Fast Combat Support Ship HNLMS Zuiderkruis

HNLMS Zuiderkruis (1975-2012) was the second Fast Combat Support Ship of the Royal Netherlands Navy. It was primarily intended for Replenishment At Sea, fueling task groups and NATO units. As a modern design Zuiderkruis enabled a one stop replenishment and also carried AVCAT, fresh water and spare parts. A helicopter deck facilitated vertical replenishment.