Russian Navy took the decision for the the design and construction in the near term of a a unique new generation of universal vessel, which will have the capacity of marine tugs, icebreakers and patrol boat at the same time. This versatility allows the vessel to carry out such a wide range of tasks in the Arctic zone.
The patrol ship Arctic class is designed for the protection and monitoring of the Arctic Water Resources, escorting and towing in the port of detention of ships, maintenance and support of supply vessels, participation in rescue operations, transportation of special cargo containers on the upper deck, as well as fire extinguishing on floating and onshore.
Here is the preliminary design of this Arctic Patrol ship.