UK Commando Helicopter Force completes Arctic warfare operations in Norway
Royal Navy Merlin helicopters had to be fitted with 'onesies' to guard against extreme weather.
Royal Navy Merlin helicopters had to be fitted with 'onesies' to guard against extreme weather.
HMS Albion has returned home to Plymouth following the completion of Exercise Joint Viking in the Arctic Circle.
Members of HMS Biter who are deployed in Norway on HMS Archer managed to capture the waves of the aurora borealis.
Camp Viking in the north of Norway will act as a hub for Royal Marines as they perform their duties as 'tip of the Arctic spear'.
'Doing photography in the Army was the perfect place to learn and practice,' Captain Sam Davies said.
The elite force of the Royal Marines were tasked with 'attacking positions behind enemy lines'.
A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter is shown lifting an L118 light gun in Artic conditions.
A replenishment at sea (RAS) is a routine but quite dangerous method of transferring fuel, munitions, and stores from one ship to another.
The Royal Navy's amphibious assault ship has been on Arctic deployment in Norway.
It is only the second time military dogs have been deployed to the Arctic.
Forces News joined the commandos in Norway as they prepared to take part in Exercise Joint Warrior which involves thousands of Nato troops.
The P2000s crossed the Arctic Circle on their way to joint Exercise Joint Warrior, travelling further north than they ever have before.
HMS Protector captured some amazing pictures before completing their most recent Antarctic work period, including some incredible wildlife.
The Plymouth-based ice patrol ship has completed her latest work safeguarding birdlife and laying the groundwork for further research.
Capt Preet Chandi broke the world record for the furthest solo, unaided polar expedition – covering 922 miles across Antarctica.
The Royal Navy vessel tries to stand out with her red and yellow hull, while others use darker colours to avoid detection.