Marne is a Durance-class command and replenishment tanker of the French Navy. In addition to its primary duty as a fleet tanker, Marne is configured as a flagship and has served as such in the Indian Ocean.

From left, German navy frigate FGS Emden (F 210), French navy tanker FS Marne (A 630) and guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) conduct a replenishment at sea June 2, 2008, in the Arabian Sea. The coalition ships are deployed to the Combined Task Force 150 area of operations in support of maritime security operations.(U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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