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CBC
5 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Royal Canadian Navy to retire 8 warships before the end of the year
The Royal Canadian Navy plans to retire some of its older warships this fall. The navy confirmed Thursday that eight of its 12 Kingston-class vessels will be removed from service following "paying off" ceremonies in Halifax and Esquimalt, B.C. Officially known as Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels, these small ships were built and launched in the 1990s. Each is 55 metres long, weighs about 970 tonnes and has a crew of about 40. "There is no loss of capability for the (navy) as a result of the divestment of the Kingston-class," the Department of National Defence said in a statement. "Their missions and tasks will be redistributed to other existing ships and assets, and taken on by new systems being introduced." The ships, powered by diesel-electric motors, are primarily used for coastal patrols, search and rescue, law enforcement, mine detection, and training. They have been deployed to operations in the eastern Pacific, Caribbean, off West Africa and in European waters, as well as many missions across Canada's three oceans. Other vessels to take over duties Meanwhile, the Defence Department says the Kingston-class key mine-sweeping and counter-measures functions will be handled by the navy's fleet diving units and remote and autonomous systems operated from other navy vessels. As well, the navy's relatively new Arctic and offshore patrol vessels will take on Kingston-class roles, such as counter-narcotics operations. And the training role will be shifted to the navy's smaller Orca-class vessels. The navy is also moving ahead with replacing its retired Iroquois-class destroyers and its existing Halifax-class patrol frigates with 15 River-class destroyers. The new warships will be built by Halifax-based Irving Shipbuilding Inc. The federal government said in March the first three ships will cost a total of $22.2 billion. The project has been described as the largest and most complex shipbuilding initiative in Canada since the Second World War. Paying off ceremonies As for the "paying off" ceremony for the Kingston-class ships, that tradition comes from the British practice of paying a crew their wages once a ship has completed its voyage. In the Canadian navy, paying off refers to the formal ceremony where the ship's flags and commissioning pennant are removed and the crew departs the ship for the last time. Ceremonies will be held in Halifax this fall for HMCS Shawinigan, HMCS Summerside, HMCS Goose Bay, HMCS Glace Bay and HMCS Kingston. Ceremonies will also be held in Esquimalt for HMCS Saskatoon, HMCS Whitehorse and HMCS Brandon. The navy's four remaining operational Kingston-class vessels — HMCS Moncton, HMCS Yellowknife, HMCS Edmonton and HMCS Nanaimo — will operate out of Halifax. They will be retired over the next three years. "Kingston-class vessels have provided the Royal Canadian Navy with a significant capability throughout their many years of service," Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, commander Royal Canadian Navy, said in a statement. "As we move towards the future of the Royal Canadian Navy, I want to recognize the service of these ships and extend my tremendous gratitude to all who have sailed within them."
Vancouver Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Eight Canadian navy warships to be retired this year, DND says there will be 'no loss of capability'
HALIFAX — The Royal Canadian Navy plans to retire some of its older warships this fall. The navy confirmed Thursday that eight of its 12 Kingston-class vessels will be removed from service following 'paying off' ceremonies in Halifax and Esquimalt, B.C. Officially known as Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels, these small ships were built and launched in the 1990s. Each is 55 metres long, weighs about 970 tonnes and has a crew of about 40. 'There is no loss of capability for the (navy) as a result of the divestment of the Kingston-class,' the Department of National Defence said in a statement. 'Their missions and tasks will be redistributed to other existing ships and assets, and taken on by new … systems being introduced.' Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The ships, powered by diesel-electric motors, are primarily used for coastal patrols, search and rescue, law enforcement, mine detection, and training. They have been deployed to operations in the eastern Pacific, Caribbean, off West Africa and in European waters, as well as many missions across Canada's three oceans. Meanwhile, the Defence Department says the Kingston-class key mine-sweeping and counter-measures functions will be handled by the navy's fleet diving units and remote and autonomous systems operated from other navy vessels. As well, the navy's relatively new Arctic and offshore patrol vessels will take on Kingston-class roles, such as counter-narcotics operations. And the training role will be shifted to the navy's smaller Orca-class vessels. The navy is also moving ahead with replacing its retired Iroquois-class destroyers and its existing Halifax-class patrol frigates with 15 River-class destroyers. The new warships will be built by Halifax-based Irving Shipbuilding Inc. The federal government said in March the first three ships will cost a total of $22.2 billion. The project has been described as the largest and most complex shipbuilding initiative in Canada since the Second World War. As for the 'paying off' ceremony for the Kingston-class ships, that tradition comes from the British practice of paying a crew their wages once a ship has completed its voyage. In the Canadian navy, paying off refers to the formal ceremony where the ship's flags and commissioning pennant are removed and the crew departs the ship for the last time. Ceremonies will be held in Halifax this fall for HMCS Shawinigan, HMCS Summerside, HMCS Goose Bay, HMCS Glace Bay and HMCS Kingston. Ceremonies will also be held in Esquimalt for HMCS Saskatoon, HMCS Whitehorse and HMCS Brandon. The navy's four remaining operational Kingston-class vessels _ HMCS Moncton, HMCS Yellowknife, HMCS Edmonton and HMCS Nanaimo _ will operate out of Halifax. They will be retired over the next three years. 