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BAE Systems Maritime
2 years
We have been awarded Β£4.2bn by the Ministry of Defence to manufacture the next five City Class Type 26 frigates for the @RoyalNavy , securing 4,000 UK jobs and work at our Glasgow facilities into the 2030s. @DefenceHQ
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
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Today we have delivered the fifth Astute class submarine to the @RoyalNavy Heading out on sea trials prior to joining the fleet, HMS Anson is the most advanced and capable attack submarine ever built in the UK.
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@BAES_Maritime
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HMS Glasgow is in the water! Seeing the First of Class Type 26 in the water for the very first time is an amazing sight and a brilliant moment for everyone across the Type 26 programme who’s worked so hard to reach this milestone. @RoyalNavy @DefenceHQ
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BAE Systems Maritime
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A great moment for teams delivering the Dreadnought programme at our Submarines business in Cumbria. The first pressure hull unit for Boat 1 has been transported to the Devonshire Dock Hall in Barrow for outfitting before being integrated into the finished submarine.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Getting HMS Glasgow, the first Type 26, ready to enter the water. A big moment and exciting times for the thousands of people across @BAESystemsplc , our customer @DefenceHQ and suppliers who've worked hard to ready her for this important milestone.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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In a busy period for #HMSGLASGOW , our teams have brought the aft and forward blocks together. For the first time the full size, scale and the elegant lines of HMS GLASGOW are out in the open. #Glasgow #Type26 @RoyalNavy
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BAE Systems Maritime
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HMS Audacious, the fourth of seven Astute-class attack submarines departed our Barrow yard today to embark on her inaugural journey to HMNB Clyde. We are proud of our role delivering this important capability to the @RoyalNavy #ProudToSupport #InThisTogether
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The final piece of what will form HMS Agincourt, one of seven 7,400 tonne, 97 metre-long attack submarines being designed and built for the Royal Navy is carefully guided through the streets of Barrow. #Astute #Cumbria #technology
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The forward end of HMS Cardiff, the second Type 26 City Class frigate, has emerged from our build hall in Govan for the first time 🚒 The programme will deliver the most advanced anti-submarine warfare capability available to the @RoyalNavy . Read more πŸ‘‰
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BAE Systems Maritime
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#HMSGLASGOW , the first City Class Type 26 frigate for the @RoyalNavy is currently being constructed in #Glasgow . The ship is built in two sections which are both taking shape at our facilities on the #Clyde . Here’s your first look at the forward section of HMS GLASGOW. #26on26
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BAE Systems Maritime
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And there we have it! @HMSQNLZ joins @HMSPWLS in #Portsmouth for the first time. It has been two years since she debuted here in @HMNBPortsmouth but our excitement and pride remains the same every time you return #proudtosupport
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Just landed! The composite mast for HMS Glasgow, First in Class, Type 26 currently being constructed in our UK Shipyards for @RoyalNavy has just arrived in our yards from our Norwegian specialist supplier @UmoeMandal . #HMSGLASGOW , #Type26 , #GlobalCombatShip , #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Welcome to @HMNBPortsmouth @HMSPWLS ! We are proud to be working with our industry partners and the @RoyalNavy to support you and your crew #proudtosupport #portsmouthisready #CarrierTakeTwo
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The latest submarine in the most advanced class ever built for the @RoyalNavy prepares for launch #AudaciousLaunch #Barrow
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BAE Systems Maritime
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. @DefenceHQ has announced Β£2bn of funding for the next stage of Dreadnought, in build at our shipyard in Barrow. It’s great news for everyone working on these world-class submarines, from the apprentices learning their trade to the thousands of people across the UK supply chain.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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It's an incredible sight as @HMSQnlz leaves Princess Royal Jetty for the first time #QNLZatsea
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Welcome to Scotstoun, HMS Glasgow! Having successfully entered the water last night, HMS Glasgow is now safely at our shipyard in Scotstoun, Glasgow, where we’ll complete her outfit before starting test and commissioning. @RoyalNavy @DefenceHQ
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The collective pride and talent of our teams across the UK helped us reach an important moment on Friday - the roll out of the forward block of #HMSGLASGOW , built for @RoyalNavy . #Type26 #GlobalCombatShip #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Rare picture of the fifth Astute-class submarine being built in Barrow, Cumbria. She is being officially named this week. See the event on our website #Anson #Barrow #Submarines . @BrilliantBarrow @RoyalNavy @cumbrialep
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BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
Our latest Astute-class submarine has been rolled out in public for the first time. See for footage of the launch at Barrow shipyard. Anson is due to undergo @RoyalNavy sea trials next year. @simonfell @SamPlum4
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The sun shines on Audacious, the fourth Astute class submarine, as she emerges from the Devonshire Dock Hall #AudaciousLaunch #Barrow
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BAE Systems Maritime
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HMS Glasgow is on the move! She is now heading down river to enter the water for the first time before returning to Glasgow to our Scotstoun yard for further outfitting and test and commissioning. A momentous occasion for this First of Class Type 26.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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How do you get from a steel block to the nation's largest ever warship? You're invited to a behind-the-scenes look at @HMSQnlz - from the beginning of her build through to commissioning. The first of a three-part documentary will air on BBC2 at 8pm, April 15.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The longest 'mega-unit' so far for Dreadnought Boat 1 has been moved into Devonshire Dock Hall in Barrow. Our site on the edge of the Lake District is the home of UK submarine building. Visit for information about careers.
