HMS Scott begins life extension refit in Falmouth
HMS Scott has gone into dry dock at A&P Falmouth to begin an extensive Ship Life Extension Programme (SLEP) that will allow the ship to serve until 2033.
HMS Scott has gone into dry dock at A&P Falmouth to begin an extensive Ship Life Extension Programme (SLEP) that will allow the ship to serve until 2033.
HMS Scott will now serve in the Royal Navy for a decade longer than originally planned.More
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