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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Belgian Navy Frigate Léopold I (Karel Doorman class) out of dry dock following refit


Belgian Navy frigate Leopold I came out of drydock in Den Helder (Netherlands) this Thursday, August 9, 2012 following modernization and repair work conducted over a few months.

Since August 2011, the multi-role frigate was anchored in the Dutch marine base in order to undergo planned refit which is necessary to the life cycle of ships.

During this period the vessel was also fitted with equipment to better meet its operational missions such as for example the fight against piracy.

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