HMAS Huon (M 82) was an Australian Huon-class minehunter coastal vessel commissioned in 1999. The ship was constructed by the Australian Defence Industries (ADI) in Newcastle, New South Wales, and primarily served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) for mine warfare operations. It was named after the Huon River in Tasmania, carrying a crew of 6 officers and 34 sailors. The vessel was equipped with a range of advanced technologies for mine detection and disposal tasks, including sonar systems, remote-controlled mine disposal vehicles, and mine-detection gear. HMAS Huon participated in various exercises and operations, including the multinational RIMPAC naval exercise in Hawaii. The ship was decommissioned in 2019 after two decades of service. Throughout its operational history, HMAS Huon played a crucial role in enhancing the RAN's mine warfare capabilities and contributed to maintaining maritime security in the region.

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