C$2.3 billion acquisition
The other programme of
significance for the RCN is the
C$2.3 billion acquisition of two
new Queenston class JSS vessels,
with an option to acquire a third,
to replace the service’s now-retired
Protecteur class auxiliary oiler
replenishment vessels HMCS
Protecteur and HMCS Preserver.
The JSS will increase the range
and endurance of naval task
groups, enabling them to remain
at sea for significant periods
of time without returning to
port for replenishment. They
will also provide a home base
for maintenance and operation
of helicopters, a limited sealift
capability, and support to
operations ashore.
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