(The Netherlands MoD) The Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) took delivery of its first two upgraded Mk II landing craft utility (LCUs) on 23 January, the Dutch Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed.

"The well deck Marines handle the landing craft, air cushions (LCAC), landing craft, utilities (LCU) and boat operations," said Gunnery Sgt. Brent Vines, logistics chief with the 26th MEU.