Bahrain’s patrol warship RBNS Al Zubara has made a port call in Tangier, the Moroccan city on the Strait of Gibraltar, the first stop on its journey from the United Kingdom to Bahrain.
Upon her arrival at the port, the warship was welcomed by a representative of the Bahraini embassy in Morocco, a liaison officer from the Royal Moroccan Navy, a representative of the Maritime Ports Authority of Morocco and several guests. The visit was the first by a military naval ship from the Royal Bahraini Navy of the Bahrain Defense Force to a Moroccan port.
All necessary services and facilities were provided to the vessel in accordance with international maritime protocols and norms.
Bahrain’s Ambassador to Morocco Khalid bin Salman Al Musallam visited Al Zubara at the port where he was welcomed by the mission commander, the ship’s captain, assistant and officers.
The ambassador was briefed on the warship and on its special features and capabilities that use modern technology in the management, operation and control of its system, including the navigation and communication system, the engine and generator operating and control system, the fire control system, damage control and a combat system.
The design and engineering of the vessel provide it with strength and durability to operate in the worst weather conditions and during long journeys as it is supported by a helipad capable of receiving various helicopters of various weights.
A delegation from the Moroccan Royal Navy visited the vessel and welcomed the crew to Tangier.
The vessel had started its journey to Bahrain from the English port of Falmouth in southern Britain during the month of October, with planned stops in brotherly and friendly ports.
Al Zubara is preparing to sail from Tangier to its next destination on its journey to Bahrain.