Lewin of Greenwich Naval History & Forum

Contractors working on UK’s Type 26 frigates set for strike action

Unite, Scotland’s leading trade union, has revealed that over 30 members contracted to work on the new type 26 Frigate on the Clyde are set for strike action in the new year.
Continues at - https://www.navaltoday.com/2023/12/26/c ... ke-action/

Type 26 Frigate Platform, Weapons and Sensors layout.

Timelapse shows year of progress on Glasgow frigate factory

Drone footage, collected over the last twelve months, shows the rapid progress on what will be one of the largest buildings in Glasgow when completed.

For the avoidance of doubt, the drone footage was obtained legally by a qualified person in adherence to UK drone legislation and guidance. In addition, the drone is insured, and a flight plan was submitted using drone safety software.

Here’s the video. https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/timelap ... e-factory/

Sir Humphrey
Very interesting development, as the CSC is a Type 26 derivative.
It will be fascinating to see what USN involvement looks like in this space.

VAdm/Vam Angus Topshee @Comd_RCN
On Jan 8th an MoU was signed between the US Navy & the Royal Can Navy related to the Canadian Surface Combatant, an extremely important moment for the RCN.
This helps advance what is arguably the most complex, and important procurement for our Navy.
1/3

See - https://twitter.com/Comd_RCN/status/1748032206583234851 - For sections 2 and 3.

Clyde shipyard strike averted as contractors secure rise

Type 26 Frigate CBL Cable contractors win increases worth up to 22.8%.

Unite the trade union confirmed today that strike action involving over 30 members contracted to work on the new Type 26 Frigates on the Clyde has been called off after a significant pay victory.

Continues at - https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/clyde-s ... cure-rise/

I'm afraid my response would not be viewed as politicaly correct

Navy Lookout
Fitting out at BAES Maritime Scotstoun - photo showing the inside of HMS Glasgow RN Flexible Mission Space (mission bay) giving a good sense of scale.
MB Handling System not yet fitted on overhead rails.
See article at - https://www.navylookout.com/refining-th ... ssion-bay/

T26 HMS Glasgow fitting out alongside BAES Scotstoun Yard Feb 2024

Navy Lookout
Curious MoD infographic.
While the Mk41 VLS could accommodate additional Sea Ceptor missiles in quad packs, the Type 26 already has two dedicated 24-cell Sea Ceptor silos.

Exclusive first peak at new frigate HMS Belfast

Images show sections of the future HMS Belfast being constructed at the BAE Systems shipyard in Govan, Glasgow.

For the avoidance of doubt, the drone footage was obtained legally by a qualified person in adherence to UK drone legislation and guidance. In addition, the drone is insured, and a flight plan was submitted using drone safety software.

See - https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/exclusi ... s-belfast/

Also see - https://ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nightti ... n-glasgow/