Ship is working with the RCN and Philippine Navy in Subic Bay, Philippines
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MV Asterix (Photo courtesy of Vice Admiral Vam Angus Topshee/RCN)
Executive Viewpoint Interview CRD and John Schmidt
CDR Magazine recently boarded the CSS Asterix to interview the President and CEO of Federal Fleet Services, John Schmidt. The conversation focused on the leasing of the Asterix and why the provision of service model has worked for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Here is that conversation: http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/85f9bc6f#/85f9bc6f/59
3 Canadian naval ships to patrol Taiwan Strait
Halifax-class frigates Ottawa and Vancouver reportedly take part in exercises in Taiwan Strait
The Royal Canadian Navy vessels, including the Halifax-class frigates HMCS Ottawa and HMCS Vancouver, and the supply ship Asterix departed the west coast of Canada in mid-August and arrived at Japan’s Yokosuka port on Monday (Aug. 28), reported Nikkei Asia. The ships will stay at the port, which is the headquarters for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, until Friday (Sept. 1) to replenish fuel, enable officers and crew to rest, and bolster relations with Japan.
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Federal Fleet Services and Davie partner with Current Scientific Corporation to enhance Royal Canadian Navy’s maritime surveillance capabilities with advanced EO/IR system.
Federal Fleet Services offers unrivalled technology to his client!
This partnership between Federal Fleet Services, Davie and CURRENT will enable the Canadian Navy to test advanced Canadian technology and will showcase Canada’s technological expertise for the world to see. We are convinced this partnership will benefit our crew members and help advance Canada’s operational objectives,” said John Schmidt, President and CEO of Federal Fleet Services.
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