Originally posted by ancientmariner
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At the outset though the concept was simple. A larger Patrol vessel of about 4000tonnes, and 120m LOA. This was to address the requirement to patrol the western extremities of our Atlantic waters all year round. The extra internal space these dimensions would bring should be arranged in such a way to be able to accommodate TEU or Vehicles, with appropriate cargo handling equipment to self unload, whether this be via ramp to shore or crane.
The limitations of the basin or drydock entrance should not be an issue, being as they are in the scheme of things easy to overcome. Build a quay wall outside the basin (already planned) and encourage local ship repair facilities to invest in their own business or lose all possibility of future Naval work, (currently their bread and butter).
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