The Bay class landing ship docks of the Royal Navy are designed for amphibious transport and logistical support with a large well deck for vehicles and landing craft. They support troop and equipment deployment during joint operations and humanitarian missions.
Deployment Began: Mon Jul 20, 2026
Deployment Ended: Fri Sep 11, 2026
Days Deployed: 53 days
Deployment Location: Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia / final Pacific Partnership mission stop
Post-Deployment Location: Fleet Base East, Sydney, Australia
Mission: Bay-class landing ship dock served as the host and command-and-logistics ship for Pacific Partnership 2026, transporting multinational personnel and supporting humanitarian assistance, disaster preparedness, medical, engineering, and host-nation outreach engagements across Southeast Asia.