List of active Royal Australian Navy ships

Introduction The Royal Australian Navy (RAN) plays a crucial role in Australia’s defense strategy, operating a diverse fleet that includes commissioned warships, submarines, amphibious vessels, and various support craft. As of June 2025, the RAN boasts 34 commissioned warships alongside 12 non-commissioned vessels known as Australian Defence Vessels (ADV). This article provides an overview of …

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Type 911 degaussing/deperming ship

Introduction The Type 911 degaussing/deperming ship represents a notable advancement in auxiliary naval vessels operated by the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). This class of ship, which has received the NATO reporting name Dazar class, is designed to fulfill specialized roles in mitigating the magnetic signatures of naval vessels. Although not widely recognized, the Type …

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