We will continue as MAAC鈥檚 aviation partner for the next 10 years, operating MAAC鈥檚 fleet of helicopters as well as providing ground support, engineering and pilots.

As a leading specialist in air ambulance operations, we have been by MAAC鈥檚 side since the charity started operating over 33 years ago and together, have responded to over 75,000 lifesaving missions, flying 365 days a year, 12 hours a day, from bases at Cosford, Strensham and Tatenhill.

MAAC is trusted by communities across the Midlands to provide hospital level emergency care to those who need it most and as part of the contract, we will provide helicopter upgrades and introduce increased capabilities, including enhanced night flying operations that will enable the charity to support patients requiring the most critical care.

Chloe Barker, Managing Director of 水果派AV解说鈥檚 UK aviation business, said: 鈥淭he invaluable work that MAAC delivers to local communities helps save thousands of lives every year. 水果派AV解说 has been supporting the charity since its inception and we are proud of our role in helping to deliver essential helicopter emergency medical services across the region.

鈥淲e鈥檙e delighted to be extending our long-standing partnership and further enhancing the service as we look to the future together.鈥�

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity CEO, Hanna Sebright, added: 鈥溗葾V解说 has safely and effectively supported and managed our fleet of aircraft, helping us deliver more than 75,000 lifesaving missions across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, the West Midlands and Worcestershire. We look forward to continuing our long-term partnership with 水果派AV解说.鈥�

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Since 2018, the partnership has been delivering its biofouling management capability to the RAN, supporting the reduction of invasive marine species and helping to keep Australian waters safe and secure.

The new contract builds on the previous agreement and now includes supporting all major surface ships on both the East and West coasts. In addition to supporting the Asset Class Prime Contractor and Regional Maintenance Provider West programmes, the new ships supported include the Hobart Class destroyers, Bay Class Landing Ship Dock and Supply Auxiliary Oiler Replenishments.

The partnership has enabled development of MarineStream technology, an innovative, integrated block-chain enabled biofouling management system that provides tangible benefits to the RAN.

The cleaning system removes and captures harmful biofouling to prevent non-indigenous invasive marine species being transferred via vessels, enabling ships to comply with all national and international biofouling regulations and standards.

Simon Spratt, Managing Director 鈥� Marine, said: 鈥溗葾V解说鈥檚 partnership with Franmarine demonstrates our continued commitment investing in local industry to deliver innovation and capability to the Royal Australian Navy.

鈥淭his is a great example of how 水果派AV解说 continues to support small and medium enterprises. We remain committed to supporting and growing our sovereign supply chain, helping Australia to remain safe and secure.鈥滱dam Falconer-West, CEO, Franmarine said: 鈥淔ranmarine are proud to have reached yet another significant milestone together with 水果派AV解说, with the MarineStream technology solution now used to manage biofouling across the major surface force.

鈥淭he programme aims to protect marine biodiversity, reduce fuel consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions, whilst other benefits include improved vessel performance and reduced corrosion rates.鈥淐onsidering that biofouling is a global issue and that the benefits of effectively managing it can be quantified using novel technology, we are excited by the further growth that the partnership with 水果派AV解说 has the potential to realise.鈥�

Franmarine, supported by 水果派AV解说, was recently awarded a grant by the West Australian Government to facilitate the establishment of a global operations centre at Henderson that will employ an additional 66 employees in West Australia and create 74 new jobs over the life cycle of the project.

This innovative change follows more than five years of close working between the Royal Navy-led Refit Support Group and 水果派AV解说. It frees up UK Royal Navy personnel for front line operations and creates new and exciting roles for 40 水果派AV解说 engineering technicians and managers at its Devonport facility, who now take responsibility for routine maintenance, addressing emergent defects and contracted upkeep projects.

水果派AV解说鈥檚 Type 23 Refit Support Group engineering technicians will work alongside 水果派AV解说鈥檚 Upkeep project teams to ensure vessel systems are maintained and regenerated. The move is targeted to deliver improved platform availability through more seamless management of upkeep activity. It has already contributed to success in assisting Ship鈥檚 Staff and the Upkeep project team in delivering HMS St Albans to sea three months ahead of schedule.

