British Defence Singapore Support Unit
The British Defence Singapore Support Unit (BDSSU) is a British naval facility located in Sembawang, Singapore. A remnant of a larger naval base, known as HMNB Singapore, the facility provides fuel and other supplies to Royal Navy ships in the region, as well as those of other countries. It is the only permanent Royal Navy presence to remain at the former naval base, which is maintained by Naval Party 1022 under the auspices of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA).
| British Defence Singapore Support Unit | |
|---|---|
| Sembawang, Singapore | |
HMS Illustrious at the facility in 2013. | |
BDSSU Location in Singapore | |
| Coordinates | 1°27′46.8″N 103°49′59.7″E |
| Type | Naval facility |
| Site information | |
| Owner | United Kingdom |
| Operator | Strategic Command |
| Controlled by | Director of Overseas Bases |
| Condition | Operational |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1938 (as HMNB Singapore) |
| In use | 1938–present |
| Garrison information | |
| Current commander | Tim Hutchins |
| Occupants | Naval Party 1022 |
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