However, on 20 October, the vessel was reassigned to the Norwegian Shipping & Trade Mission, was re-christened Viggo Hansteen. and saw war service for about 18 months, primarily in the Mediterranean and was crewed by mariners of various nationalities.
Conversely, on 20 October, the ship was redirected to the Norwegian Shipping & Trade Mission, was renamed Viggo Hansteen. and participated in combat operations for approximately 18 months, mainly in the Mediterranean and was staffed by seafarers from diverse countries.