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"To be berthed at such an auspicious location alongside HMS Belfast on the River Thames is a unique opportunity to present the RFA to the public eye."RFA Proteus alongside HMS Belfast in London, on Monday 9th October 2023, ahead of her Service of Dedication on Tuesday 10th October 2023.
In a grand ceremony held in the heart of London, the United Kingdom unveiled Proteus, a state-of-the-art ship designed to spearhead underwater surveillance in the nation's sovereign interests. Named after the Greek god of rivers and water, The Royal Fleet Auxiliary Proteus represents a pivotal step forward in safeguarding the UK's maritime interests.
The role of a ship's sponsor is an honorary one, bestowing good fortune upon the vessel, making them a permanent member of the ship's crew who attends key moments in the vessel's life. Initially, RFA Proteus served as an oil rig-support vessel. However, after undergoing extensive conversion and alterations at the Cammell Laird yard in Birkenhead, the 6,000-tonne ship has been transformed into a highly specialized maritime powerhouse.
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