SENTINEL (P-246) class

 0 OFFSHORE PATROL SHIP

 Name       Pendant    Completed    Commission    Status
 SENTINEL   P-246      1975         1984          Stricken

This was a former oilfield supply tug, purchased in 1983 from the British Linen Bank. The ship was refitted at the Tyne Ship Repair Company and sent to the Falklands for patrol, supply, and mooring tender duties. The ship was fitted with a bow thruster, towing winch, and an improved communications suite, and was ice-strengthened. Two...