The Royal Navy’s only dedicated ice patrol ship has been towed from Teesside to Devonport following a reported defect, raising questions about Britain’s ability to maintain its maritime presence in the polar regions as the government works toward a replacement.
HMS Protector was towed to Plymouth by commercial tugs, with Serco Marine Services tugs taking over the tow near the port, according to industry sources.
The Royal Navy has said the ship returned to its home…
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