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Specialist commandos take on discreet fjord missions as part of Arctic operations
Specialist Royal Marines carried out discreet reconnaissance missions in the freezing fjords of Northern Norway ahead of a major NATO Arctic operation. The Shore Reconnaissance Troop (SRT) from the expert Commando Force Boat Operators branch are trained to insert and covertly study complicated coastal areas and decide the best place to conduct large-scale landings. This…
Future Royal Navy takes shape as two new frigates pass shipbuilding milestones
On a red-letter day for the Royal Navy’s future frigate force two shipbuilding milestones were passed in a matter of minutes. Work today began on the fourth Type 31 warship, HMS Bulldog, followed by the second ship in the class HMS Active emerging from a gigantic assembly hall – ready for completion and testing. Hundreds…
Babcock and University of Plymouth Partner to Boost Skills, Job Opportunities and the City’s Future Growth
Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence company, and the University of Plymouth have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise their strategic partnership, strengthening collaboration in support of skills development, innovation and sustainable economic growth for Plymouth and the wider South West. The MoU reflects a shared commitment to attracting students to study in…
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New Royal Navy autonomous helicopter makes history with first flight
British aviation history has been made with the UK’s first truly autonomous full-size helicopter completing its maiden flight, operating from Predannack airfield in Cornwall. The helicopter has been…
Dutch and British pilots prepare for Arctic flying during UK workout
Dutch and British pilots have completed intensive sorties over Salisbury Plain as they prepare to operate on NATO’s northern flank together next year. Flying from Royal Naval Air…
Like fathers, like sons – Navy helicopter engineers recreate photos 26 years apart
Spot the difference – 26 years apart. Fleet Air Arm engineers Harvey Lewis and Sam Skelson recreated a treasured family photograph their fathers appeared in a quarter of…
Sailors honour Arctic warriors in northernmost British military cemetery
An X-Craft undergoing training in Scotland ahead of Operation Source Sailors from RFA Lyme Bay paid their respects to servicemen buried in the most northerly British military cemetery…
