HMS St Albans

News & updates from HMS St Albans - the last of the @RoyalNavy's Type 23 frigates to be built.

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A good day to come home.
4 Months…26,500nm…but today is all about our loved ones.

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Two weeks of intensive FOST training complete. The crew of HMS ST ALBANS have been tested across a range of demanding scenarios, sharpening their skills and teamwork to ensure they're ready to respond to any incident. Professionalism, resilience, and readiness at sea.

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Congratulations to Lt Cdr De La Mare, WO2 Tossell, CPO Rudd and LS(WS) Stevenson, who were presented with their Wider Service Medals by Capt Hucker RN. Special congratulations to Lt Cdr De la Mare on the award of a Bar and to LS(WS) Stevenson on the award of the 1st and 2nd Bars.

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Congratulations to Lt Locke RN who was presented with their General Service Medal with Gulf of Aden Clasp by Capt Hucker RN. Presented in recognition of his operational service and dedication in the service of the Royal Navy. A well-deserved recognition of his contribution.

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To the dads who serve, and the dads we serve for. Happy Father's Day ⚓ Whether on ship, shore, or back home with your family, we salute the strength, love and sacrifice of fathers everywhere. Thank you for everything you give, every day from HMS ST ALBANS #fathersday

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HMS St Albans is hard at work conducting an intensive week of training as she regenerates ahead of her next Op CETO deployment. Here she is conducting seamanship evolutions during boat transfers in Plymouth Sound.
Readying for the challenges ahead. ⚓️ #HMSStAlbans #RoyalNavy

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Congratulations to Lt H G Locke RN on successfully completing their WCQ during an extremely busy and challenging period regenerating HMS ST ALBANS . A great achievement and a testament to your hard work and dedication— BZ....well done!

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Devonport based HMS ST ALBANS welcomes Cdr Oli Ayers RN as their new Commanding Officer as the ship continues it's regeneration and preparations for its next OP CETO and bids Cdr Matthew Teare RN Fair Winds and following Seas
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Congratulations to Lt C O’Farrell RN and Lt D Pugh RN on successfully completing their WCQ and BWQ respectively. A great achievement and a testament to your hard work and dedication—well done both!

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HMS ST ALBANS has successfully conducted an MTLS and Merlin TVT launch, showcasing precision, coordination, and operational readiness at sea. Demonstrating the ability to integrate weapon systems and aviation assets seamlessly.
#RoyalNavy #HMSStAlbans #MaritimePower #814NAS

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Night operations in full flow 🌙🚁
An 814 NAS Merlin helicopter from HMS St ALBANS conducts M3M gunnery training under the cover of darkness. Precision, coordination, and readiness are what keep these crews sharp — day or night.
#RoyalNavy #814NAS #MilitaryAviation

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Hermes Flt, 814 NAS has been conducting trials with the PUMA AE aboard HMS St Albans-pushing the limits of uncrewed aviation at sea. The PUMA system enhances surveillance, reconnaissance, and force protection capabilities while reducing risk to personnel.
#814NAS #RoyalNavy #RPAS

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HMS St ALBANS was proud to welcome visitors onboard in Hamburg 🇩🇪⚓
From meeting the ship’s company to exploring life at sea, it was a great opportunity to open our doors and strengthen connections with the local community.
#HMSStAlbans #RoyalNavy #Hamburg #ShipsOpen

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Sailors from HMS St ALBANS took to the track in Hamburg this weekend, swapping sea legs for running shoes as they smashed a 5K parkrun 🇩🇪🏃‍♂️💪
Fitness, teamwork, and representing the UK wherever we go.
#HMSStAlbans #Parkrun #RoyalNavy #Hamburg

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🇬🇧⚓ HMS St ALBANS has arrived in Hamburg, strengthening ties with partners and showcasing the Royal Navy on the world stage. We are excited to visit the City and engage with the local community during our time alongside. See you soon, Hamburg! 🇩🇪🤝

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Huge congratulations to CPO ET(WE) Tossell on being selected for WO2 on today’s signal. A well-deserved achievement that reflects outstanding professionalism, commitment, and leadership. Wishing you every success in the next chapter of your career. Bravo Zulu 👏

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HMS ST ALBANS conducted a gunnery training day, firing MCG, GPMG and HMG to maintain sharp skills and operational effectiveness. Constant training ensures readiness to meet today’s maritime threats. ⚓️💥

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⚓ HMS St Albans is looking forward to her visit to Aberdeen this week 🇬🇧
We’re excited to visit the Granite City and engage with the local community during our time alongside. See you soon, Aberdeen! 👋
#HMSStAlbans #RoyalNavy #Aberdeen #NavalVisit #814NAS

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🎉⚓️Happy New Year from HMS ST ALBANS⚓️🎉

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We send our thanks to the #CityofTromsø for the welcome extended during our visit over the Christmas period. It was an honour to spend this significant time of year in Tromsø, and look forward to the possibility of returning to Tromsø in the future. #Tromsø #Norway