Britain’s flagship helped ‘evacuate’ Cyprus as the UK’s military planners tested their response to an international humanitarian crisis. Amphibious assault ship HMS Albion served as the hub for commandos, landing craft and helicopters as they used the Mediterranean island to practise saving civilians from chaos. She was joined by a small, specialist team of military … [Read more...] about Cyprus ‘evacuated’ as UK military practise lessons of international crises
Navy News
Fishermen saved by HMS Westminster as boat capsizes off Portland
A father and son were saved this morning by HMS Westminster just seconds before their fishing boat sank in Weymouth Bay. The frigate raced through the bay at top speed after receiving a mayday from the crew of the Ocean Echo which capsized in heavy seas about three miles off Portland Bill. As she arrived at the scene 15 minutes later after a five-mile dash, Westminster’s … [Read more...] about Fishermen saved by HMS Westminster as boat capsizes off Portland
HMS Dragon forges ties with Ukraine in Odessa
HMS Dragon has spent a week in the Ukraine’s premier port forging closer ties with the country’s navy. The Portsmouth-based destroyer has broken away from the UK’s amphibious task group currently operating in the Mediterranean to patrol the Black Sea, working with Britain’s allies and partners in the region to guarantee freedom of movement. She sailed through the … [Read more...] about HMS Dragon forges ties with Ukraine in Odessa
Stunning photos claim top prizes at Royal Navy photographic awards
Striking images have captured life of Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines as they serve on vital operations around the globe. The pictures have all been taken by the Royal Navy’s own dedicated photographers, who are behind the lens capturing the significant moments as the Senior Service carries out missions across the world’s oceans, in the skies and on land, from Arctic to … [Read more...] about Stunning photos claim top prizes at Royal Navy photographic awards
Rafale prize for HMS Albion as flagship fends off French jets
Britain’s flagship fended off waves of air attacks as French fast jets honed their skills. Eight French Rafale strike fighters pounced on Plymouth-based HMS Albion just a day after leaving home waters, as her task group passed the Brittany peninsula, allowing pilots to practise tactics – and the Brits to practise their response to being buzzed by fourth-generation combat … [Read more...] about Rafale prize for HMS Albion as flagship fends off French jets
Navy’s new torpedo on cusp of front-line service after trials in Scotland
The world’s most advanced torpedo is on the cusp of entering service with the Royal Navy after extensive trials in Scotland. The upgraded Spearfish – the principal weapon of the UK’s Submarine Flotilla against enemy ships and submarines – was ‘fired’ repeatedly at frigate HMS Sutherland as scientists, engineers and sailors study its performance. Over four days on special … [Read more...] about Navy’s new torpedo on cusp of front-line service after trials in Scotland
HMS Albion leads UK task group for three-month Med deployment
More than 1,000 sailors and Royal Marines have sailed on a three-month mission to the Mediterranean to forge the commando forces of tomorrow. UK flagship HMS Albion has left the UK, heading a force which will visit numerous partner nations across the Mediterranean and Black Sea as the UK’s Armed Forces nurtures new friendships and cements traditional alliances. As … [Read more...] about HMS Albion leads UK task group for three-month Med deployment
Royal Navy monitor heightened Russian activity in waters close the UK
The Royal Navy and NATO allies have escorted nine Russian Navy warships during heightened levels of activity in the waters close to the UK. Offshore Patrol Vessels HMS Mersey and HMS Tyne joined Type 23 frigate HMS Westminster in an operation that saw allied ships monitor every movement of three Steregushchiy-class corvettes, three Ropucha-class landing ships and the same … [Read more...] about Royal Navy monitor heightened Russian activity in waters close the UK
Navy Officers and ratings make history at unique parade
For the first time in the history of the Royal Navy sailors and officers today passed out side-by-side. The parade ground at Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth – the spiritual home of the officer cadre for the past 115 years – witnessed a unique ceremony as 34 ratings and 130 officers completed their training. Britain’s most senior sailor, First Sea Lord Admiral … [Read more...] about Navy Officers and ratings make history at unique parade
Royal Marines Commando unit created to shape the Future Commando Force
A select group of commandos will form a new Vanguard Strike Company to shape how the Royal Marines Commandos of the future will operate around the globe. These trailblazers will have access to game-changing technology and weaponry as they head on their first deployment next year. The Royal Marines are currently undergoing a bold modernisation project – known as the Future … [Read more...] about Royal Marines Commando unit created to shape the Future Commando Force
