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This Wave-class fast fleet tanker is the second ship in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary to bear the name. She supplies her sister vessels with essential supplies on deployments around the world.
RFA Wave Knight (A389) is currently on deployment
Atlantic Patrol Tasking North
Caribbean
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Contributing to a global task force who are working together to remove chemical weapons from Syria.
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With a ship’s company of 72 Royal Fleet Auxiliary personnel, RFA Wave Knight’s role is to deliver food, fuel, water and other essential supplies to Royal Navy and coalition warships. Thanks to Wave Knight, these ships can remain operational for months or even years at a time.
Wave Knight and her crew are capable of supporting amphibious forces, anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare operations. They also play a vital role in protecting shipping routes, countering piracy, and providing humanitarian relief.
The original RFA Wave Knight served in Korea from 1950 to 1953, winning battle honours for her efforts.
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The UK merchant sailors of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary provide global and crucial logistical and operational support to the Royal Navy fleet.
The UK has a responsibility to its citizens and its allies to endeavour to safeguard the high seas. This is why the Royal Navy protects home and international waters.
Providing humanitarian assistance is central to the Royal Navy's ethos. We have the skills, experience and equipment to make a difference when it matters.
