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Ukraine ships Chernihiv alongside Cherkasy at HMNB Portsmouth in 2024. The two former Royal Navy minehunter ships were handed over to the Ukrainian navy for future missions in the Black Sea.

Why Ukraine ships donated by Royal Navy are still sailing around city

Comments about HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Queen Elizabeth being "obsolete" in the national press have been slammed by a former Royal Navy commander. The flagship is due to visit the Indo-Pacific this Spring.

Claim of aircraft carriers being "obsolete" slammed by ex-commander

The defence sector is not being considered a priority by the National Wealth Fund despite the government pushing policies in support of the Royal Navy, Army and RAF. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has addressed this.

Defence industry "not prioritised" by Treasury, report says

Further updates on the Type 83 shipbuilding project are due to be announced soon, according to the Ministry of Defence (MoD). Pictured is the Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon.

Mysterious Type 83 destroyer updates expected soon - when

First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key told the defence select committee on March 18 that several sailors were discharged following the investigation into the allegations made by Lieutenant Sophie Brook.

Multiple sailors discharged after sexual bullying investigation

Royal Navy ships monitored a Russian taskforce sailing near Portsmouth carrying ammunition from Syria. PIctured is HMS Somerset sailing near destroyer RFN Severomorsk.

Russian ships shadowed after sailing south of city

First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key told the defence select committee on March 18 that a commanding officer had to be removed from their position due to workplace culture concerns.

Commanding Officer removed from post after workplace culture concerns

First Sea Lord Sir Admiral Ben Key taking questions on violence and bullying against women in the armed forces during a Defence Select Committee meeting.

Royal Navy WhatsApp groups not banned despite sexist bullying concerns

HMS Prince of Wales returned to Portsmouth on Monday, March 17, 2025, after visiting the Glen Mallen shipyard in Scotland. Anticipation is reportedly building aboard ship as she nears her deployment to the Indo-Pacific region.

Anticipation builds on HMS Prince of Wales - prepares for deployment

HMS Medway carried out a vital air defence exercise in the Caribbean Sea alongside USS Normandy, as well as other American and Dutch forces.

Vital air defence exercise completed by HMS Medway with USS Normandy

RNMB Ariadne, an autonomous mine-hunting ship that can sail by itself, has been launched for the first time - supporting jobs in Portsmouth.

Advanced new mine-hunting ship that can sail by itself launched

The Royal Navy flagship, HMS Prince of Wales, will be returning to Portsmouth after gearing up for her Indo-Pacific deployment this Spring.

HMS Prince of Wales to return to city after deployment prep - when

The Times reports that military planners are worried that HMS Prince of Wales "could be attacked" as she travels to the Indo-Pacific region via the Red Sea. She is due to take charge of the UK Carrier Strike Group. Pictured is the carrier returning to Portsmouth on September 20, 2024.

HMS Prince of Wales "could be attacked" on way to mission, report says

New Dreadnaught-class nuclear submarines are being built for the Royal Navy at a cost of £41bn, with a date being given as to when they'll enter the fleet. Pictured is a Vanguard-class submarine undergoing maintenance at HM Naval Base Clyde at Faslane, north-west of Glasgow, Scotland.

Powerful new nuclear submarines being built and will enter fleet soon

Musicians at the Royal Marines Band Service (RMBS) have raised tens of thousands of pounds to support their colleague Musician Sophie Ward, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease at just 26 years old.

"I'm so grateful to the Royal Marines family for supporting my friend"

HMS Lancaster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate, seized a huge stash of heroin and methamphetamine in the Arabian Sea near Bahrain.

Huge heroin and meth stash seized by Royal Navy sailors
“Suspicious activity” led to Royal Navy sailors seizing hundreds of kilos worth of drugs.
Freddie Webb

HMS Dragon did not sail from Portsmouth today despite being scheduled on the King's Harbour Master shipping movements, an entry which was deleted.

Upgraded HMS Dragon does not sail despite scheduled - "minor repair"

Royal Navy sailors aboard HMS Spey are conducting intense training ahead of the arrival of HMS Prince of Wales to the Indo-Pacific region.

