 "Moawin " is noted for its displacement, being the largest warship ever built in Pakistan.According to the Pakistan military, "Moawin " provides fuel, water, and ammunition to Pakistan military's combat and auxiliary units as it is also equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities to support the Pakistan Navy during war and disaster relief missions.On 22 January 2013, the Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP) signed a contract with the Turkish company STM to design the ship in Turkey together with providing a Kit of Materials to Pakistan, while the engineering construction, outfitting, and sea trials were to be undertaken by KESW Ltd in Pakistan.