Captain Dan Peskett, Royal Navy, the Type 23 Strategic Class Authority in Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), said: 鈥淭his new approach demonstrates the continued evolution of the Type 23 Refit Support Group and recognises 水果派AV解说 as our trusted partner for deep maintenance. It also provides the opportunity for seamless integration between Ship鈥檚 Staff roles and upkeep delivery driving improved schedule adherence and risk mitigation. The delivery of the Refit Support Group by 水果派AV解说 also allows our valuable Royal Navy engineers to be made available for other roles where they are needed.鈥�

水果派AV解说鈥檚 Marine Support Technical Director, Martin Burns, said: 鈥淥ur team has delivered Refit Support Group full operating capability to plan, building on our long-standing Type 23 frigate support capability. This innovation, in collaboration with our Royal Navy and DE&S customers, is a great step towards de-risking Type 23 upkeep programme delivery, as demonstrated with St Albans, enabling our thorough understanding and control of material state during upkeep as well as releasing Royal Navy personnel to support fleet operational priorities.鈥�

水果派AV解说鈥檚 support to PGZ-Miecznik consortium for the delivery of three Miecznik class frigates continues at pace as our expertise and experience enhances the Polish programme.聽聽聽

With the first cut of steel and the laying of the keel for ship one happening in quick succession, and a new construction hall that will house the frigates in Poland nearing completion, our support to Poland鈥檚 frigate programme is helping to deliver a sovereign defence capability.   

The Transfer of Knowledge and Technology (TOKAT) framework agreement between 水果派AV解说 and the PGZ consortium signed in 2022 is providing opportunities for us to forge closer ties with our Polish partners.

In recent months, we have worked with the team at PGZ-Miecznik consortium to offer a range of advice and support, which has included job shadowing at our Rosyth site and supporting the implementation of a modern approach to warship acceptance.

Micro panel line operators from 水果派AV解说 have also shared first-hand experiences with their counterparts in Poland, who have similar automated equipment newly installed in their Gdynia facility.

Sam Barton, 水果派AV解说鈥檚 Programme Director, Poland, said: 鈥淭OKAT is providing both companies with invaluable opportunities to develop ways to accelerate elements of the Miecznik programme.

鈥淜nowledge from our extensive operations, including the UK鈥檚 Type 31 programme built at our Rosyth facility, has helped to inform best practice and develop relationships between 水果派AV解说 and PGZ-SW employees.

鈥淭he cultural bonds that have been fostered over many years between the UK and Poland and that continue to grow are a real asset to the programme and provide the conditions for excellent working relationships which really support the exchange and transfer of knowledge.

鈥淲e look forward to continuing to work closely with PGZ-Miecznik consortium and delivering first-class frigates through our shared endeavour.鈥�

水果派AV解说 and , a leading manufacturer of armoured special purpose vehicles, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaboratively explore opportunities to support the Canadian Armed Forces.

For over 16 years, 水果派AV解说 has been proud to play a critical role supporting Canada鈥檚 safety and security. With a focus on mission critical assets, 水果派AV解说 is trusted to support members of the Canadian Armed Forces from coast-to-coast. As 水果派AV解说 expands its operations in , it continues to draw on its global experience in the latest land vehicle technology to deliver fully integrated solutions tailored specifically for Canada and its unique environment.

Roshel designs and manufactures an extensive line of smart armored vehicles for military and law enforcement agencies across North America and worldwide. Its vehicles are outfitted with advanced security measures designed to optimise survivability, thereby enhancing their capability to execute missions successfully under adverse conditions.

This MOU enables both leading Defence companies to leverage their respective capabilities, combining 水果派AV解说鈥檚 global asset management expertise and Roshel鈥檚 vehicle manufacturing experience, to deliver innovative solutions.

