Mine Countermeasures (MCM) and MCM Diving Forces
Roles
Port Shipping Route Survey
Mine Clearance
Government and Community Support
Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Improvised Explosive Device Disposal
Patrol and Presence
Underwater maintenance and survey
Major Units
- 1 x Diving Support Vessel (HMNZS Manawanui)
- Operational Diving Team
The provision of the MCM / Diving Support Vessel (HMNZS MANAWANUI) prepared to conduct MCM operations (Q route surveys and conditioning) in selected New Zealand ports, the provision of an Operational Diving Team prepared to support MCM operations and to conduct independent diving tasks, and the provision of some support services to the community when appropriate.
While not part of this Output Expense, HMNZS RESOLUTION may be used to achieve Q route survey tasks.