Rich Purdy

[Royal Navy Engineering @RN_engineers]

Fantastic day @DefAcUk for the Naval Engineering Forum ⚓️ Brilliant speakers, inspiring discussions, and all flavours of engineers in one room tackling the future together.
Congratulations to all the winners of the CNEOs Awards 👏 Well deserved recognition!
#AWEsoME @RNRMC

[First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff @GenGJenkinsRM]

Immensely proud of @hmsoardacious on completing their Atlantic crossing in the World's Toughest Row.

They continue an extraordinary legacy, raising vital funds for the @RNRMC, supporting mental health and wellbeing for our people and their families.

BZ to a remarkable team.

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

Thank you to all our women across the @RoyalNavy & @DefenceEng in and out of engineering roles who use their knowledge, skills & experience to solve problems - today is your day #INWED2025. @womeninengineer

[HMS Sultan @HMSsultan]

Today on #INWED2025, HMS Sultan celebrates our remarkable women engineers who keep the @RoyalNavy operational worldwide. From ships to submarines and aircraft, #TogetherWeEngineer excellence at every level.
#AwEsoME #WomenInEngineering @INWED1919

[RNAS Culdrose @RNASCuldrose]

Fancy a career in the @RoyalNavy? Watch Leading Air Engineering Technician 'Bomber' Brown's typical day. This video was produced for gaming website IGN (which is why he talks about gaming) but it gives you a wonderful insight into our world for #NAW2025 #apprenticeship #820NAS

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

Thank you & BZ Dave, and a huge welcome & congratulations Megan! Looking forward to catching up soon. @RN_engineers @RAF_Cosford @DefenceEng #AwEsome

[HMS Sultan @HMSsultan]

Cdr Dave Bartlett has handed over Command of the Royal Naval Air Engineering and Survival Equipment School (RNAESS) to new Officer Commanding, Cdr Megan Ashton.
The Daedalus Sword (seen below) belonged to a former CO of HMS Daedalus, the previous home of AE Training.
#AwEsome

[HMS Prince of Wales @HMSPWLS]

Fighting Fit... a range of activities onboard to mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, building a resilient mindset ahead of operations.

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we recognise the challenges faced by our sailors & marines, balancing demanding professional duties with personal lives. Prioritising mental wellbeing is crucial in the @RoyalNavy we’re strongest when we support each other. Reach out. #OneNavy

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

@ryan__6285 @RNRaceDiversity @RoyalNavyPolice @HMSQNLZ Thank you, and all those that supported this event! Awesome! #OneNavy @RoyalNavy

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

This is how it started for me… thereafter under & postgraduate qualifications fully sponsored, experience with helicopters, jets, ships, and latterly exploiting a systems approach to our People challenge. Life of an Engineer is varied & for everyone to find their path!🛠️⚓️🚁✈️👍

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

@ForcesReviewUK Thank you very much, as Deputy Director People Change within Navy. Great opportunity to improve ‘the offer’ for our People - ensuring what the @RoyalNavy does is recognised, valued and rewarded.

[UK Defence in India🇬🇧🇮🇳 @UKDefenceIndia]

Students of the Royal College of Defence Studies (RCDS) concluded an enriching visit of 🇮🇳, where they got valuable insight into the country’s hard and soft power capabilities and ambitions. We are thankful to our hosts @HQ_IDS_India in making this a successful visit. @ComdtRCDS

[Sir George Norton @ComdtRCDS]

Our South-East Asia Study Tour have continued their journey to Thailand, visiting Parliament and engaging with Ministers to discuss the challenges and opportunities that Thailand faces. @ukinthailand @ukdefence_th @DefAcUK #RCDS2024

[Sir George Norton @ComdtRCDS]

Our #India & SE Asia Study Tour completed its initial phase in India, laying a wreath at the Indian War Memorial. Pursuing our strategic study of India, we look forward to different perspectives in Mumbai. #RCDS #thinkingdifferently #understandingperspectives @DefAcUK @UKinIndia

[Sir George Norton @ComdtRCDS]

Many thanks to @lindy_cameron who hosted me and our South & South East Asia study tour, sharing her early insights as our British High Commissioner-designate to India. #RCDS2024 @DefAcUK @UKinIndia

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

@pont_sally @safelives_ @CollegeofPolice Great work @pont_sally, thank you. I’m interested to work with you to broaden awareness and support all our people across the @RoyalNavy.

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

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[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

To our Service People, regardless of Service, this is your chance to have your say, please support. 🙏

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

Thank you to all our Service Women and Women supporting the @RoyalNavy and @DefenceHQ. In particular thank you to all our #STEM based women - who continue to drive greater inclusivity and innovation!🫡🙏👍#InternationalWomensDay2024 @STEMLearningUK @STEMAmbassadors
@RN_engineers

[Royal Navy @RoyalNavy]

The #RoyalNavy and @USNavy invited serving female personnel to give their opinions on how technology can help them overcome challenges they face while serving. The informal session was held by the #LondonTechBridge for #InternationalWomensDay
🔗https://t.co/OYAW2e9tLY

[Rear Admiral Jude Terry @RAdmJudeTerry]

There’s been a lot of conjecture about the New Accommodation Offer. It’s a real step change in how we look after everyone equitably. Here’s some of the detail 👀

[Rich Purdy @RichPurdyRN]

Happy International Day of #womenandgirlsinscience. Also an opportunity to say thank you to our fabulous @RN_engineers for everything you do! 🔧 💻 🛳️ 🚁 ⚓️ 👍

[Royal Navy @RoyalNavy]

Megan is completing a Level 3 Standard Engineering Technician – Maritime Electrical Fitter @Apprenticeships.

She said: "Moving forward, I will be able to enroll into higher levels of education and gain further engineering qualifications.”

#SkillsForLife