Highly-skilled sailors gear up for HMS Prince of Wales deployment

Royal Navy minehunter HMS Ledbury sailing from Portsmouth earlier this morning. She is one of the oldest ships in the fleet.

Watch: HMS Ledbury sail from city after hosting Japanese sailors

Royal Navy patrol ship HMS Dagger leading an exercise off Gibraltar alongside local police forces and other assets. This includes two Pacific 24 Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats, VC7 of the Gibraltar Defence Police, HMC Searcher of His Majesty’s Customs and Bravo 3 of the Royal Gibraltar Police.

HMS Dagger shadows Spanish ship in Gibraltar amid Russia activity

Adventurer Bear Grylls, former Portsmouth North MP Penny Mordaunt and other guests were given a tour of a Royal Navy base on Horsea Island - showcasing divers and their sophisticated equipment.

Bear Grylls and Penny Mordaunt shown divers kit on Navy base tour

HMS Prince of Wales will soon be leaving Portsmouth and sail to the Indo-Pacific region as part of a major deployment. Here's all you need to know about her upcoming journey.

All you need to know about HMS Prince of Wales Indo-Pacific deployment

The Princess Royal has been named as the new patron of The Naval Children's Charity in Portsmouth, after making frequent visits to the city. It is the charity's 200th anniversary.

Princess Royal takes on new Portsmouth role after recent visits

Elon Musk’s Starlink system is being trialled on HMS Prince of Wales, and it could be rolled out to the rest of the fleet if the tests are successful.

Starlink system run by Elon Musk to be trialled on HMS Prince of Wales

Helicopter crews worked alongside the Norwegian navy - dealing with fires and a simulated crash - while taking part in Exercise Tamber Shield.

Navy helicopter crews fight fires and deal with aircraft crash

Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, Maria Eagle, said challenging targets will be made to make sure SMEs are handed defence contracts and cash.

Ambitious targets for new defence contracts aimed at small businesses

New technologies could be used to protect British waters from various threats. Pictured is HMS Somerset keeping a watchful eye over the Russian corvette Boikiy.

Cutting-edge anti-submarine sensors could soon be used in UK waters
Enhanced systems to monitor the English Channel to protect the UK from threats are being considered.
Freddie Webb

No further updates have been issued regarding a crash involving HMS Chiddingfold and HMS Bangor, with the collision happening in January 2024.

HMS Chiddingfold and Bangor crash investigation continues one year on

Meteor missiles are being tested on F-35B fighter jets ahead of HMS Prince of Wales' deployment to the Indo-Pacific region in Spring.

Ferocious meteor missiles tested ahead of carrier deployment

HMS Prince Of Wales visited Glen Mallen in Scotland to take on ammunition and supplies ahead of her Indo-Pacific deployment. Pictured is the Royal Navy flagship departing from Portsmouth ahead of a North Sea exercise.

HMS Prince of Wales loads ammunition ahead of major deployment

HMS Victory is being restored and a £45m project is currently underway to bring the former Royal Navy flagship back to her former glory. Lord Nelson's flagship is being regenerated with fresh timber and other additions.

Enlightening pictures of HMS Victory conservation - take the tour

Here are all the details about the Royal Marines Commandos Candidate Preparation Course, one of the main tasks you need to complete to become a Royal Marine.

Are you fit enough to conquer the Royal Marines Commando fitness test?

The mysterious shipbuilding project to produce Type 83 destroyers has reached the concept phase, with the aim of the vessels eventually replacing their Type 45 counterparts. Pictured is the Portsmouth-based Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond.

Mysterious Type 83 destroyers project reaches concept phase

Dockyard workers who work for Serco Maritime were on strike on Monday, February 3, 2025. After being left in dark about the afloat services contract, many of them are scared for their jobs.

Crippling strikes by Royal Navy tugboat crews are suspended for talks

Royal Navy warship monitors Russian warship in English Channel

King Charles III visits HMS Prince of Wales as the Royal Navy finalises preparations for a major global deployment to the Indo-Pacific this spring.