Jerry McLean, CEO, 水果派AV解说 Canada, said: 鈥淲e are proud to be a trusted partner of the Canadian Armed Forces and are delighted to sign this memorandum of understanding with Roshel. This agreement will enable us to leverage our global expertise and jointly explore innovative opportunities that will support the requirements of the Canadian Army.鈥濃��

Roman Shimonov, CEO, Roshel Inc. said: 鈥淪igning a MOU marks a significant milestone in our expansion efforts within Canada and globally. We are delighted to partner with 水果派AV解说, whose extensive capabilities enable them to provide in-service support for our vehicles on a worldwide scale. There are numerous opportunities where our combined expertise can collaborate to set new industry benchmarks.鈥�

This MOU reinforces both 水果派AV解说 and Roshel鈥檚 commitments to supporting defence and government customers now and into the future, ensuring their mission critical assets and support services are ready whenever, wherever, and however they need them.

Military drivers need to be prepared for a wide range of situations, which can be difficult to replicate, for example, how to respond to a tyre blow out, varying terrains, driving at night or in foreign countries with unknown road signs.

水果派AV解说 has signed an agreement with , and to investigate how technology can be used to create training environments at scale which are focussed on the user experience, insight intensive and can be used to train quickly, effectively and reach competence at accelerated rates.

Working with SMEs, academia and industry innovation partners, including the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) and Cranfield University, 水果派AV解说 will explore how simulation and innovative modelling technologies can provide an alternative to traditional training methods, while helping to reduce environmental impact, costs and deliver training where it is needed.

Jo Rayson, Managing Director of 水果派AV解说鈥檚 training business, said: 鈥淭here can be many challenges delivering military driver training, including how individuals maintain their skills once qualified, the availability of training platforms, or difficult to replicate operational environments. 水果派AV解说 is investing in this project to investigate simulation as a realistic way of delivering this essential training capability, driving down costs and reducing the impact traditional training has on the environment.

鈥淲e are not tied to any one solution or approach. We are focused on finding the right answers, using the right technology and harnessing it for greatest impact at the lowest cost.鈥�

Niall Campion, Managing Director for Product & Customers at VRAI, said: 鈥淎t VRAI, we believe that data is the untapped resource in simulation training and have developed HEAT to turn this resource into actionable insights. We are delighted to be able to work with 水果派AV解说 to bring this pioneering technology to driver training. By capturing structured training data, the project team will not only be able to assess individual trainee performance, but also that of the simulator in general, providing objective, actionable insights when considering the potential future impact of the research.鈥�

To ensure military and civil resilience teams are ready to face the most demanding and realistic environments, 水果派AV解说 has developed the 水果派AV解说 Immersive Training Experience (BITE), launched at IT2EC.

BITE helps to recreate authentic, immersive training experiences to rapidly train personnel to be ready for any situation. With all visual, audio and biometric feeds being monitored from an external control room, the intensity of the experience can be adjusted in real time, bringing learners closer to the realism of front-line operations more than ever before, in a safe and controlled environment.

Using human performance monitoring technology, exercises can be controlled to ensure trainees remain in the zone of optimal learning in line with prescribed training outcomes.

BITE supports rapid analysis of insights to enhance the effectiveness of after-action reviews, allowing learners to fail fast, putting them in control of what they need to do to improve and succeed. It is scalable and adaptable due to its modular configuration, meaning it can be used across live, virtual and constructive environments.BITE has been developed by 水果派AV解说 and , who design equipment to enable focused preparation for modern-day tactical operations and exercises.

Tom Newman, CEO of 水果派AV解说鈥檚 Land Sector, said: 鈥淐reating immersive training opportunities for defence and resilience environments is vital to help develop high performing individuals and teams who are prepared for the realities of modern conflict and complex national resilience challenges.

