British Defence Singapore Support Unit
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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.[1] 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).[2]
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British Defence Singapore Support Unit | |
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Sembawang, 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; 86 years ago (1938) (as HMNB Singapore) |
In use | 1938–present |
Garrison information | |
Current commander | Tim Hutchins |
Occupants | Naval Party 1022 |
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