Royal Navy's HMS Stirling Castle Departs Merseyside for Advanced Sea Trials

The Royal Navys HMS Stirling Castle has embarked on advanced sea trials after over 18 months in Merseyside, marking a significant milestone for naval mine countermeasures technology.

• HMS Stirling Castle, recently transferred from the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, departed West Float, Birkenhead, for vital sea trials and training after an extensive 18-month docking period.
• This marks the first operational sea trial of the HMS Stirling Castle, which will serve as a mine countermeasures mother ship, enhancing the Royal Navys capabilities.
• The HMS Stirling Castle will be stationed at HM Naval Base Portsmouth, where it is expected to support advanced unmanned technologies for naval mine operations.