Tag: Gen Sir Gwyn Jenkins

• Monday, September 22nd 2025 - 22:13 UTC

  First Sea Lord simple principle: “un-crewed wherever possible; crewed only where necessary”

  

  The head of the Royal Navy has laid down his bold vision to redefine naval operations through drastic technological innovation as he aims to get the Senior Service ready for warfighting within four years, pointed out Forces.net.

• Wednesday, May 21st 2025 - 07:01 UTC

  Historic, a Royal Marines General appointed First Sea Lord

  

  A Royal Marines General Sir Gwyn Jenkins has been appointed as the new First Sea Lord - the first time in centuries that a non-sailor has been in charge of the Royal Navy. Gen Sir Gwyn, who served as Vice-Chief of the Defense Staff from August 2022 to June 2024, was confirmed in the role by Defense Secretary John Healey.