HMS SUTHERLAND

Launched in 1996 and the 13th of 16 Type 23 frigates. The best @RoyalNavy Frigate 2020, known as the #FightingClan; our motto is WITHOUT FEAR.

[HMS SUTHERLAND @HMSSutherland]

EVACUATION IN PROGRESS

The #fightingclan conducted a Non-Combatant Evacuation exercise today. Ship's Company swiftly accounted for, medically treated and provided sustained care for 70 people, a key enabler for future operations.

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⚓️ BZ to PO Lozovik, PO Kisna & LET Harris, presented with Engineering Excellence Challenge Coins by Capt E during a visit to @HMSSutherland Recognising the dedication, professionalism & hard work of our engineers keeping the Fleet ready! 👏 #aWEsoME #PowerToCommand

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CLAN CONTINUES

The #fightingclan continued preparations last week, demonstrating flexibility in training to support AW139 trials, Air Defence Exercises, Boarding Team training, Thursday War and a visit from the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme

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FLIGHT AND FIGHT

The #fightingclan showed her adaptability during OST this week during a series of deck landings, working with @FOST new AgustaWestland 139 helicopter

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Following a visit to Devonport, INS Trishul conducted a series of bilateral exercises with Fleet Operational Standards and Training (FOST) in the South Coast exercise areas this week.

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The #fightingclan continues her Operational Sea Training this week within Exercise KONKAN 26. Working closely with Indian ship INS Trishul, FGS Hessen and HNoMS Otto Sverdrup, today included crossdeck landing of an Allouette III from INS Trishul

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LEADING, FIGHTING, WINNING!

The #fightingclan commenced Operational Sea Training this week, conducting multiple warfare exercises, a simulated "Thursday War" and concluded today with a major machinery space fire. A great first sea week!

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READY FOR CHARGE

Congratulations to Ben our #fightingclan Communication and Information Systems Engineer Officer on his successful completion of Weapon Charge Qualification examination. A key career milestone! BZ! ⚓️👏

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AUTOMATED FOR FUTURE!

More from #thefightingclan post-maintenance period trials. Heavy Machine Gun success followed by Sea Acceptance Trials on re-fitted 30mm Automated Small Calibre Gun system

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@Jacob_The_Pilot @pandocruises @RAFBF @itvcalendar @GMB @LeedsNews @yorkshirepost @YorkshireProse @SkyNews @benshephard @susannareid100 @reallorraine @RobbieRinder Well done Jacob ⚓️👏

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@Rockhoppas @HMNBDevonport Great photos Kevin 👍⚓️

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HEAVY METAL!

#thefightingclan returned to sea this week for post-maintenance trials, starting with Heavy Machine Gun

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CLAN CONNECTING FAMILIES

After 3 months away, #thefightingclan returned to Devonport and celebrated by hosting over 250 people on board for Families Day. We thank all of those people for the support they have and continue to provide our Ship's Company.

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@HMSDuncan @RoyalNavy @RFATidespring @NATO @COMUKCSG Simply the best by Tina Turner!

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MOMENT OF REFLECTION

The #FightingClan sitting in the serene surroundings of Loch Goil as trials continue towards readiness for operations

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GENERATING MOMENTUM!

The #fightingclan has been busy at sea in the last 2 weeks, continuing essential capability trials for operations with successful firing of the 4.5 Mk8 gun and ceremonial saluting guns

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The #RoyalNavy led the interdiction of a shadow fleet tanker in the Channel, with @HMSSutherland and @HMSLedbury on task as @RoyalMarines boarded via helicopter.

@hms_tyne and @hms_mersey were also on duty as they intercepted a Russian frigate.

➡️https://t.co/bP4Ag0bIxV

[First Sea Lord Sir Gwyn Jenkins @GenGJenkinsRM]

Overnight, Royal Marines Commandos of the @RoyalNavy were involved in the interception of a shadow fleet vessel. They were supported by @HMSSutherland, @HMSLedbury and the Maritime Air Group.

Mission success thanks to the skills, bravery and professionalism of our people.

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BACK AT SEA

After a recent port visit in Lisbon, the #FightingClan have been back at sea continuing regeneration trials, including final trials of the Magazine Torpedo Launching System.

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