Visiting the Bayeux Museum and Normandy Memorial, Ship’s Company take the time to also talk about the Normandy Battle Honours held by HMS GLASOW

As we reflect on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, we are reminded of the sacrifices made for freedom and peace. Today, we salute the brave men and women who fought for our freedoms.

Tonight the UK's Principle beacon will be lit to mark the bravery and sacrifice of those involved in D-Day. Max, a 25 year-old mechanical engineer designed the beacon. Find out more about Max and his role in producing the beacon below 👇📺 #DDay80

80 years ago Jack's Grandfather landed on Juno Beach. To honour his Grandfather and the brave personnel who risked their lives for freedom and peace, Jack has played a key role in the team that designed and built the UK's Principle D-Day beacon. Hear more from Jack below 👇

Our Naval Ships site gathered yesterday to light a beacon marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The beacon was specially designed and built by colleagues to honour the brave personnel who risked their lives for freedom and peace. #DDay80

The D-Day Principal Beacon lighting ceremony in Portsmouth dockyard honoured the men and women who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. The beacon was designed by engineer Max, with apprentices Holly and Jack playing key roles in its production. #DDay #Portsmouth

We’re incredibly proud to have sponsored Portsmouth’s Armed Forces Day on Saturday. We have a proud history of supporting our armed forces and to meet with so many of our veterans and their families, was an honour and privilege. Check out these photos below 👇

The Royal Navy have now moved back on-board HMS Dragon after she completed her Power Improvement Project (PIP) installation, overseen by our experts. With the improvement work concluded, responsibility of the ship passes back to the Navy ahead of sea trials later this year.

Our Portsmouth Armed Forces Day was just over a week ago - here's some highlights: A special thanks to headline sponsor BAE Systems Maritime and to World of Warships for supporting. And of course the Red Arrows and Royal Navy Raiders for amazing displays and the headcam footage 🪂Enjoy!

Today Continuous Naval Shipbuilding in Australia has taken another step forwards, with steel being cut on the first Hunter class frigate. Read more 👇 baes.co/wwUe50Sn1JQ

We've launched our 2023 Social Impact Report for Barrow, the home to our Submarines site. The report showcases all the initiatives we're running to make our communities thrive and how we're creating a lasting social, economic and environmental legacy. 🔗 baes.co/7iIh50Svqgx

We welcomed Katherine Jenkins to our site in Govan to see first-hand the progress being made on HMS Cardiff. As sponsor of the second Type 26 City Class frigate, Katherine was given an insight into the evolution of the eight frigates we’re building for Defence Equipment & Support and the Royal Navy.

We’ve announced a strong set of half year results. Our CEO reflects on our continued growth and how we’re investing in our business to help government customers maintain security and deliver prosperity in a world of increasing threats. Find out more 🔗 baes.co/wRfU50SOSHi

Exam results day can be stressful, but there's #NoWrongPath to your dream career. Hear how our own employees built rewarding careers without following a traditional academic route. Check out our apprenticeship opportunities: baes.co/VQuQ50SSaNn

Exam results don't define your future. There's #NoWrongPath to starting your career journey. Our employees have shared their journeys from where they started when they left school to where they are now. Find out more about our apprenticeships here: baes.co/V4SC50SSb2i

As part of the #NoWrongPath campaign, we're promoting the wide range of apprenticeship opportunities available at BAE Systems. There may be a path for you that you haven't considered yet! baes.co/Inem50SSVt2

Unsure about what to do after receiving your exam results? Check out the apprenticeship opportunities available at BAE Systems - you might be surprised where they can take you: baes.co/lKgW50STHQu

Great to welcome new Barrow and Furness MP Michelle Scrogham to our Submarines site this week. MD Steve Timms introduced her to workers and provided an overview of the submarines we're building for our Royal Navy as well as the new facilities we have invested in. Michelle Scrogham

Our new Applied Shipbuilding Academy in Glasgow has opened 🚢 Designed to develop the entire workforce - from new starters to senior leaders, the academy will help ensure Scottish shipbuilding has a thriving workforce for generations to come. 🔗 baes.co/XjVN50T0Un4

When you think of remote-controlled boats, you probably think of mini ones in ponds. But, in the future, this APAC could pack a serious punch in battle ⚓️ 🚤 📺 #Warship: Life in the Royal Navy, Tuesday 9pm