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Bookmark or Share- Royal New Zealand Navy - New Zealand Defence ForceAs an island nation with no immediate neighbours, maritime security is vital for New Zealand. Around 90% of our imports and exports are transported by sea so ensuring our trade routes are secure is critical for our economy.
- HMNZS Te Kaha - New Zealand Defence ForceTe Kaha is the first ship of this name to serve in our Royal New Zealand Navy. The two Anzac class frigates, HMNZS Te Kaha and HMNZS Te Mana are the main combat-capable ships of our Navy and play a vital role in protecting New Zealand, its exports, maritime resources and those of our allies.
- Ships & watercraft - New Zealand Defence ForceOur fleet comprises nine modern and versatile ships that undertake a full range of maritime tasks from combat and peacekeeping operations to border patrol and support for government agencies. We also utilise other watercraft to deliver naval capabilities.
- HMNZS Aotearoa - New Zealand Defence ForceIn 2020, our Royal New Zealand Navy formally commissioned Aotearoa. The 26,000 tonne tanker and replenishment ship is the largest our Navy has ever operated.
- HMNZS Te Mana - New Zealand Defence ForceTe Mana is the first ship of this name to serve in the Royal New Zealand Navy. The two Anzac class frigates, HMNZS Te Kaha and HMNZS Te Mana, are the main combat-capable ships of the Navy and play a vital role in protecting New Zealand, its exports, maritime resources and those of our allies.
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