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sea trials

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noun

(used with a plural verb)

  1. a series of trial runs to test the performance of a new ship.

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"All the sea trials were supposed to be completed by the end of November, but in fact that is no longer achievable," Koo told lawmakers.

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

First launched in 2022, the Fujian started conducting sea trials last year to test its systems and operational capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

During initial sea trials Glen Sannox will gather pace, slow down and test its anchors, possibly travelling as far as Gourock over the coming days.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2024

After construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, there were sea trials last June, October and November.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 15, 2024

The first of eight boats ordered, the vessel will start sea trials next month prior to delivery to the fleet by the end of 2024.

From Washington Times • Sep. 28, 2023

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