HMS Prince of Wales

Leadership, strategy and quick thinking under pressure - our team are putting their skills to the test through eSports. Fun, teamwork, recreation… via skills that easily transfer to our war-fighting role. 🎮⚓️

One of the most satisfying duties conducted onboard... Captain Power presents medals and commendations to members of the Ship's Company. ⚓️🇬🇧💪🏻

It's National Apprenticeship Week, and I've been at HMNB Portsmouth meeting some of the @RoyalNavy’s exceptional apprentices. Their talent, drive and commitment are helping to evolve the force into a Hybrid Navy and supporting UK Defence. A 🧵on why apprenticeships matter.

In delivering the PM’s intent, @HMSPWLS and the @COMUKCSG, will integrate with international partners on operations in the North Atlantic and High North demonstrating our warfighting readiness; @NATO @JEFnations stronger together. #leadfightwin

Every bolt tightened 🔩🪛 every system checked! ⚙️ Maintenance is key to keeping HMS Prince of Wales at peak performance. #Success

Wet and windy in Portsmouth! We’re undergoing routine maintenance to ensure we’re ready for the challenges ahead this year - whilst remaining #Ready as the nation’s Flagship.

We've been quiet on X since returning from #OpHighmast... Rest assured...routine maintenance continues in the Royal Navy fleet flagship as we prepare for our 2026 sea programme. 🔧🇬🇧⚓️

Home bound. Families will embrace their sailors, cheers will fill the air, and the joy of reunion will light up the shores. Every hug, every smile, every familiar face will make this homecoming unforgettable. It’s finally time to come home. royalnavy.mod.uk/carrier-strike… #CSG25

Heading Home. Set to be the largest homecoming in 20 years, the @COMUKCSG is closing the distance to UK shores after a landmark global deployment. The final chapter is unfolding. Stay tuned for what comes next. Find out more here: royalnavy.mod.uk/carrier-strike… #CSG25

En Route. After eight months of joint operations across land, sea, air and cyber, the @COMUKCSG is now heading back to the UK. The countdown is on. The wait is almost over. Don’t miss an update: royalnavy.mod.uk/carrier-strike… #CSG25

Last 'Steak Saturday' of Op Highmast!

8⃣months at sea with 1⃣ epic mission🚢 From the Atlantic to the Med and beyond, see the full route of the Carrier Strike Group 25 #CSG25 🗺️ Read more⬇️🔗 brnw.ch/21wXUyi

Operation Highmast reaches its end⚓️ #CSG25 flew more than 2,500 sorties and worked with over 30 nations along the route, and is returning home Read more🔗⬇️ forcesnews.com/csg25/carrier-…

Our largest ever 5th Gen Carrier Air Wing heads home - We are proud of our pilots, maintainers and all those who have supported fast jet operations throughout #OpHighmast. #CSG25

Back to Base. Led by @HMSPWLS and involving a dozen nations, Operation Highmast is reaching its final stages. And the return? Set to be the biggest #RoyalNavy homecoming in 20 years. History is about to come home. Stay in the known: royalnavy.mod.uk/carrier-strike… #CSG25 | @COMUKCSG

Mission complete. 👏 On Sunday, @HMSPWLS , @HMSDauntless return to Portsmouth, @HMS_Richmond to Plymouth, concluding the premier deployment of 2025, #CSG25. Involving up to 4,500 personnel for 8 months, Op Highmast has taken them to the Indo-Pacific. 🔗 royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2025/nove…

See you all soon! #OpHighmast #CSG25 #PortsmouthRevs

Thank you Gibraltar! #CSG25 #OpHighmast

The UK Carrier Air Wing is operating in support of @NATO on #NeptuneStrike. The largest 5th generation Carrier Air Wing remains ready to act to defend and protect our Allies and Partners. #CSG25 #StrongerTogether

Congratulations to one of our own. Well done Abi!