration as follows:

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a. TWC plays an important role in HADR op because it is fast and efficient

during floods, allowing help to reach those in need. Light and easy to operate and safe
according to specifications.

b. The suitability of this equipment in the service indirectly exposes the MA

members to the latest technology in line with the current technology circulation.

c. GR X is chosen to be procured for its durability and versatility, making it well

suited to the difficult conditions experienced in disaster zones. It is suitable for HADR
op as it robust, interoperability, endurance and user friendly.

d. The sponson design gives a high added value to the product where GR X is
not only suitable for use in normal water conditions, but also suitable for use in rough
seas. The sponson can help provide stability to the GR X and prevent it from
overturning.

Mar 24

ADNAN BIN AHMAD

Lt Kol
SO 1 Future Ops – J5

Distribution

J1
J3
J4
J6
J7
J8
J9

Flags:

A. GR X Product Brochure.
B. RXT-300 Product Brochure.

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