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2 days until HMS Oardacious commence their 2023 Cross Atlantic Row
On the 13th December Five Royal Navy Submariners will set off on an epic 3,000 mile rowing adventure, competing in the ‘World’s Toughest Row – Atlantic’ event with 37 other teams from 15 countries. The HMS Oardacious team will attempt to row their Rannoch RX45 Ocean Rowing Boat named ‘Captain Jim’ from La Gomera in the Canary Islands to Antigua in the Caribbean, rowing a continuous cycle of roughly 2.5 hours on, followed by 1.5 hours rest, round the clock
CLYDE STAFF COME TOGETHER TO SING CHRISTMAS CAROLS
MILITARY and civilian staff from across HM Naval Base Clyde gathered in St Mungo’s church on Thursday, December 7, to spread a bit of Christmas cheer by singing carols and collecting for local charities. After everyone had enjoyed a hot drink and some mince pies, the carol service was led by the Chaplaincy team all looking very seasonal in their Christmas jumpers and Santa hats. The festivities got underway with everyone singing ‘O come all ye Faithful’ with music provided
£121 Million Investment into future Submarines supports 250 Jobs
Two contracts, worth collectively over £100 million, have been awarded to Babcock to support the development of the UK’s future nuclear deterrent. Contracts awarded to Babcock for in-service support expertise and weapon handling. Supporting 250 jobs across the UK Will support development of the new Dreadnought Class submarines. Two contracts, worth collectively over £100 million, have been awarded to Babcock to support the development of the UK’s future nuclear deterrent. The first, worth £66 million, has been awarded to
Inaugural meeting of the East of Scotland Submariners Association
The first face to face meeting of the newest branch of the Submarine Association has taken place. The branch has been formerly named the East of Scotland Branch and the meeting took place at the WOs & SRs Mess of HMS CALEDONIA on Fri 1 Dec 23. 13 personnel attended (12 in attendance and 1 remotely via Skype). 6 bottles of Rum have been kindly donated by Steve Dingley who is the International Brand Manager at PUSSERS RUM with
Introduction of Non-Religious Pastoral Officers for Armed Forces
The Ministry of Defence has introduced Armed Forces Non-Religious Pastoral Officers (NRPO) to further bolster the support given to our Armed Forces. As testament to the value that pastoral support brings Service Personnel, the Ministry of Defence has introduced Armed Forces Non-Religious Pastoral Officers (NRPO) to further bolster the support given to our Armed Forces. The Armed Forces chaplaincies have been providing pastoral support and moral and spiritual guidance for over a century, with chaplains being an important source of
102 years young!
Michael Tibbs OBE visited the RN Submarine Museum with many members of his family on Saturday 25 November to celebrate his 102nd birthday. Mike served in submarines during WW@ and was First Lieutenant of HMS Tantalus on the far East by the end of the war. A long time supporter of Friends of the RN Submarine Museum, he read the prayer for veterans at the dedication of The Submariner Memorial at the National Memorial arboretum last year. For more
