Essex to be affiliated with new Royal Navy ship HMS Venturer
It's the first time the county has been associated with a Royal Navy ship in 30 years
Last updated 27th Feb 2024
Essex is going to be affiliated with a new Royal Navy ship being built in Scotland.
HMS Venturer is the first Royal Navy ship to be associated with the county in 30 years, representing the 1.8 million residents living in Essex.
Essex County Council have announced the news of the association of the county with the Type 31 frigate currently being built, which is hoping to be operational later in the decade.
The Council say its an important partnership due to the county's "rich maritime history".
HMS Venturer is named after a World War II submarine, and represents technology and innovation.
The ship's namesake made history as the first submarine to sink another while both were submerged.
Modern day duties for HMS Venturer will include operations such as escorting aircraft carrier strike groups and operating independently on security patrols, manned by 115 sailors.
The ship will be performing duties around the globe for at least a quarter of a century.
Essex County Council say they're looking forward to its Maiden Voyage.