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
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What a difference a year makes. In 2022 we’re firmly committed to our progress across #HMSGlasgow , #HMSCardiff and #HMSBelfast for @RoyalNavy . Not just this month, or year. For decades to come. #Type26
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The stern block of HMS Cardiff, Second in Class, Type 26 made the short and controlled move round to meet the aft section this week. A significant milestone in readiness for roll out onto our hardstand in Glasgow later in the year. Well done teams! #26on26 #Type26
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Weighing over 150 tonnes the latest piece of one of the UK's newest submarines is carefully transported along the road by the Barrow shipyard. Construction work on a new fleet of submarines for the @RoyalNavy continues #barrow #Cumbria @neil_in_barrow @SamPlum4 @cumbrialep
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BAE Systems Maritime
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We've been awarded a 10 year contract worth Β£270 million to support @RoyalNavy 's three main radar systems: Artisan; Sampson; and Long Range Radar (LRR) #ProudToSupport
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BAE Systems Maritime
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#HMSGLASGOW , the first City Class Type 26 frigate built for @RoyalNavy rolls out into the open for the first time. Watch our short film here. #Glasgow # Type 26
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BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
First in Class, Type 26 HMS Glasgow hit two big milestones this week in our UK shipyard with her funnel and composite mast successfully lifted into place, changing the city skyline once again πŸš’πŸ‘ #Type26 #GlobalCombatShip #Teamwork
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Today marks the 50thΒ anniversary of the 1st patrol by a UK deterrent submarine, the Barrow-built HMS Resolution. Now to deliver the next generation… #Dreadnought
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BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
Great to see HMS Audacious commissioned into the Royal Navy today. Built with pride in Barrow!
@NavyLookout
Navy Lookout
3 years
HMS Audacious commissioned in Faslane today.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Ready to roll. The aft block of #HMSGLASGOW , the first City Class #Type26 for @RoyalNavy is being readied for roll-out at our #Glasgow ship yard. Stay tuned!
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Work has started building our huge new ship build hall that will transform and enhance shipbuilding in Glasgow. 🚒 At 170m long and 80m wide, the facility will be large enough for two Type 26 frigates to be built side-by-side on the Govan site.
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BAE Systems Maritime
4 years
Every aspect of #HMSGLASGOW is digitally designed before we enter production. Here’s a digital overlay on the forward block to give you an idea how she will look. #HMSGLASGOW continues to take shape. #26on26 #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
5 years
A proud day as SPEY, the last of the five River Class OPVs is revealed for the first time before she enters the water in the coming days. #SPEYOPV #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
2 years
Great to see Barrow-built HMS Ambush on duty in Norway. We're proud to be delivering for our Royal Navy.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Today we were very proud to host the commissioning ceremony for HMS Anson, the fifth Astute class submarine built for the @RoyalNavy at our Barrow-in-Furness shipyard.
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BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
Glasgow's skyline has changed. #OPVTAMAR out in the open for the first time.
