US Navy refuels EU NAVFOR at sea
October 3, 2018 - 09:25After several days conducting counter-piracy operations in the area off the Horn of Africa, ITS Federico Martinengo has conducted a rendezvous with the US Naval Ship Laramie to replenish her fuel tanks.
Shortly after the tanker is alongside the frigate, the Replenishment at Sea (RAS) begins. Large hoses join the two ships and pumping starts; nearly 300 tons of diesel and over 30,000 litres of kerosene for the embarked helicopters, is transferred and soon, the ships separate and ITS Martinengo departs, ready for the challenges ahead.
In addition to demonstrating the close cooperation between ships in the region, the ability to replenish warships at sea enables them to stay on task for extended periods, which significantly enhances their operational capability and flexibility.
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