Recent tweets of interest
10 Mar 2023 - Click on the linked dates to see all associated photos and videos.
Royal Navy
23 Feb 2023 - “The final of six new boats to improve support to Royal Navy divers has been delivered. Replacing outdated vessels, the 15m Vahana boats provide improved speed, operational range and navigation equipment – all vital to diving operations.”
Royal Navy Technology and Innovation
14 Feb 2023 - “An autonomous mine hunting boat has joined Royal Navy units in the Middle East. RNMB Harrier can work autonomously or remote-controlled from a ship or shore-based centre and will be carrying out trials on how to operate in the demanding weather conditions of the Gulf (1/3)”
14 Feb 2023 - “The Atlas remote-controlled minesweeper boat will work with host ship RFA CARDIGAN BAY to conduct a series of trials. She tows a side-scan sonar to look for mines on the seabed, alerting units ashore or at sea of their whereabouts (2/3)”
14 Feb 2023 - “Harrier's arrival in the Gulf is an important step towards autonomous mine-hunting operations. She is part of the ten-year programme for replacing the Navy's current fleet of MCMVs and her time in the region will lay the foundation for future autonomous kit (3/3).”
COMUKMCMFOR (Commander UK Mine Countermeasures Force in Bahrain)
9 Mar 2023 - ”Ahead of IMX 23 the international Mine Warriors got acquainted with some football (not soccer) and volleyball. A great way to integrate with our international partners and allies before one of the biggest maritime exercises of the year.”
8 Mar 2023 - “Today is International Women’s Day and we’re celebrating the achievements and contributions of women across the Royal Navy.
The Royal Navy continues to change to improve the experience of women working in defence.
Which women have inspired you?”
5 Mar 2023 - “Thanks very much to Aston Martin F1 for kindly showing us around their paddock during pre-season testing. Best of luck for today!”
1 Mar 2023 - “The Royal Navy's newest mine-hunting system and its specialist team of operators have moved onto RFA CARDIGAN BAY. Mine Warfare specialists will be embarked on the system as we trial this exciting new technology.”
24 Feb 2023 - “We stand together. We Stand With Ukraine.”
17 Feb 2023 - “During a defence engagement visit, Commander UKMCMF and CO RFA CARDIGAN BAY hosted their Saudi Arabian counterparts to discuss mine warfare cooperation within the Gulf. During this visit we gave a tour of RFA CARDIGAN BAY to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Naval Academy.”
11 Feb 2023 - “The globally deployable Diving and Threat Exploitation Group arrived in Saudi Arabia to support of RFA CARDIGAN BAY. Their unique skillset enables MCM operations to be delivered safely and anywhere in the world.”
COMSNMCMG1 (Commander Standing NATO MCM Group 1)
10 Mar 2023 - “Ex Joint WARRIOR provides NATO allies and partner nations with a complex environment where they can train together, honing tactics and skills. This week SNMCMG1 hosted a boarding exercise for the Norwegian Coastal Rangers, giving them a unique platform for practicing exactly that.”
8 Mar 2023 - “Happy International Womens Day 2023! Our different generations, backgrounds and cultures make us unique and more resilient. Today we reaffirm our commitment to defend what binds us together! We are Stronger Together.”
7 Mar 2023 - “SNMCMG1 has arrived in the northern parts of Norway and is ready to take part in the combined exercises JOINT WARRIOR and JOINT VIKING. Above the Arctic Circle there is no sign of spring yet, and the winter clad landscape gave the divers a fresh start on the first day.”
Commander SNMCMG2 (Commander Standing NATO MCM Group 2)
10 Mar 2023 - “After a two-month deployment TCG ENEZ from the Turkish Navy detached from the Group. COMSNMCMG thanks them for their participation, and wishes them fair winds and following seas.”
8 Mar 2023 - “Celebrating International Women's Day to all women who strengthen NATO with their achievements.”
6 Mar 2023 - “SNMCMG2 composed of Flagship TCG YZB.GÜNGÖR DURMUŞ, TCG ENEZ, ITS NUMANA, HNLMS MAKKUM and ESPS TAJO arrived in Souda Naval Base, Crete after a transit full of training that improved our readiness and interoperability.”
6 Mar 2023 - “Our new unit ESPS TAJO from the Spanish Navy has joined SNMCMG2 en route to Souda. During a port visit, Commander of SNMCMG2 welcomed them to the Group.”
2 Mar 2023 - “SNMCMG2 Flagship TCG YZB.GÜNGÖR DURMUŞ conducted exercises with USS GEORGE H.W.BUSH and USS LEYTE GULF that maintained our readiness and improved the interoperability among NATO Units.”
23 Feb 2023 - “SNMCMG2 units conducted exercises with ESPS BLAS DE LEZO from the Spanish Navy that enhanced our interoperability and maintained our high readiness level.”
22 Feb 2023 - “HNLMS MAKKUM from the Royal Netherlands Navy joined SNMCMG2 and with her capabilities she will add value to the Group. COMSNMCMG2 visited HNLMS MAKKUM and welcomed them to the Group.”
17 Feb 2023 - “After Dubrovnik port visit, SNMCMG2 units conducted various exercises with CETINA-81 and KORCULA-51 from the Croatian Navy including MCM and Joint Diving Operations. We keep enhancing our collaboration with Allies and improving our interoperability.”
HMS BANGOR (MCM1 Crew 4)
28 Feb 2023 - “Congratulations to our Leading Chef Jack New, presented with his 2nd good conduct badge whilst alongside in Abu Dhabi. The galley is the beating heart of the ship, full stomachs make for strong, happy sailors. BZ!”
