22 January 2011

Australia considering UKs Bay class Landing Ship Dock

The Xinhuanet website is reporting that Australia is in discussions with the UK Government over the acquisition or lease of one of the Bay class troop ships the UK is retiring, since this vessel almost precisely matches the stated requirements of the RAN (Royal Australian Navy), is virtually a new ship and since the RANs current troop ships are falling apart, these discussions are not unexpected.

Bay class LSD (UK)


Despite the different (from other Aussie ships) technology in the vessel, its relatively inexpensive cost and the RANs urgent need should make this vessel a welcome addition to the fleet.

To read more go to Xinhuanet
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UPDATE: Largs Bay acquisition