Defence
Torpedoes Team
The Torpedoes Team is part of the D Weapons Cluster within the Defence Equipment and Support Organisation and provides a through life torpedo capability to the RN and RAF. Our Mission is ”to provide cost-effective supportable torpedoes”.
The Sting Ray lightweight torpedo is the main anti-submarine weapon for ships and aircraft. It entered operational service in 1983 with a planned service-life of approximately 20 years. Through the Sting Ray Life Extension programme the operational life of Sting Ray has been extended by 20 years to 2029.
Spearfish is a submarine launched heavyweigh torpedo and operates from all classes of Royal Navy Submarines. This weapon fulfils the continuing requirement to maintain anti-submaine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (AsuW) capability to support the Fleet.
Torpedoes Team Quick Facts
Team Leader : Capt Jim Johnson
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