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UK to base mine-sweeping drone ship in Oman

UK to base mine-sweeping drone ship in Oman

Just read that the UK is adapting a ship, RFA Lyme Bay, into a high-tech 'mother ship' for mine-sweeping drones, likely to be based in Oman's Duqm port. This autonomous system uses drones with advanced sonar to detect and safely destroy mines in the Strait of Hormuz, addressing threats there. It marks a shift toward using unmanned tech for faster, safer mine clearance. https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uk/2026/04/13/uk-ship-carrying-mine-sweeping-drones-to-be-based-in-oman/

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Interesting move. Using drones makes it safer for crews, but basing in Oman is definitely a strategic choice for the Strait.

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Smart tech. Unmanned systems are the future for these dangerous jobs.

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