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BAE Systems Maritime
7 years
There she goes. We look forward to welcoming back the @RoyalNavy 's flagship to her home port after completing the next phase of her sea trials #QNLZatsea
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BAE Systems Maritime
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πŸŽ₯ Capturing the moment HMS Anson transited through the dock system at our Barrow site before heading out to open water for the first time. If you want a role working on the next generation of nuclear powered submarines for @RoyalNavy , check out πŸ‘‡
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Working with our supplier @Malingroup , our teams across the Clyde are readying HMS Glasgow to roll on to her awaiting barge and enter the water for the first time later this year. It’s getting exciting around here! #BargeTests #GlobalCombatShip #historymakers
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BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
A proud week with #OPVTAMAR entering the water for the first time in #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
8 years
Notice anything new outside our Govan facility in Glasgow? HMS FORTH revealed.
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BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
50 years ago today Barrow-built HMS Dreadnought became the first @RoyalNavy nuclear submarine to reach the North Pole. These incredible pictures were taken at the time. #BarrowShipyard150 #Submarine
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BAE Systems Maritime
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When two become one 🚒 Last week the two main sections of HMS Cardiff, the second Type 26 frigate came together as one on the hardstand at our Govan site. This is a huge milestone in delivering the most advanced anti-submarine warfare capability available to the @RoyalNavy
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BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
Our fourth Astute class submarine, Audacious, has completed her first ever dive at our site in Barrow-in-Furness. Watch as the 7,400 tonne, 97-metre long attack submarine submerges beneath the water. Find out more at
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BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
In a first for a @RoyalNavy submarine, Dreadnought will have a dedicated classroom. Learn more about the Dreadnought class:
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BAE Systems Maritime
2 years
In the shadow of HMS Glasgow, a peek at HMS Cardiff forward block taking shape - building in all our experience from first in class with each successive ship for @RoyalNavy #HistoryMakers #26on26
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The accommodation unit from the new Dreadnought submarine is seen here being moved across BAE Systems Submarines site in Barrow, where it is being constructed. It is the first unit of Dreadnought’s forward end to be moved into the new Central Yard Facility. #CASD50 #Cumbria
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BAE Systems Maritime
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There was further reason to celebrate today as HRH The Duke of Cambridge announced his wife, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge, as the Sponsor for our first of class Type 26, #HMSGlasgow .
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BAE Systems Maritime
7 years
MEDWAY on the move. Another proud moment in an exciting week as #MEDWAYOPV rolls out in Glasgow.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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As @HMSQNLZ and others depart from @HMNBPortsmouth today we wish God speed to all vessels involved in the coming exercises prior to #CSG21 . #Carrierstrike #HMSQueenElizabeth
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Proud of Portsmouth
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And there she goes: HMS Queen Elizabeth leaves #Portsmouth πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ for #StrikeWarrior and the #CSG21 Deployment. Fair Winds and Following Seas And thinking of all the families. @PONewsHub @RoyalNavy @VAdmJerryKyd @SMRMoorhouse @WOCarlSteedman @NavyLookout @The_NFF @WarshipCam
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BAE Systems Maritime
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HMS Daring departs @CammellLaird 's Birkenhead shipyard following replacement of her Diesel Generators under the MOD’s Power Improvement Project. She will now be towed, as planned, to Portsmouth, to undergo further regeneration work under BAE Systems [Image cred: @mersey_shipping ]
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BAE Systems Maritime
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From precision design to precision placement. As the stern block of #HMSGLASGOW moved into place this week ready to be joined to her aft section, we took another important step for the Type 26 programme, progressing at pace for @RoyalNavy . #GlobalCombatShip #HMSGLASGOW #26on26
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BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
An exciting day ahead as #TRENTOPV sits proudly on the hard stand in Govan awaiting her official naming ceremony!
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BAE Systems Maritime
7 years
Proud to announce new @DefenceHQ contract to manufacture the first three #Type26 Global Combat Ships
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BAE Systems Maritime
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We were pleased to welcome a team from @RoyalNavy Develop and @DefenceES Innovation and Future Capability to our Glasgow shipyards this week and show them the progress we're making on HMS Glasgow.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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#OnThisDay in 2007 just less than a year after her first sister, HMS Daring, our second-in-class Type 45 Destroyer, HMS Dauntless, was dynamically launched from our slipway in Govan #Happy12thBirthday !
