Stephen M.'s photos with the keyword: navy

Lurking in the mist - the Portuguese Navy frigate 'Bartolomeu Dias' on the way to Plymouth naval base from the Port of Tyne. Constructed in 1990 for the Dutch Navy (as 'HLNMS Van Nes'), it was transferred to the Portuguese Navy in 2009. The new name honours the navigator Bartolomeu Dias, who was the first European to sail around the southern tip of Africa in 1488. Note also the open door on Roker lighthouse - maintenance work is ongoing on the building.

HMS Archer is a small patrol and training vessel that has been in service since 1985. The ship does not carry any armament but a 20mm canon can be mounted on the bow. Arriving late on Friday evening, HMS Archer berthed by Greenwells Quay before departing the next morning. AIS did not show any destination but it arrived into Great Yarmouth the following evening. PIP #1: Close up of the side of the ship showing an 'Archer' logo, as well as the emblem of the Coastal Forces Squadron (CFS) i the top left.