9th Mine Counter-Measures Squadron
The 9th Mine Countermeasures Squadron is a front-line squadron of the Royal Navy with responsibility for mine warfare in the Persian Gulf region. The squadron is based in Bahrain and, as of 2023, is equipped with three mine countermeasure vessels and a Royal Fleet Auxiliary support ship.
| 9th Mine Countermeasures Squadron | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1962–1971, 2013–present |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Type | Squadron |
| Role | Mine Countermeasures Squadron |
| Size | 5 ships as of 2017; 4 ships in 2023 |
| Home port | HMS Jufair, Bahrain |
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