Watch: King Charles jokes with crew during HMS Prince of Wales visit

HMS Victory is being restored and a £45m project is currently underway to bring the former Royal Navy flagship back to her former glory. Lord Nelson's flagship is being regenerated with fresh timber and other additions.

Conservation work to restore HMS Victory "continues at pace"

King Charles III visits HMS Prince of Wales as the Royal Navy finalises preparations for a major global deployment to the Indo-Pacific this spring.

King Charles III visits HMS Prince of Wales ahead of deployment

HMS Spey, a Portsmouth-based Royal Navy patrol vessel, took part in Exercise Komodo off the coast of Indonesia.

Well-travelled HMS Spey completes large exercise alongside allies

Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer HMS Dauntless left Portsmouth over the weekend and has been carrying out several training drills.

Upgraded HMS Dauntless ends maintenance and carries out exercises

HMNB Portsmouth has been branded as an "engine for defence jobs". Minister for defence procurement, Maria Eagle, visited Portsmouth on February 28, 2025, after the government announced plans to increase defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP by 2027.

HMNB Portsmouth branded "engine for defence jobs" during MP visit

The government plans to spend increased funding for defence on small to medium sized businesses in a bid to boost the economy. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is cutting foreign aid in order to up the defence budget.

New defence cash to target small firms - support Royal Navy and forces

Royal Navy tugboat and marine services crews are expected to strike

Royal Navy tugboat crews strike to protect critical naval services

A nuclear siren is due to sound at Portsmouth Naval Base tomorrow morning.

Nuclear siren due to sound at Portsmouth Naval Base today

The Remembrance Sunday parade at Portsmouth Naval Memorial in Clarence Esplanade, Southsea.

Measures to stop anti-social behaviour at Naval Memorial welcomed

The Remembrance Sunday parade at Portsmouth Naval Memorial in Clarence Esplanade, Southsea.

Climbing on Portsmouth Naval Memorial set to be made illegal

HMS Prince of Wales sails past the Round Tower. Picture date: Monday February 24, 2025. Photo Ben Mitchell/PA Wire

HMS Prince of Wales departs Portsmouth ahead of strike action

"Game-changing" mini helicopter drone Peregrine has been tested for the first time during narcotics operations conducted by HMS Lancaster off the coast of Bahrain.

"Game-changing" mini helicopter drone works wonders on drug busting op

David Yates jnr, volunteer of VOS, son of David Yates who was a Royal Navy Medic. Veterans charity, Veterans Outreach Support (VOS), receives vital funding to keep supporting former military personnel the Royal Maritime Hotel, Portsmouth on Thursday 20th February 2025

Veterans Outreach Support bags "important" £776k of new funding

The skipper of US warship USS Harry S. Truman has been relieved of his duties after the behemoth carrier crashed into a merchant ship.

Commanding Officer sacked after USS Harry S Truman crashes into ship

Portsmouth-based Royal Navy ship HMS Tyne has a new Commanding Officer. Lt Cdr Martyn Mayger has replaced Cdr Hugo Floyer.

Delighted Lieutenant Commander takes charge of HMS Tyne

Renowned filmmaker, Chris Terrill Sets World Record for Fastest Marathon on Crutches while raising money for Portsmouth-based Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity

Renowned filmmaker, Chris Terrill sets World Record for Fastest Marathon on Crut...

3rd June 2018. Brittany Ferries ferry leaving for Normandy with a naval escort. The procession is led by four P 2000s followed by the Brittany ferry with the veterans on the stern deck and four D-Day vessels two either side of the ferry at the stern, followed by a frigate and then followed by the Little Dunkirk Ships. Pictured: Type 23 frigate, HMS St Albans sailing past. Picture: Habibur Rahman

Three of Portsmouth's Type 23 Royal Navy frigates over the years

A critical update has been made regarding the Type 26 shipbuilding programme, with BAE Systems publishing its full year accounts. The statistics also detail support for Royal Navy ships and Portsmouth.

Critical Type 26 shipbuilding update after delays hit project

Defence Secretary John Healey said the UK must rearm amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, but there are fears that increased Royal Navy, Army and RAF spending would cause cuts elsewhere.

Cash-strapped Royal Navy, Army and RAF must "rearm", defence secretary

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