24 Feb 2023 - “We stand together. Stand With Ukraine.”
24 Feb 2013 - “We will pause at 11:00 GMT today in tribute to the people of Ukraine, who continue their courageous fight for freedom a year on from Russia’s full-scale invasion.”
23 Feb 2023 - “We have been supporting UK trade and investment this week at the Navel Defence Exhibition in the UAE.”
22 Feb 2023 - “Handover Complete! Crew 4 and Lt Cdr C Chew RN have taken over HMS BANGOR from Crew 2.
We're looking forward to our time in theatre, doing our part in support of OP KIPION.”
HMS BROCKLESBY (MCM2 Crew 1)
21 Feb 2023 - “The “Batman” relays information from our Ops Room to direct our Clearance Divers onto a target whilst on task in Plymouth. No affinity to nocturnal flying mammals required.”
17 Feb 2023 - “Some of the amazing photos from our National Tasking in Plymouth Sound in support of homeland defence. Thanks for our support at home and on task!”
13 Feb 2023 - “Officer of the Watch manoeuvres with our MCM1 shipmates HMS PENZANCE in station!”
13 Feb 2023 - “Our Sailor of the Month for January goes to AB Diver Marner for his excellent work supporting dive store maintenance and whole ship wider awareness.”
HMS CHIDDINGFOLD (MCM2 Crew 2)
24 Feb 2023 - “We stand together. Stand With Ukraine.”
HMS HURWORTH (MCM2 Crew 6)
8 Mar 2023 - “A simultaneous sunset and moon rise yesterday evening on the Clyde. Ex JOINT WARRIOR continues for HMS HURWORTH.”
6 Mar 2023 - “HURWORTH finished OST [Operational Sea Training] with a bang last week. After a challenging 5 weeks Crew 6 were given the seal of approval for frontline operations around the globe.”
27 Feb 2023 - “The Yeoman is back in the back of his cupboard which must mean after a successful Mine Warfare phase it’s time for Final Inspection Week!”
19 Feb 2023 - “HURWORTH dwarfed by some spectacular Scottish scenery.”
HMS LEDBURY (MCM2 Crew 3)
10 Mar 2023 - “This week, Crew 3 have been hard at work helping the local community by creating a space for children at Lee-On-The-Solent primary school. The children now have access to 3 new raised ponds and a nature walk way in support of their education and play.”
20 Feb 2023 - “The Warfare department have made the most of the fantastic facilities at HMS RALEIGH last week - undertaking training in our (sadly retired) sister Ship HMS BRECON (M29).”
HMS MIDDLETON (MCM2 Crew 4)
8 Mar 2023 - “Great to host so many international women this International Womens Day for a networking event on our ship!”
24 Feb 2023 - “We stand together. Stand With Ukraine.”
HMS PEMBROKE (MCM1 Crew 5)
8 Mar 2023 - “Halò! Exercise JOINT WARRIOR is in full swing, and Crew 5 have been out finding mines! The exercise has kept minewarfare and diving teams busy, with great support from our engineers and chefs keeping us warm and well-fed in the icy Scottish winter!”
4 Mar 2023 - “"The safeguard rule is no longer in force!"
From safety of life to fires, floods, mine warfare and warfighting - Crew 5 have been put to the test during Operational Sea Training! Successfully achieved, next stop Task Group training in Ex JOINT WARRIOR.”
HMS PENZANCE (MCM1 Crew 1)
3 Mar 2023 - “An emotional day as Crew 8 haul down their flag in preparation for disbanding. The final MCM1 Crew 8 ever. Thank you to everyone who has supported the various Crew 8s over the last 17 years.”
3 Mar 2023 - “PO Diver McMillan is the COXN and beating heart of Crew 8 and was selected as best Sailor of Crew 8. He maintains the highest of standards in all he does and a role model to all. Well done!”
3 Mar 2023 - “Well done to Leading Diver Guest and ET(CIS) Mitchell for winning Sailor of the Month. Thank you to Cdre Malkin for presenting the awards.”
1 Mar 2023 - “A huge thank you to all of Crew 8 families and friends who came and saw us in Glasgow. We couldn't do the job without your support. We hope you enjoyed the ice cream. Thank you.”
28 Feb 2023 - “Really enjoyed having members of BAE on board whilst alongside in Glasgow. A chance for Crew 8 to demonstrate all our mine hunting capabilities.”
28 Feb 2023 - “Great weather for our transit into Glasgow.”
23 Feb 2023 - “Good morning Ardrossan and what a beautiful morning. Nice to see the CalMac Ferries’ ISLE OF ARRAN with Arran as a backdrop.”
22 Feb 2023 - “Always great seeing our sister ship HMS PEMBROKE. Best of luck for your operational sea training.”
20 Feb 2023 - “Crew 8 have had a great time in Belfast. It’s been brilliant to visit such a great city with great people.”
13 Feb 2023 - “A beautiful day in Falmouth Town UK. Crew 8 have had a great time and hope to be back soon.”
MTXG (Mine Threat Exploitation Group)
9 Mar 2023 - “Part of the challenge of operating with AUVs is finding them when they’ve completed their sub-surface tasking!”
8 Mar 2023 - “MTXG trialing a new AUV in a sunny Scotland supported by WILTON. What do you think of the pink?”
DTXG (Diving & Threat Exploitation Group - Former Fleet Diving Squadron)
24 Feb 2023 - “Well well well! It’s been a while since we posted! It’s been busy as per usual for Charlie Sqn over the last few months. Here’s some photos of what we’ve been up to!
1. ESDS Diving in SM ballast tank.
2. NSRS.
3. SM Diving, CRETE.
4. Mine on Deck!
