Al-Quwaisat-class LST
The "Al-Quwaisat" class is a series of Landing Ship Tanks (LSTs) of the United Arab Emirates Navy (UAE Navy). They were built by the Malaysian company Shin Yang based on the company's 80 m LST design. Two ships have been completed and in service with UAE Navy with one more on order. Characteristics. The "Al-Quwaisat" class has a length of , a beam of , and a draught of . The ship has a complement of 106. The LSTs have a capacity to carry cargo, marine troops, tanks and helicopters. They have a displacement of 2,046  tonnes and a speed of for cruising and for maximum. The ships are armed with light defensive weapons such as 12.7 mm Browning M2HB machine guns. Service history. The "Al-Quwaisat" class took part in UAE Navy operations in the Yemen conflict. They were involved in a logistic role to support allied forces in the operation.