HMS Excellent

Proms organisers search for Atlantic veterans

Proms organisers search for Atlantic veterans

Proms organisers search for Atlantic veterans

Proms organisers search for Atlantic veterans

Proms organisers search for Atlantic veterans

Proms organisers search for Atlantic veterans

Chart Boost for South Copast Proms

Chart Boost for South Coast Proms

Chart Boost for South Copast Proms

Chart Boost for South Coast Proms

South Coast proms

South Coast Proms

Imperial Service Medal for Gosport woman

Ms Joan Parker (Pictured Right) was presented with an Imperial Service Medal by Liz Cassidy (Left), Director of Resourses, in recognition of 27 years service with the MOD.

Imperial Service Medal for Gosport woman

Ms Joan Parker with Imperial Service Medal.

Imperial Service Medal for Gosport woman

Ms Joan Parker with Imperial Service Medal.

Bristol’s back – and in a new berth in Portsmouth Harbour

HMS Bristol moves to a permanent new home. HMS Bristol returned home after being temporarily moored at the entrance to Portsmouth International Port. The new berth is off Whale Island only a few hundred yards from where she was previously moored for the last two decades. Despite it being a small change there will be a big impact on operations at Portsmouth International Port. Moving HMS Bristol has increased the turning circle available to longer vessels needing to berth, removing a problematic pinch point at the Port’s entrance. With ever longer ships now wanting to call at Portsmouth the work was a necessity. Portsmouth International Port has already seen the benefit of moving the much-loved warship. It recently enlarged Berth 2 to accommodate larger commercial vessels, and these can now enter and exit the Port with ease. HMS Bristol continues to provide a wide variety of training opportunities for service personnel, for example, medical staff exercise casualty evacuation routines, maritime security personnel practice board and search techniques, while marine engineers develop heavy machinery lifting and handling skills. Last year over 5,000 training days were achieved onboard HMS Bristol also provides accommodation for service personnel and youth organisations. For many service men and women Bristol provides a first experience of living within a ship environment and for the numerous young people that stay onboard, she provides an exciting and realistic insight into life at sea.

Bristol’s back – and in a new berth in Portsmouth Harbour

HMS Bristol moves to a permanent new home. HMS Bristol returned home after being temporarily moored at the entrance to Portsmouth International Port. The new berth is off Whale Island only a few hundred yards from where she was previously moored for the last two decades. Despite it being a small change there will be a big impact on operations at Portsmouth International Port. Moving HMS Bristol has increased the turning circle available to longer vessels needing to berth, removing a problematic pinch point at the Port’s entrance. With ever longer ships now wanting to call at Portsmouth the work was a necessity. Portsmouth International Port has already seen the benefit of moving the much-loved warship. It recently enlarged Berth 2 to accommodate larger commercial vessels, and these can now enter and exit the Port with ease. HMS Bristol continues to provide a wide variety of training opportunities for service personnel, for example, medical staff exercise casualty evacuation routines, maritime security personnel practice board and search techniques, while marine engineers develop heavy machinery lifting and handling skills. Last year over 5,000 training days were achieved onboard HMS Bristol also provides accommodation for service personnel and youth organisations. For many service men and women Bristol provides a first experience of living within a ship environment and for the numerous young people that stay onboard, she provides an exciting and realistic insight into life at sea.

HMS Bristol

HMS Bristol moves to a permanent new home. HMS Bristol returned home after being temporarily moored at the entrance to Portsmouth International Port. The new berth is off Whale Island only a few hundred yards from where she was previously moored for the last two decades. Despite it being a small change there will be a big impact on operations at Portsmouth International Port. Moving HMS Bristol has increased the turning circle available to longer vessels needing to berth, removing a problematic pinch point at the Port’s entrance. With ever longer ships now wanting to call at Portsmouth the work was a necessity. Portsmouth International Port has already seen the benefit of moving the much-loved warship. It recently enlarged Berth 2 to accommodate larger commercial vessels, and these can now enter and exit the Port with ease. HMS Bristol continues to provide a wide variety of training opportunities for service personnel, for example, medical staff exercise casualty evacuation routines, maritime security personnel practice board and search techniques, while marine engineers develop heavy machinery lifting and handling skills. Last year over 5,000 training days were achieved onboard HMS Bristol also provides accommodation for service personnel and youth organisations. For many service men and women Bristol provides a first experience of living within a ship environment and for the numerous young people that stay onboard, she provides an exciting and realistic insight into life at sea.

HMS Bristol

HMS Bristol moves to a permanent new home. HMS Bristol returned home after being temporarily moored at the entrance to Portsmouth International Port. The new berth is off Whale Island only a few hundred yards from where she was previously moored for the last two decades. Despite it being a small change there will be a big impact on operations at Portsmouth International Port. Moving HMS Bristol has increased the turning circle available to longer vessels needing to berth, removing a problematic pinch point at the Port’s entrance. With ever longer ships now wanting to call at Portsmouth the work was a necessity. Portsmouth International Port has already seen the benefit of moving the much-loved warship. It recently enlarged Berth 2 to accommodate larger commercial vessels, and these can now enter and exit the Port with ease. HMS Bristol continues to provide a wide variety of training opportunities for service personnel, for example, medical staff exercise casualty evacuation routines, maritime security personnel practice board and search techniques, while marine engineers develop heavy machinery lifting and handling skills. Last year over 5,000 training days were achieved onboard HMS Bristol also provides accommodation for service personnel and youth organisations. For many service men and women Bristol provides a first experience of living within a ship environment and for the numerous young people that stay onboard, she provides an exciting and realistic insight into life at sea.

