Ship profile
William Hall
HMCS AOPV 433 - Canada - Harry DeWolf Class Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel
Key facts
Country
Canada
Class
Harry DeWolf Class Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel
Type
Offshore Patrol Vessel
Status
active
Current ops
Port visit - London
Latest public position
Area
Baltimore
Updated
2026-06-25T18:14:52Z
Public summary
The Harry DeWolf class Arctic and offshore patrol vessels provide Canada with ice-capable naval presence in northern and offshore waters. They support Arctic sovereignty, maritime security, constabulary patrols, disaster response and helicopter-supported operations with limited self-defence armament. The class is not a frigate substitute; its value is persistent patrol and presence in regions where ordinary OPVs would struggle.
Current operations
Activity
Port Visit
Location
London
Started
2026-06-05
Expected until
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HMCS William Hall is moored alongside HMS Belfast in London. Commander Jeremy Ruggles discusses the significance of this Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship for Canada and its allies.
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