Royal Navy turns RFA Lyme Bay into drone mothership for mine warfare

The Royal Navy is stepping up its mine hunting capabilities with new uncrewed equipment being added to the Royal Fleet Auxiliary Bay-class ship RFA Lyme Bay.

The high-tech equipment will be able to detect, identify and neutralise threats and is part of the Royal Navy’s transition to a ‘hybrid navy’.

The move comes after RFA Lyme Bay was brought to a heightened state of readiness several weeks ago.

After being fitted with the technology, Lyme Bay will be able to store...