HMAS (Her Majesty's Australian Ship)

HMAS stands for Her Majesty's Australian Ship, a prefix used for vessels in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). It signifies that the ship is a commissioned naval asset of Australia and represents the authority of the Australian monarch. The use of "Her Majesty" reflects the country's ties to the British monarchy, though the ships operate independently under Australian command. HMAS vessels serve various roles, including defense, humanitarian aid, and international exercises, contributing to both national security and global maritime operations.