Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment) sea tests begin in the waters of the Ría de Ferrol.
The ship, whose design is based on the BAC 'Cantabria' 'in service in the Spanish Navy, has been built at the Ferrol Shipyard for the Royal Australian Navy.
The AOR 'Supply' is made to sea to complete a 3-day and 2-night navigation.
135 Marines have embarked on board, responsible for testing, technical assistance and Customer inspection.
It's scheduled to sail for its home port in Australia in late August.
Navantia Australia will be responsible for maintaining her life cycle.
Excited to see NUSHIP Supply undertake her sea trials in Spain ahead of her transit to Australia and final fit out in WA. Navantia Australia has formed the AORSPO Enterprise with Defence to sustain this new capability for Royal Australian Navy for the first 5 years in service.