Chantier Davie Shipyard Unveils Controversial Interim Navy Supply Ship
July 21 2017
The Chantier Davie shipyard has ceremonially unveiled the temporary naval supply ship it has modified for Canadian navy service, reports CBC News.
The ceremony was held Thursday in the company's yard in Levis, Quebec.
The MV Asterix will undergo sea trials prior to beginning service in early 2018, officials said.
The Canadian government is leasing the ship for Can$668 million (US$528 million) to fill the gap between the decommissioning of its obsolete Protecteur-class...
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