HMS Agamemnon Launched: A New Era for the Royal Navy’s Silent Service
The Royal Navy’s latest and most advanced hunter-killer submarine, HMS Agamemnon, has been officially launched today at BAE Systems’ facility in Barrow. This significant milestone marks the first time the 7,400-tonne vessel has entered the water, following a carefully planned operation to move her from the construction hall to the basin. HMS Agamemnon is the […]
TWIN REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL FOR CLYDE SPORTSDROME
PHYSICAL TRAINING staff at HM Naval Base Clyde had twin reasons to celebrate recently with the opening of a newly upgraded gymnasium and the presentation of a prestigious award to one of their staff. Naval Base Commander Clyde, Commodore Sharon Malkin, cut the ribbon to officially open the refurbished SASH Gymnasium within the site’s Sportsdrome […]
Kylesku Submarine Memorial Surfaces with Submarine Family Support
Honouring WWII Submarine Heroes at Kylesku A new memorial dedicated to the courageous men of the WWII midget submarine operations around Kylesku has been unveiled, thanks in part to a grant of £2,619 from The Submarine Family. This significant project remembers the training and daring missions that took place between 1942 and 1945, including the […]
Hermitage Primary’s Head to Heart Hub: A New Haven for Forces Families’ Children
Helensburgh, UK – Hermitage Primary School has proudly unveiled its newly refurbished Head to Heart Hub, a project made possible through joint funding by The Submarine Family and the Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity. The Hub provides a safe, calming environment designed to support children from armed forces families, offering them emotional guidance and […]
Submarine Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence and Community Spirit
The Submarine Awards Evening 2024 took place on 15th September at the Glasgow Hilton, bringing together submariners, their families, affiliates, and contractors for a night of recognition and celebration. This prestigious event, formerly known as the Submarine Oscars, honoured the hard work and dedication of personnel across the Submarine Service. Generously supported by a £10,000 […]
King Charles III Visits His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde
Today, His Majesty King Charles III made his first official visit to His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde since assuming his role as Commander-in-Chief of the British Armed Forces. The visit highlights the critical role the base plays in safeguarding the United Kingdom’s national security, particularly through the operations of the Royal Navy’s Submarine Service. During […]
UK DISSUB Support Group goes operational
Global Cooperation at Sea!The UK DISSUB Support Group (DSG), based in Faslane, recently took part in a vital NATO submarine rescue exercise alongside 10 nations. This operation demonstrated international collaboration in the event of a submarine emergency.The UK DSG led the intervention phase, deploying two teams to the DISSUB datum. They successfully established communications with […]
Welcome Home
A Heartwarming Homecoming for HMS Vigilant! The Submarine Family was privileged to attend the recent homecoming of HMS Vigilant, welcoming back the crew after their time at sea. It was a truly special moment to witness families reunited, and we are proud to be part of the support network that stands behind our submariners.
Dundee International Submarine Memorial 7 Sep 24
Members of the Submarine Community gathered to mark their respects at the Dundee international Submarine memorail. Organised by the Submariners Association and supported by The Submarine Family, the event was attended by COSM, the Dundee provost, Dundee armed forces cadets, members of the Royal Dutch Navy and many veterans. Brief History Dundee International Submarine Memorial […]
Antruther Memorial 31st Aug 24
Members of the Submarine Community gathered to mark their respects at the Antruther memorail on the 31st of August. Brief History On the night of 31st January 1918, one of the worst ever accidents involving warships of the Royal Navy occurred off May Island and resulted in two submarines being sunk, two other submarines and […]
