MercoPress. South Atlantic News Agency

HMS Liverpool patrols South Georgia Island

Royal Navy Task Group 337.01 comprising Type 42 destroyer HMS Liverpool and RFA Gold Rover deployed to South Georgia Island between 17 and 21 March 2006.

The South Atlantic patrol and her RFA tanker support deployed swiftly in challenging weather conditions and conducted patrols around the many bays in the island plus making use of her Lynx helicopter to patrol the interior and coastline.

Both ships also separately visited Grytviken where the ship's companies had the opportunity to visit the former whaling station. The Lynx helicopter conducted patrols over the island and personnel had the opportunity to see the unique variety of wildlife existing in the island, particularly favourites where the penguins and seals.

Task Group Commander and HMS Liverpool Commanding Officer, Commander Henry Duffy, said

"This was a very successful and rewarding patrol. By our presence here we have reinforced the United Kingdom and Royal Navy's commitment to South Georgia, demonstrating that, we can deploy rapidly, in the most challenging of conditions, highly capable forces in order to deter any potential aggression", said Task Group Commander and HMS Liverpool Commanding Officer, Commander Henry Duffy.

He added both ship's companies were able also to enjoy the magnificent natural wildlife which exists on this island which will provide lifelong memories for them.