Iceland commits to full renewal of volunteer rescue ship fleet
A new agreement pledges government support to replace the last three ICE-SAR vessels. The total fleet renewal amount remains disputed, with sources citing either 13 or 16 ships.
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A new agreement pledges government support to replace the last three ICE-SAR vessels. The total fleet renewal amount remains disputed, with sources citing either 13 or 16 ships.
The Chamber says its recommendations could generate 110 billion krónur for the government, expressing concern about budget plans and rising state debt.
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