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Vanuatu's patrol vessel, gifted by Australia, ran aground in October and is being towed to Australia for inspection and repair.
The Vanuatu patrol vessel RVS Takuare, a $25 million Australian-gifted Guardian-class boat, is being taken to Australia for a full inspection after grounding on a reef near South Epi on October 5 during a ministerial tour.
The vessel, which had only been operational in Vanuatu for seven months and was recently repaired in Australia following cyclone damage, was dislodged after nearly four weeks and lifted onto a barge for transport.
Vanuatu authorities confirmed a full investigation is underway, with environmental protection prioritized during recovery.
The country now lacks an active patrol boat, raising concerns about maritime security.
Australia has funding available for Pacific maritime support, but repair costs remain undisclosed.
El buque patrulla de Vanuatu, regalado por Australia, encalló en octubre y está siendo remolcado a Australia para su inspección y reparación.