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RFA Argus Faces Repair Setbacks, Future in Jeopardy

7/29/2025

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The Royal Navy's only amphibious vessel, RFA Argus, is docked for repairs after losing its safety certification. Despite a recent overhaul, it still faces troubling leaks and malfunctioning systems. With a major refit planned for next year, worries mount about the viability of this aging ship and its future role in naval operations.

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The Royal Navy's only amphibious vessel, RFA Argus, is docked for repairs after losing its safety certification. Despite a recent overhaul, it still faces troubling leaks and malfunctioning systems. With a major refit planned for next year, worries mount about the viability of this aging ship and its future role in naval operations.