Since the loss of KD Sri Inderapura after catching fire in 2009, RMN has an outstanding need for her replacement.

[2][3] This MRSS programme seen in line with RMN's fleet modernisation programme called 15 to 5 where RMN planned to reduce the class of their ship in order to reduce the maintenance cost and easier the logistic support of the fleet.

The propulsion system will be two azimuth pods and bow thruster where it can bring the ship to reach 15 knots.

Powered by two 8,000 kW engines bring the ship to cruise at maximum speed of 18 knots.

The proposed ship already adopts modern and stealth design with the three landing spots for medium-sized helicopter and capability to stored another two in hangar.

PT PAL also ready to offered Transfer of Technology (ToT) to local company Boustead Heavy Industries (BHIC) if this ship selected by RMN.

A sideport ramp and a stern gate provide access to the Vehicle Deck, and the ship has sufficient ballast tank capacity to sink/trim the vessel to flood the well deck to accommodate landing craft that can be used to transfer personnel, vehicles, and/or cargo to and from the shore.