'Kingston-class vessels have provided the Royal Canadian Navy with a significant … capability throughout their many years of service,' Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, commander Royal Canadian Navy, said in a statement. 'As we move towards the future of the Royal Canadian Navy, I want to recognize the service of these ships and extend my tremendous gratitude to all who have sailed within them.' Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
National Post
5 days ago
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- National Post
Eight Canadian navy warships to be retired this year, DND says there will be 'no loss of capability'
HMCS Summerside, one of Canada's eight Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels set to be retired in the fall. Photo by Ryan Taplin/Postmedia/File HALIFAX — The Royal Canadian Navy plans to retire some of its older warships this fall. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events. Unlimited online access to National Post. National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE ARTICLES Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events. Unlimited online access to National Post. National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors The navy confirmed Thursday that eight of its 12 Kingston-class vessels will be removed from service following 'paying off' ceremonies in Halifax and Esquimalt, B.C. Officially known as Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels, these small ships were built and launched in the 1990s. Each is 55 metres long, weighs about 970 tonnes and has a crew of about 40. 'There is no loss of capability for the (navy) as a result of the divestment of the Kingston-class,' the Department of National Defence said in a statement. 'Their missions and tasks will be redistributed to other existing ships and assets, and taken on by new … systems being introduced.' Get a dash of perspective along with the trending news of the day in a very readable format. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again The ships, powered by diesel-electric motors, are primarily used for coastal patrols, search and rescue, law enforcement, mine detection, and training. They have been deployed to operations in the eastern Pacific, Caribbean, off West Africa and in European waters, as well as many missions across Canada's three oceans. Meanwhile, the Defence Department says the Kingston-class key mine-sweeping and counter-measures functions will be handled by the navy's fleet diving units and remote and autonomous systems operated from other navy vessels. As well, the navy's relatively new Arctic and offshore patrol vessels will take on Kingston-class roles, such as counter-narcotics operations. And the training role will be shifted to the navy's smaller Orca-class vessels. The navy is also moving ahead with replacing its retired Iroquois-class destroyers and its existing Halifax-class patrol frigates with 15 River-class destroyers. The new warships will be built by Halifax-based Irving Shipbuilding Inc. The federal government said in March the first three ships will cost a total of $22.2 billion. The project has been described as the largest and most complex shipbuilding initiative in Canada since the Second World War. As for the 'paying off' ceremony for the Kingston-class ships, that tradition comes from the British practice of paying a crew their wages once a ship has completed its voyage. In the Canadian navy, paying off refers to the formal ceremony where the ship's flags and commissioning pennant are removed and the crew departs the ship for the last time. Ceremonies will be held in Halifax this fall for HMCS Shawinigan, HMCS Summerside, HMCS Goose Bay, HMCS Glace Bay and HMCS Kingston. Ceremonies will also be held in Esquimalt for HMCS Saskatoon, HMCS Whitehorse and HMCS Brandon.
Toronto Star
5 days ago
- General
- Toronto Star
Royal Canadian Navy to retire eight warships before the end of the year
HALIFAX - The Royal Canadian Navy plans to retire some of its older warships this fall. The navy confirmed Thursday that eight of its 12 Kingston-class vessels will be removed from service following 'paying off' ceremonies in Halifax and Esquimalt, B.C.
CTV News
5 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Royal Canadian Navy to retire eight warships before end of the year
Ice floats past HMCS Kingston west of Pond Inlet, Nvt., on Eclipse Sound, on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2014. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld HALIFAX — The Royal Canadian Navy plans to retire some of its older warships this fall. The navy says eight of its 12 Kingston-class vessels will be removed from service following 'paying off' ceremonies in Halifax and Esquimalt, B.C. The ships, officially known as Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels, were built and launched in the 1990s. They are primarily used for coastal patrols, search and rescue, law enforcement and mine detection. The ships have been deployed to operations in the eastern Pacific, Caribbean, off West Africa and in European waters. They have also taken part in many missions across Canada's three oceans. The Canadian Press