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BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
What a month! HRH Prince William, Duke of Cambridge joined us to start #HMSBelfast construction signalling three ships in build, and we welcomed several high profile guests to site including @RoyalNavy , @DefenceES and senior Government representatives. #GlobalCombatShip #Type26
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Over the course of this year our first in class Type 26, HMS GLASGOW, has continued to take shape in our Govan yard with a number of unit erections and equipment installed. Take a look at how far she has come since January #26on26 #tbt
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Welcome to the 45th week of the year. We’d love to see your pictures of @RoyalNavy β€˜s Type 45 destroyers. This image of @HMSDragon in one of our favourites. #Type45
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BAE Systems Maritime
4 years
The forward block of #HMSGLASGOW has taken much of the attention recently, so we’ve also included a picture of the aft block. Every unit of our first in class Type 26, HMS GLASGOW, is now under construction. #26on26 @RoyalNavy
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Welcome back @HMSDefender and @hmsdiamond ! We’ve been enormously proud to deliver support to both vessels during #CSG21 ’s deployment, and to continue to deliver support now that they’re home. #ProudToServe [Image credit: Royal Navy]
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The bow of #HMSGlasgow . It’s been a busy start to the year for her so if you are wondering what the rest of her looks like? Stay tuned. @RoyalNavy #26on26 #ExcitingTimes #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Our Submarines business is forging ahead with design and concept work on the next generation of nuclear submarines. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has awarded BAE Systems an Β£85m contract to begin work on a future replacement for the Astute class. #Barrow #RoyalNavy
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Today HMS Prince of Wales departed Portsmouth Naval Base. As planned, a number of BAE Systems employees are deploying with her, proudly working to test and maintain certain systems alongside the crew in live operational conditions. [Image cred: @RoyalNavy ]
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BAE Systems Maritime
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The UK's first nuclear submarine, HMS Dreadnought, is right up there as one of the most important ever launches at Barrow shipyard. The boat led the way in underwater technology and the famous yard has been at the forefront ever since. #RoyalNavy #Barrow #Engineering
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Proud to see the latest Astute-class submarine at our Barrow shipyard featured on BBC2's Simon Reeve in the Lakes this evening. #Engineering #Barrow
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BAE Systems Maritime
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It's perfect conditions for sailing today as @HMSQnlz leaves Portsmouth to continue her sea trials #QNLZatsea
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The construction of #HMSGlasgow for the @RoyalNavy continues to develop at pace. With all units of HMS Glasgow in build, we’re sharing the progress on our forward block which continues to take shape with the recent addition of the lower bow unit #26on26 #type26
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BAE Systems Maritime
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#26on26 is back with one of our favourite highlights from earlier this year when the bridge, one of the most iconic sections of #HMSGLASGOW , was lowered on to the forward section at our facilities in #Glasgow .
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BAE Systems Maritime
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What's it like to build an aircraft carrier firmly in the public eye? Ahead of a documentary charting @HMSQnlz 's build (Sunday, 8pm, BBC2), the man in charge of her delivery for the Aircraft Carrier Alliance - BAE Systems' Jon Pearson - tells all.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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We're #proud to support @RoyalNavy with the development of training for their personnel who’ll serve on the new Type 26 warships. We've been working with @RoyalNavy & @DefenceES to develop crew training for the equipment on board their Type 26 Frigates
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BAE Systems Maritime
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#MEDWAYOPV is the second ship to use our new launch process, allowing more work to be completed before she enters the water.
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BAE Systems Maritime
5 years
A proud day yesterday as the crew of @HMSTrent formally moved on board the ship that will come their home.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Together with the @RoyalNavy @RoyalCanNavy @Australian_Navy , we fell silent today to remember, honour and pay our respects to those who sacrificed so much in the fight for our freedom #lestweforget #weshallrememberthem
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BAE Systems Maritime
7 years
A proud day as the fourth Astute class #submarine is officially named Audacious
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BAE Systems Maritime
8 years
Today we welcome the UK government committing Β£1.3 billion to Successor Submarine programme
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No distance is too far for us in Combat Systems. We're gathering crucial science and training data from #FormidableShield23 and live streaming the exercises for Royal Navy personnel, at our very special Maritime Integration and Support Centre (MISC) in Portsmouth. #ProudToSupport
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BAE Systems Maritime
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Our Type 26 programme is making history. We’re currently looking for 400 tradespeople to join us in Glasgow. If you are after a career that makes a real difference, we want to speak to you. #26on26 #Recruiting
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BAE Systems Maritime
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With a proposed top speed in excess of 25 knots and a range of more than 7,500 miles, our Type 31e design is equipped with some of the most modern and effective weapons systems available, designed to operate in international waters both independently and as part of a task group
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BAE Systems Maritime
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'Built with pride in Barrow'- the latest piece of Dreadnought makes a move. Four Dreadnought-Class submarines will be built in Barrow to replace the Vanguard-Class that are currently in service with the Royal Navy. #Submarines #Cumbria @RoyalNavy @SamPlum4 @cumbrialep
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BAE Systems Maritime
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One half of the First-of-Class Type 26, GLASGOW, is now in build, and we have just cut steel on the Second-in-Class, CARDIFF. Across our Supply Chain, we have placed contracts in excess of Β£1bn and have all major equipment and kit suppliers on contract. #Type26 #Cardiff #Glasgow
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BAE Systems Maritime
8 years
She's arrived. After a busy weekend FORTH is now safely docked at our Scotstoun facility in Glasgow.
