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Babcock showcases Arrowhead at DSEI 2017

Maritime September 14, 2017

Babcock has showcased Arrowhead, its new state-of-the-art general-purpose frigate at this year’s DSEI event. The 120m Arrowhead is a further addition to Babcock’s portfolio of ships that also includes 50m inshore patrol vessels, and 70m and 90m offshore patrol vessels. The vessel’s adaptable configuration acknowledges operational roles will change through the life ...

HMS Albion regeneration hits milestone

Maritime March 24, 2017

Following two years of major refit work HMS Albion has re-entered open water, moving from her temporary home inside the dockyard walls at HMNB Devonport, Plymouth, to her new tidal berth on the river. The move to open water marks a significant milestone for the ship, which has been at extended ...

Back to sea for HMS Albion

Maritime January 31, 2017

The multi million pound upgrade to HMS Albion has reached a major milestone, with her crew moving back on board for the first time in almost six years. The Royal Navy’s amphibious command ship has been officially handed over from Babcock and the 350 Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines have ...

New year – new HMS Shoreham

Maritime January 4, 2017

Following a six-month revamp programme, work on overhauling HMS Shoreham was completed just before Christmas. The overhaul of the ship was carried out by Babcock, following more than three years stationed in the Gulf, where the minehunter has been working hard supporting the troops stationed there. Every five years, the Sandown class ...