It would not be appropriate to discuss specifics of the vessels transiting to Ukrainian waters.<\/p>
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The Ukrainian crew of the vessels are currently undergoing training around UK waters, which has included participation in a multinational Mine Counter Measures exercise. The Royal Navy will continue to support these efforts and remains ready to assist with the transit of the vessels to Ukrainian waters, when appropriate.<\/p>
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The Royal Navy continues to ensure that it has sufficient assets available to meet its operational outputs.<\/p>
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Looking forward, the Mine Hunting Capability (MHC) programme aims to provide a transition from conventional ship-based Mine Warfare and Clearance Diving, to the exploitation of innovative and technically advanced maritime autonomous off-board systems, making the disposal of sea mines safer, more efficient and effective.<\/p>
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The two Sandown-class minehunters being transferred to Ukraine are named CHERNIHIV (ex HMS GRIMSBY) and CHERKASY (ex HMS SHOREHAM).<\/p>
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