Hackney Sailor Recieves Service Medal

On the 30th November 2012 a Long Service & Good Conduct medal was presented to Leading Hand CIS Alan Murrall by Rear Admiral Hudson in Leach Building, HMS Excellent.

Hackney Sailor Recieves Service Medal

On the 30th November 2012 a Long Service & Good Conduct medal was presented to Leading Hand CIS Alan Murrall by Rear Admiral Hudson in Leach Building, HMS Excellent.

Royal Navy Airman Awarded OBE

A former Royal Navy airman from Torquay has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List for his remarkable performance as an aviation safety advisor. Nick Dunn, 52, was a Commander in the Royal Navy before he left the Service on Christmas Day after coming to the end of his career.

Personnel Honoured With Fleet Commander Commendations

Admiral Zambellas KCB DSC presents a Commendation for exceptional service to First Officer Antony Day RFA

Personnel Honoured With Fleet Commander Commendations

Admiral Zambellas KCB DSC presents a Commendation for exceptional service to CPO(AET) Neil Copeland

Personnel Honoured With Fleet Commander Commendations

CPO(AET) Neil Copeland with his wife, Nicola

Personnel Honoured With Fleet Commander Commendations

Left to Right- Robyn Scriens, First Officer Anthony Day (RFA) and Carolyn Day

Navy trains for remembrance ceremonies

NOVEMBER CEREMONIES TRAINING AT HMS EXCELLENT - 7/11/12 Image shows November Ceremonies training at Whale Island. Today, 7th November, Parade Training took place at HMS Excellent's Parade Ground and around Whale Island in preparation for the November Ceremonies in London. Training will continue until the weekend when Ceremonies take place.

Navy trains for remembrance ceremonies

NOVEMBER CEREMONIES TRAINING AT HMS EXCELLENT - 7/11/12 Image shows November Ceremonies training at Whale Island. Today, 7th November, Parade Training took place at HMS Excellent's Parade Ground and around Whale Island in preparation for the November Ceremonies in London. Training will continue until the weekend when Ceremonies take place.

Navy trains for remembrance ceremonies

NOVEMBER CEREMONIES TRAINING AT HMS EXCELLENT - 7/11/12 Image shows November Ceremonies training at Whale Island. Today, 7th November, Parade Training took place at HMS Excellent's Parade Ground and around Whale Island in preparation for the November Ceremonies in London. Training will continue until the weekend when Ceremonies take place.

Navy trains for remembrance ceremonies

NOVEMBER CEREMONIES TRAINING AT HMS EXCELLENT - 7/11/12 Image shows November Ceremonies training at Whale Island. Today, 7th November, Parade Training took place at HMS Excellent's Parade Ground and around Whale Island in preparation for the November Ceremonies in London. Training will continue until the weekend when Ceremonies take place.

Navy trains for remembrance ceremonies

NOVEMBER CEREMONIES TRAINING AT HMS EXCELLENT - 7/11/12 Image shows a member of the November Ceremonies Guard at Whale Island. Today, 7th November, Parade Training took place at HMS Excellent's Parade Ground and around Whale Island in preparation for the November Ceremonies in London. Training will continue until the weekend when Ceremonies take place.

LORD MAYOR OF PORTSMOUTH WITNESSES DRIU TRAINING A former Portsmouth dockyard engineer, who is now The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, has visited the home of Royal Navy Command to reinforce community links. Councillor Frank Jonas arrived at Whale Island to look behind the scenes at the Royal Naval shore establishment HMS Excellent, which included a visit to the Phoenix facility to witness naval students being trained to fight fires and floods during high stress combat scenarios. He said: “To see this intense training at close quarters makes you realise what dangers our sailors face in the confines of a warship – a major fire or a significant flood can occur at any time at sea. “I was most impressed with the enthusiasm and professionalism of the teams working in frighteningly realistic situations and dealing with it.” The Lord Mayor then visited the Naval Military Training Element which prepares naval personnel for deployments around the world, including Afghanistan. He was given a demonstration of the SA80 rifle trainer which allows personnel to practice firing weapons in a controlled environment against a range of threats and scenarios. He then demonstrated he was no stranger to hitting a target at range with an impressive score. The tour completed with a look at the state gun carriage and an insight into the history of an establishment that taught naval gunnery for almost a hundred years. HMS Excellent’s Commanding Officer, Commander Paul Jones, said: “The strong links that exist between the Royal Navy and the people of Portsmouth are well known and highly visible – the support shown during Armed Forces Day and for the ships as they sail to or return from long deployments is indicative of the pride we share. “As the home of the Naval Headquarters and front line training facilities, HMS Excellent is closely involved in supporting current defence activity

