Equipped with the latest computer-assisted sonar systems and communications equipment, the HMS Cumberland specializes in anti-submarine warfare.

 Aug 12, 2005. Lt. Commander Simon Dalziel of Royal Navy Fleet Media Portsmouth, called ORS HQ at 3.45GMT.
 
He said: 'HMS Cumberland, captain Simon Ancona, was called on channel 16
by ocean rowboat Miss Olive.
Oliver Hicks, the only sole on board, requested and was supplied with food enough to last till the end of September'.
The ship reported he is fit and well'
After a Brief Rendezvous the two vessels continued on their way.