General Submarine News

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U.S. Naval Institute
The Jolly Roger from HMS E54 will go on display at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum next month. Flown by HMS E54 in 1916, the flag is believed to be the oldest surviving one of its kind. Subs began to fly the Jolly Roger during WWI because the First Sea Lord of the British Royal Navy had stated that submarine warfare was "underhanded, unfair, and damned un-English", and that captured enemy submariners should be hanged as pirates.

Historic submarine standards shed light on proud Royal Navy tradition

This is a Jolly Roger. Not any Jolly Roger either, but for submariners the Holy Grail - the oldest believed still existing.
Raised on World War 1 submarine HMS E54 after successful patrols, it can now be seen at the spiritual home of the Silent Service.


This earliest known surviving example of a Royal Navy submarine Jolly Roger joins the RN Submarine Museum’s newest acquisition, the flag from HMS Thorough from 1943 as centrepieces of a new display celebrating the links between British boats and the skull and crossbones, plus the cultural history of the iconic standard.


E-class boat HMS E54 served in the second half of the Great War, chiefly employed as a U-boat killer in the North Sea and Atlantic – sinking two German submarines in the process.

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Navy Lookout

War with Russia: Nuclear submarines are jockeying for advantage position right now

https://archive.ph/hVkHw

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Work ongoing for UK nuclear sub to operate from Australia

As part of AUKUS, the United Kingdom and the United States are establishing a rotational presence of one UK Astute class submarine and up to four U.S. Virginia class submarines at HMAS Stirling, located near Perth in Western Australia, by 2027.

Just over a year ago, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States announced the Optimal Pathway to deliver conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines (SSNs) to Australia – the first major initiative of the new AUKUS alliance.

This undertaking, named ‘Submarine Rotational Force-West’ (SRF-West), will adhere to Australia’s longstanding policy of no foreign bases on its territory.

Additionally, this will enable the three nations to pool resources while Australia endeavours to build the necessary operational capabilities and expertise to oversee and run its fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, you can read more about that here.

This week, an update was published by the Ministry of Defence on the enabling work for this effort.

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JFD Global successfully mobilised the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS) during an 8-day exercise off the Isle of Arran in difficult weather conditions.
Portable Launch and Recovery System (PLARS), Submarine Rescue Vehicle (SRV) and Portable Navigation, Tracking and Communication System (PNTCS) were embarked on SD Northern River.
The exercise provided the opportunity to maintain competency of JFD operational personnel through a series of SRV dives.

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On a visit to BAES Maritime Barrow, Labour Leader Keir Starmer said his party was making a "generational commitment" to the Continuous at Sea (nuclear) Deterrent and AUKUS
See https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68790435

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What are the Royal Navy’s land-attack capabilities?
https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/what-ar ... abilities/

Number of ‘nuclear site events’ at Clyde base
https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/details ... lyde-base/

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Underwater Special Ops by SEAL mini submarine are a vital US and Royal Navy capability

USS Florida is rumoured to have made operational use of her underwater docking bay last year

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Industrial action by nuclear sub workforce hits Rolls-Royce

GMB members working on the company’s nuclear submarine programme have begun industrial action.

The action started on Monday 29 April, and will run for one month.

The action comes after 90 per cent of GMB members at the company supported action if company bosses failed to present a pay rise acceptable to union members.

Known as ‘work to rule’, the industrial action will see GMB members applying strict limits to working outside of pre-agreed processes.

Rolls-Royce is a world leader in the field of submarine technology, as well as being the supplier to Britain’s domestic nuclear submarine fleet.

In agreement with the company, any industrial action will not jeopardise the UK’s continuous at sea nuclear deterrent, safety of submarines or operational submarines at sea.

Mick Coppin, GMB Regional Organiser, said:

“Our members have begun industrial action today after weeks of company bosses refusing to bring a fair pay settlement to the table. These are highly skilled workers at the cutting edge of British manufacturing.

“In a year when company profits have skyrocketed, all workers are asking for is a fair days pay. It’s time for company bosses to urgently get back around the table and fix this; our members deserve that.”

Source UKDJ today.


Ministry of Defence
Derby is the home of nuclear propulsion production for our submarines, supporting global stability.
Defence Minister j cartlidge mp today visited the Rolls Royce Raynesway site, speaking to engineers and viewing reactor components for future Dreadnought and AUKUS submarines.
Tweeted today.

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UK confirms new nuclear subs to be operational in 2030s

Britain’s new nuclear submarines will be operational from the late 2030s, replacing the current Astute Class.
James Cartlidge MP, Minister of State at the Ministry of Defence, stated: https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/uk-conf ... -in-2030s/

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For Ancient Matelots ~ What does SSN mean on a submarine?

"SSN" stands for "Submarine, Nuclear-powered." It is a prefix used to designate a specific type of submarine within the United States Navy's classification system. Submarines with the SSN designation are nuclear-powered attack submarines.

Here's a breakdown of the components of the designation:

S: This letter denotes "Submarine." It indicates that the vessel is a submarine, a type of watercraft capable of operating underwater for extended periods.

SN: The "SN" specifically indicates that the submarine is nuclear-powered. This means that the submarine is equipped with a nuclear reactor that generates power to propel the vessel and support its various systems. Nuclear propulsion offers significant advantages in terms of endurance, speed, and operational flexibility compared to conventionally powered submarines.

SSNs are designed primarily for anti-submarine warfare, intelligence gathering, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. They are capable of engaging enemy submarines and surface ships, launching cruise missiles, conducting special operations, and performing a variety of other tasks. The United States Navy operates a fleet of SSNs as part of its submarine force, which plays a critical role in maintaining maritime superiority and national security.