HMNZS Canterbury (L421)

HMNZS Canterbury (L421)

HMNZS Canterbury is a multi-role vessel (MRV) of the Royal New Zealand Navy. She was commissioned in June 2007, and is the second ship of the Royal New Zealand Navy to carry the name, the first ship having been a Leander class frigate. She is also New Zealand's first ever strategic sealift ship.

However, the vessel has been plagued by problems since delivery, having been involved in a number of incidents and being considered less seaworthy than specified. It is estimated as of 2008 that at least another NZ$20 million will have to be spent to achieve the sought-for operational abilities.