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Auxiliaries and humanitarian relief

Landing ships logistic provide a precedent for using auxiliary vessels in global humanitarian work.

Humanitarian Relief Naval Logistics Royal Fleet Auxiliary

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Question

Could a larger auxiliary fleet support humanitarian work around the world?

Short answer

Yes. Landing ships logistic have traditionally performed that work.

Notes

Humanitarian relief is an additional use for an expanded auxiliary fleet. Landing ships logistic are cited as vessels traditionally used for this work. Their peacetime relief role adds to the case made for naval support capacity.