The Auguste Benebig, the first Patrouilleur d’Outre-Mer (POM) offshore patrol vessel (OPV) of the French Navy, has been going to sea.
The ship completed its initial sea trials and proceeded to the naval station in Brest, according to Admiral Pierre Vandier, Chief of the Naval Staff of the French Navy. The crew will now proceed on their journey to the ship’s homeport of Noumea.
Additionally, the units will be particularly focused on the battle against drug trafficking, illegal fishing, and environmental protection.