LORD MAYOR OF PORTSMOUTH WITNESSES DRIU TRAINING A former Portsmouth dockyard engineer, who is now The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, has visited the home of Royal Navy Command to reinforce community links. Councillor Frank Jonas arrived at Whale Island to look behind the scenes at the Royal Naval shore establishment HMS Excellent, which included a visit to the Phoenix facility to witness naval students being trained to fight fires and floods during high stress combat scenarios. He said: “To see this intense training at close quarters makes you realise what dangers our sailors face in the confines of a warship – a major fire or a significant flood can occur at any time at sea. “I was most impressed with the enthusiasm and professionalism of the teams working in frighteningly realistic situations and dealing with it.” The Lord Mayor then visited the Naval Military Training Element which prepares naval personnel for deployments around the world, including Afghanistan. He was given a demonstration of the SA80 rifle trainer which allows personnel to practice firing weapons in a controlled environment against a range of threats and scenarios. He then demonstrated he was no stranger to hitting a target at range with an impressive score. The tour completed with a look at the state gun carriage and an insight into the history of an establishment that taught naval gunnery for almost a hundred years. HMS Excellent’s Commanding Officer, Commander Paul Jones, said: “The strong links that exist between the Royal Navy and the people of Portsmouth are well known and highly visible – the support shown during Armed Forces Day and for the ships as they sail to or return from long deployments is indicative of the pride we share. “As the home of the Naval Headquarters and front line training facilities, HMS Excellent is closely involved in supporting current defence activity

LORD MAYOR OF PORTSMOUTH WITNESSES DRIU TRAINING A former Portsmouth dockyard engineer, who is now The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, has visited the home of Royal Navy Command to reinforce community links. Councillor Frank Jonas arrived at Whale Island to look behind the scenes at the Royal Naval shore establishment HMS Excellent, which included a visit to the Phoenix facility to witness naval students being trained to fight fires and floods during high stress combat scenarios. He said: “To see this intense training at close quarters makes you realise what dangers our sailors face in the confines of a warship – a major fire or a significant flood can occur at any time at sea. “I was most impressed with the enthusiasm and professionalism of the teams working in frighteningly realistic situations and dealing with it.” The Lord Mayor then visited the Naval Military Training Element which prepares naval personnel for deployments around the world, including Afghanistan. He was given a demonstration of the SA80 rifle trainer which allows personnel to practice firing weapons in a controlled environment against a range of threats and scenarios. He then demonstrated he was no stranger to hitting a target at range with an impressive score. The tour completed with a look at the state gun carriage and an insight into the history of an establishment that taught naval gunnery for almost a hundred years. HMS Excellent’s Commanding Officer, Commander Paul Jones, said: “The strong links that exist between the Royal Navy and the people of Portsmouth are well known and highly visible – the support shown during Armed Forces Day and for the ships as they sail to or return from long deployments is indicative of the pride we share. “As the home of the Naval Headquarters and front line training facilities, HMS Excellent is closely involved in supporting current defence activity

HMS Bristol at Whale Island

RN boost to local Cystic Fibrosis charity

A Portsmouth-based children’s charity got a much-needed boost to their funds today (July 25) when they made a visit to a Royal Navy shore establishment in the city. Naval shore establishments have a long tradition of supporting local charities and none more so than HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth. Commanding Officer of HMS Excellent, Commander Paul Jones, handed over £2,435 today bringing the grand total raised by the base over the last two years to over £6,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Kids of Portsmouth. Pictured here is Commander Paul Jones handing over a cheque to the Cystic Fibrosis Charity.

RN boost to local Cystic Fibrosis charity

A Portsmouth-based children’s charity got a much-needed boost to their funds today (July 25) when they made a visit to a Royal Navy shore establishment in the city. Naval shore establishments have a long tradition of supporting local charities and none more so than HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth. Commanding Officer of HMS Excellent, Commander Paul Jones, handed over £2,435 today bringing the grand total raised by the base over the last two years to over £6,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Kids of Portsmouth. Pictured here is Commander Paul Jones handing over a cheque to the RNRMC.

RN boost to local Cystic Fibrosis charity

A Portsmouth-based children’s charity got a much-needed boost to their funds today (July 25) when they made a visit to a Royal Navy shore establishment in the city. Naval shore establishments have a long tradition of supporting local charities and none more so than HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth. Commanding Officer of HMS Excellent, Commander Paul Jones, handed over £2,435 today bringing the grand total raised by the base over the last two years to over £6,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Kids of Portsmouth. Pictured here is Isabelle Seaton who is 4 years old who suffers from Cystic Fibrosis and has benefited from charity work. Child consent form is held at FRPU(E)

Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

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Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

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Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

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Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

Charity run at NCHQ, Whale Island

Falklands Veteran opens Sea Survival Centre

Falklands Veteran opens Sea Survival Centre

Falklands Veteran opens Sea Survival Centre

Falklands Veteran opens Sea Survival Centre

Falklands Veteran opens Sea Survival Centre

PO (Diver) Tim 'Sid' Lawrence