Ship profile
Gustave Zede
BRF A 728 - France - Jacques Chevallier Class Replenishment Oiler
Key facts
Country
France
Class
Jacques Chevallier Class Replenishment Oiler
Type
Fast Combat Support Ship
Status
projected
Current ops
-
Latest public position
No public position available.
Public summary
The Jacques Chevallier class is the French BRF/FLOTLOG replenishment programme replacing older Durance/BCR support ships. These ships sustain carrier and expeditionary task groups with fuel, stores, ammunition and aviation support, allowing France to operate high-end groups at distance and for longer periods.
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