In January 2005, "Swift" was tapped to provide logistical assistance during the tsunami relief effort in North Sumatra. "Swift" departed Naval Station Ingleside, Texas, on 3 January 2005. "Swift" was in Pearl Harbor 15 January 2005, on the way to provide assistance following the tsunami. The ship arrived in Singapore on 30 January 2005, Belawan, Indonesia 3 February 2005 and Sattahip, Thailand, on 7 February 2005.