A Royal Navy LCU Mk10 landing craft and a vintage WWII DUKW amphibious vehicle flying the White Ensign flag during the D-Day 80th anniversary commemoration.

Drone-Ready Flight Decks Anchor New UK-Dutch Amphibious Fleet

Jul 9, 2026 4:46 AMPublished Jul 9, 2026 4:46 AM

The UK and the Netherlands are set to be reinforced with a new fleet of transport ships, forming the backbone of a joint amphibious naval force.

The ships will transport troops, vehicles, and military equipment, with each vessel measuring 160 meters (525 feet) long and displacing up to 15,000 metric tonnes (33 million pounds).

They will also feature a flight deck capable of supporting both current and future long-range unmanned aerial systems.

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