The Engineering Digest – November 2024
In this issue, we commemorate Remembrance Sunday, where His Majesty the King led a moving tribute at the Cenotaph honouring those who served.
We also explore the fascinating discovery of the HMS Hawke shipwreck, the latest updates on nuclear investments for climate goals, and share stories of our team’s community efforts, including a successful charity fundraiser for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.
Plus, check out the achievements of our apprentice welders who are making us proud with their hard work and dedication!
The King Leads Nation in Silence on Remembrance Sunday
On Remembrance Sunday, thousands gathered in London’s Whitehall as His Majesty the King led the nation in honouring those who served. Approximately 10,000 members of the public joined in a two-minute silence at the Cenotaph, followed by The Royal British Legion’s Veterans Parade.
Representing 326 Armed Forces and civilian organisations, the parade included participants of all ages—from the bereaved children of Scotty’s Little Soldiers to D-Day veterans of the Spirit of Normandy Trust.
Mysterious Shipwreck Confirmed As Lost Royal Navy WW1 Warship
Royal Navy experts have confirmed the identity of a World War 1 wreck off the Scottish coast found in the summer as HMS Hawke.
Before divers swam around the remains of the cruiser, no one had seen her since she was torpedoed by a German submarine on October 15 1914 while carrying out a patrol of the North Sea.
The wreck was found by Lost in Waters Deep, a volunteer team of civilian researchers and divers who aim to find lost and forgotten shipwrecks around the UK and remember their crews.
Similar news: A ‘time capsule’ of life aboard a wartime Royal Navy warship has been discovered by crew of her successor.
Meeting Global Climate Goals Requires a Shift in Nuclear Investment
The World Economic Forum reports on the global need for nuclear.
- As climate impacts intensify, nuclear power is gaining momentum as an essential part of the global energy transition, complementing renewables like wind and solar.
- Nuclear capacity must triple by 2050, calling for investment to rise from $50 billion to $150 billion annually.
- Small modular reactors are key to the energy transition, offering flexibility and scalability but require further regulatory developments.
Hythe Engineering Helps Raise £2K for RNRMC 💙
“Getting very lucky with the weather, we had a great day and raised over £2,000 for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity. Your on-site representative Matt Cross was a credit to the company, presenting Hythe Engineering in an exemplary manner. Thanks to all of you at Hythe Engineering for your continued support.”
– Matt Adams, RNEO
Check Out Our Apprentice Welders in Action! 🎇
Great photo from Southampton Engineering Training Association Ltd (The) this week!
“Finishing off this week with some great work from the TIG Welding Rotation!
These apprentices should make their employers proud!”
Well done to all of our first-years for their hard work! 👏
Until Next Time…
Stay tuned for more updates on all things nuclear, defence and renewables, as well as the latest inspiring stories from our team at Hythe Engineering.
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