Launched in 1996 and the 13th of 16 Type 23 frigates. The best @RoyalNavy Frigate 2020, known as the #FightingClan; our motto is WITHOUT FEAR.
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READY FOR CHARGE
Congratulations to Ben our #fightingclan Communication and Information Systems Engineer Officer on his successful completion of Weapon Charge Qualification examination. A key career milestone! BZ! ⚓️👏
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AUTOMATED FOR FUTURE!
More from #thefightingclan post-maintenance period trials. Heavy Machine Gun success followed by Sea Acceptance Trials on re-fitted 30mm Automated Small Calibre Gun system
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HEAVY METAL!
#thefightingclan returned to sea this week for post-maintenance trials, starting with Heavy Machine Gun
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CLAN CONNECTING FAMILIES
After 3 months away, #thefightingclan returned to Devonport and celebrated by hosting over 250 people on board for Families Day. We thank all of those people for the support they have and continue to provide our Ship's Company.
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MOMENT OF REFLECTION
The #FightingClan sitting in the serene surroundings of Loch Goil as trials continue towards readiness for operations
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GENERATING MOMENTUM!
The #fightingclan has been busy at sea in the last 2 weeks, continuing essential capability trials for operations with successful firing of the 4.5 Mk8 gun and ceremonial saluting guns
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HMS SUTHERLAND retweeted
The #RoyalNavy led the interdiction of a shadow fleet tanker in the Channel, with @HMSSutherland and @HMSLedbury on task as @RoyalMarines boarded via helicopter.
@hms_tyne and @hms_mersey were also on duty as they intercepted a Russian frigate.
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ALT HMS Sutherland and a Merlin track Smyrtos
ALT A Merlin helicopter lands Royal Marines aboard Smyrtos
ALT Aircrew help winch Royal Marines onto the deck
ALT A Royal Marine is poised to board Smyrtos
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HMS SUTHERLAND retweeted
Overnight, Royal Marines Commandos of the @RoyalNavy were involved in the interception of a shadow fleet vessel. They were supported by @HMSSutherland, @HMSLedbury and the Maritime Air Group.
Mission success thanks to the skills, bravery and professionalism of our people.
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BACK AT SEA
After a recent port visit in Lisbon, the #FightingClan have been back at sea continuing regeneration trials, including final trials of the Magazine Torpedo Launching System.
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HMS Sutherland visited Lisbon this week as her regeneration continues. During the port visit, she hosted the Deputy Commander STRIKFORNATO RAdm Craig Wood CBE for discussions with the crew, alongside the UK and NATO Defence Attachés. @royalnavy
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HMS SUTHERLAND retweeted
Taking centre stage...
@HMSSutherland proved a popular attraction during events celebrating the 837th anniversary of the port of Hamburg, welcoming more than 5,000 visitors aboard.
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FAREWELL GERMANY!
The #fightingclan left the port of Hamburg in a coordinated departure with FGS Rhein after a successful visit in support of #hafenfest representing the UK and @RoyalNavy
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HELLO AND THANK YOU HAMBURG!
HMS Sutherland has been in Hamburg this week representing the UK in support of the largest maritime festival in Europe #Hafenfest. The ship has been enjoying working with many of our partners and had over 5000 visitors on board! @RoyalNavy
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NAVIGATING THE WAY!
Congratulations to Lt Jack Buller on passing his Bridge Warfare Qualification professional board. A fantastic achievement as Lt Buller leaves the #FightingClan and now moves on the next stage of his career in the Fleet. BZ Jack!
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WEAPON CHARGE QUALIFICATION SUCCESS
Congratulations to Deputy Weapon Engineer Officer - Lt Shaun Cockram who recently celebrated success during his WCQ board. This board represents a key milestone in the career of all Weapon Engineers in the @RoyalNavy. BZ Shaun! ⚓️
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ANOTHER INTER-SERVICE TITLE!
HMS Sutherland's Ship's Company set themselves up in the hangar to watch on the big screen the Men's Rugby Union side triumph over the Army at Twickeham!
Now the support switches to the Senior Women's team! @RNRugby @RoyalNavy
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FINAL PUSH FOR FIGHTING CLAN SAILORS!
CO Cdr White, held a video call for Ship's Company and shipmates LS(EW) Fraser and ET(WE) Davidson, who complete their monumental charity run with WO1 Cozens this weekend covering over 800 miles from John O'Groats to Land's End! @RoyalNavy
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Fair winds and following seas to all our friends and collegues in @HMSDragon as they sail to conduct defensive operations in the Eastern Mediterranean 🫡
A huge effort by all to finish essential maintenance and embark vital stores and ammuniton in such a short time! 👏
HMS Dragon has begun her journey to the eastern Mediterranean to join the UK's defensive operations in the region.
Hundreds of well-wishers, including loved ones of the ship's crew, lined the seawall as the ship sailed from Portsmouth.
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