RIMPAC 2008

18 July 2008
Replenishment at sea operations during Exercise RIMPAC

HMAS ANZAC is the first of her class and a modern warship, capable of operating in a multi-threat environment. ANZAC’s design is based on the German Meko 200 Class that uses modular construction methods.

ANZAC is fitted with an advanced package of air surveillance radars; hull mounted sonar and electronic support systems that interface with state-of-the-art weapons systems. ANZAC’s armament comprises a five-inch gun, Harpoon missiles, Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles (ESSM) and ship launched Torpedoes. Multi-role Sikorsky S-70B-2 Seahawk helicopters can be embarked to enhance anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare capabilities.

ANZAC is the third Royal Australian Navy ship to carry the name of an Australian legend.

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Able Seaman Yench, an Electronics Technician from HMAS ANZAC moves up decks during sea operations on board HMAS ANZAC as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 09 July 2008)
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Able Seaman Boatswains Mate Matthew Parsons from HMAS ANZAC scans the horizons for surface contacts during sea operations as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 09 July 2008)
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Petty Officer Electronics Technician, Aaron Wilesmith briefs the sailors of HMAS ANZAC on their roles during a replenishment at sea operation with HMAS SUCCESS as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008.

(Date taken: 09 July 2008)
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