“It put everything into perspective of how fast you need to work in a cold weather environment." #RoyalNavy medics worked with Norwegian emergency services to rescue casualties buried under avalanches in critical training in the Arctic Circle.

It's not all Norway... T Level Engineering students from Petroc College have been enhancing their technical skills with practical engineering exposure at RMB Chivenor. 🇬🇧🛠️ Read more here 👇🏼 employers.tlevels.gov.uk/hc/en-gb/artic… Royal Navy Royal Marines #TLevels #TLevelThursday #STEM

#Marines with 2nd Marine Logistics Group participate in cold weather training in preparation of Exercise Joint Viking (JV) 25 in Setermoen, Norway. Exercise Joint Viking 25 focuses on arctic cold-weather training and military-to-military engagements. #USMC #ColdWeatherTraining

Ghost UAS in Norway. These single-rotar drones are being trialled by 700X NAS with the Armed Support Group Commando Logistic Regiment to scout routes and identify vulnerable points. For more: royalnavy.mod.uk/organisation/u…

On International Women's Day we celebrate the military and civilian women working across our Armed Forces, defending this country and our allies throughout the year. Thank you for your service this #IWD25

New snowmobiles for Arctic raiding... 🗡️ #RoyalMarines Commandos are striking faster and further across the Arctic’s snow and ice thanks to the arrival of new snowmobiles for reconnaissance and raiding operations. Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2025/marc…

Britain's elite UK Commando Force Operations force is now equipped with over 150 new snowmobiles. The new 'Lynx Brutal Over Snow Reconnaissance Vehicles' will be used for reconnaissance and raiding operations. Here's a look at them in action.

The Shore Reconnaissance Troop carry out a beach landing under the cover of night. Shore Reconnaissance Troop (SRT) conducted fast casting with the Norwegian Kystjegerkommandoen (KJK) from a Combat Boat 90 craft at 20 knots. Commandos were cast into a Norwegian Fjord

Last week, HRH Crown Prince Haakon visited members of the UK Commando Force taking part in Ex Joint Viking 25. His Royal Highness and Ambassador Jan Thompson saw firsthand how commandos and their Norwegian SOF partners work together in the High North.

"Rounds Complete!" This final 'Then & Now' post marks the official end of Winter Deployment 2025. A huge THANK YOU to our Norwegian friends and partners for their support and hospitality. See you again soon. Wishing all our followers a Happy Easter. See you in a few weeks. "Out!"

Royal Marine Mountain Leaders during some recent ice climbing training.

VE Day was declared on 8 May 1945, there was a huge outpouring of celebration, relief and gratitude on streets across the nation. Now, 80 years on from those era-defining events, we chart the route to victory – and remember the bravery of those who made all the difference.

The Defence Secretary has confirmed that His Majesty The King has approved the new appointment of General Sir Gwyn Jenkins as First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff. 🔗: gov.uk/government/new…

Over the weekend, Plymouth Division RMVCC and Chivenor Division RMVCC teamed up for Exercise First Steps at Scraesdon Fort! 💥 Recruits got stuck into bivvy building, field cooking and camouflage & concealment - a weekend packed with learning, teamwork & adventure! 💪 #MeetTheChallenge

Learning the ropes... CLR get to grips with HYROX this afternoon, building physical and mental resilience. 💪🏼🏃🏼‍♀️🇬🇧 #hyrox #sportsmakers UK Commando Force Operations Royal Navy

It’s 81 years since thousands of British and allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy in an audacious operation to liberate Western Europe. We will honour and remember those who risked their lives for peace with events in Normandy today. 📷: CWGC Bayeux War Cemetery

Standing united with allies... Royal Marines have completed major joint exercises in North Devon as - 81 years on since the D-Day Landings - allied forces practised the highly complex art of amphibious operations. Read more: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2025/june…

Exercising troops from the French Navy and the Royal Marines deploy ashore from RFA LYME BAY in order to meet up with troops deployed the previous evening by Helicopter insertion.

Innovation in motion. This week, working alongside JAC OEU, we trialled new ways to deliver Commando power from air to sea. Stay tuned… #weare846

Today, we marked the 5th anniversary of the Royal Marines & Commando Forces Servicewomen's Network. Bringing together sailors, soldiers, and Bandies, with their colleagues from across the Corps and UKCF, for workshops, networking, and some time on the water for "make and mend".