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BAE Systems Maritime
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We've made some fantastic ships in the 150-year history of Barrow shipyard. HMS Invincible, for years the Royal Navy flasgship, is right up there among the very best. Proud memories for those who worked on her. @RoyalNavy
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BAE Systems Maritime
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56 yrs ago today, HMS Dreadnought was launched from our #Barrow site. The 1st Vanguard successor will now carry the same name #TrafalgarDay
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BAE Systems Maritime
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We design and build the @RoyalNavy 's submarines. The Dreadnought Class are under construction with the first due in operational service in the early 2030s. The submarines will maintain the UK's Continuous At Sea Deterrence (CASD). #MaritimeUKWeek #CASD
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BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
DOCKING DOWN: Our Type 45 teams in Portsmouth have been putting the finishing touches to @HMSDefender , getting her ready to return to the fleet after an extensive upkeep. #45Friday #behindthewall #teamportsmouth
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
1 year
Today we cut steel on the fourth City Class Type 26, HMS Birmingham. Minister for Defence Procurement Alex Chalk KC, attended the ceremony where apprentice burner, Ciaran Baillie and fabricator - plater Jamie Finnegan made the first cut. Find out more ▢️
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
5 years
What an incredibly proud day ahead as we put the final preparations in place to officially name the fifth and final River Class Batch 2 Offshore Patrol Vessel, HMS SPEY #SPEYOPV #Glasgow
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
We are thrilled to announce that #FORTH has been formally accepted by our customer. She will be commissioned into Her Majesty’s fleet at her home port of Portsmouth Naval Base later this year #FORTHfirst
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BAE Systems Maritime
4 years
Farewell @HMS_Spey ! The fifth and final River Class Batch 2 Offshore Patrol Vessel departed #Glasgow today on her delivery voyage to her new home @HMNBPortsmouth marking the end of the OPV build programme in Glasgow. #HMSSpey #SpectacularSpey #Clydebuilt
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
Breaking out the bow on #HMSGLASGOW . Every aspect of our Type 26 Global Combat Ship is digitally designed from the smallest pipe to her imposing bow.Β  #HMSGLASGOW - really taking shape.Β  #26on26 .
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BAE Systems Maritime
4 years
HMS Spey’s departure from Glasgow marks the completion of the Batch 2 OPV programme build phase, which has seen BAE Systems design, construct, commission and deliver five River Class OPVs to the Royal Navy in six years. @HMS_Forth @HMS_Medway @HMSTrent @HmsTamar @HMS_Spey
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
6 years
Pleased to announce #FORTHfirst will depart Glasgow today, to make her way to her new home port of Portsmouth Naval Base.
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BAE Systems Maritime
4 years
Welcome home @HMSQNLZ ! Congratulations on your successful Basic Sea Training. Always an incredible sight to see you alongside @HMSPWLS in @HMNBPortsmouth #proudtosupport
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BAE Systems Maritime
3 years
It's been a busy and exciting month for #HMSGLASGOW . Her Forward section has rolled out, her composite mast has arrived and we’re getting ready to roll out her Aft section in the coming days. @RoyalNavy #GlobalCombatShip #Type26 #26on26 . Exciting times!
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
7 years
Honoured to host The Prince of Wales today. HRH met our employees and saw submarines in build @ClarenceHouse
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@BAES_Maritime
BAE Systems Maritime
8 years
We are proud to confirm the first steel will be cut on the Royal Navy’s Type 26 Global Combat Ships in summer 2017
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