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.
Introduction, The Name, Predecessors, Development, Engineering, Weapons,
ReplEnishment at sea, RAS-ops, A. Heavy load gear, B. Light loads, C. Oiling,
D. Oiling (astern method), E. vertrep, F. Ships boats, Operational History
Jantinus Mulder started his career in the graphic industry and is currently a publisher at Lanasta (Walburg Pers). He is a specialist in the model building of naval ships. He builds models, and has written about model building in various (trade) magazines and books.
