IRIS Kharg - Wikiwand
IRIS Kharg was a modified Ol-class fleet replenishment oiler of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, named after Kharg Island.
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- IRIS Kharg was Iran’s largest naval vessel by tonnage and served as a fleet replenishment oiler with replenishment-at-sea capability, named after Kharg Island. This made it a key logistics asset for the IRIN fleet.[3][6]
- On June 1–2, 2021, Kharg caught fire while near Jask in the Gulf of Oman and subsequently sank after hours of efforts to contain the blaze; there were no fatalities, and all 400 crew and trainees evacuated safely. The incident significantly affected Iran’s logistic and replenishment capabilities at sea.[4][5][9]
- Prior to its loss, Kharg had undergone a major refit in the mid-2010s, including boiler overhaul, turbine replacements, and modernization of navigation systems, with Iranian-made systems highlighted by officials. It also operated as part of various naval task groups, including assignments near Bab-el-Mandeb and the Atlantic cruise timeline before the 2014–2015 period.[1][3]
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