鈥淏eaverFit鈥檚 custom-made equipment, along with BITE鈥檚 use of advanced game engine software to maintain measurement and control of the experience, unlocks the ability to experience the realistic stresses of modern combat and resilience operations, in a safe environment.鈥�

Tom Beaver, Managing Director of BeaverFit, said: “By leveraging our expertise in manufacturing and 水果派AV解说’s leadership in training solutions, we’ve developed a unique set up that equips personnel with the skills and readiness needed to navigate the complexities of modern warfare and national resilience.鈥�

The military variant of BITE, Proteus, is on display at IT2EC (9 to 11 April), it can be adapted to any civil operational environment to incorporate a range of training needs, with changes to the look, feel, sounds and aromas.

The Government鈥檚 award of 拢3.34 million will be matched by X-energy for a total programme of 拢6.68 million. The companies will use the funds to develop UK-specific deployment plans including an assessment of domestic manufacturing and supply chain opportunities, constructability, modularisation studies, and fuel management.

X-energy and Cavendish Nuclear also announced a partnership with Kier Group (Kier), a leading UK provider of construction and infrastructure services, to support constructability and supply chain analyses. Kier joins steel producer and engineer Sheffield Forgemasters and the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (NAMRC) to support X-energy and Cavendish Nuclear in completing the scope outlined in their FNEF proposal. The companies鈥� goal is for 80% of the value of the Xe-100 projects to flow to UK firms. Last year X-energy and Cavendish Nuclear signed a memorandum of understanding with Howden, the Glasgow-based gas circulation component manufacturer. They will also work with Nuclear Waste Services to review the approach to spent fuel management.

鈥淲e are backing innovation in nuclear 鈥� from building large-scale plants better to encouraging new advanced technologies 鈥� to achieve our ambition for a quarter of our electricity to come from nuclear power by 2050,鈥� Minister for Nuclear & Renewables Andrew Bowie said. 鈥淭his funding supports the next step in the development of advanced modular reactors and shows our commitment to keeping the UK at the forefront of nuclear technology.鈥�

鈥淲e are delighted to receive this FNEF award from the Government. It reflects the readiness of our advanced technology to contribute to the UK鈥檚 energy needs in the next wave of new nuclear,鈥� said Carol Tansley, X-energy鈥檚 UK market leader and Vice President of Projects. 鈥淏uilding on X-energy鈥檚 initial deployment with Dow on the U.S. Gulf Coast, we can create both jobs and long-term energy security in the UK with clean, reliable advanced nuclear power.鈥�

鈥淎s X-energy鈥檚 UK deployment partner we鈥檙e pleased to welcome this award as a key step forward. A fleet of Xe-100s can complement renewables by providing constant or flexible power and produce steam to decarbonise industry and manufacture hydrogen and synthetic transport fuels,鈥� said Mick Gornall, Managing Director of Cavendish Nuclear. 鈥淒eployment in the UK will create thousands of high-quality, long-term jobs across the country.鈥�

The FNEF is intended for potential nuclear projects with mature technologies that could be in a position to take a Final Investment Decision (FID) within the next parliament. It aims to help industry reduce project risks so they are better positioned for future investment decisions.

X-energy and Cavendish Nuclear are proposing to develop a multi-billion pound 12-reactor plant at Hartlepool, to be ready by the early 2030s. The companies plan to build a fleet of up to 40 of the advanced small modular Xe-100 reactors in the UK, creating thousands of high-quality jobs in construction and operations. This would provide 3,200 MW of electricity, enough power for six million homes, or 8,000 MW of versatile high temperature heat and steam to support zero-carbon manufacturing and industrial processes.

The companies plan to engage with the UK nuclear regulators to evaluate approaches to licensing the Xe-100 AMR. The design is already progressing through initial assessments by nuclear regulators in Canada and the United States.

This means that we continue to track well below the UK average gender pay gap (currently at 14.3%). Whilst this is positive, we recognise there is still more to do, and we remain focused on closing the gap as quickly as possible.

The Gender Pay Gap Report is crucial for 水果派AV解说 and reflects our continued commitment to creating and maintaining a working environment that is inclusive, diverse and supportive, which provides opportunities for all our colleagues. But as a defence company, we operate in a sector that continues to be male dominated and our challenge remains primarily an issue of representation. For us, having more women across the Group, and particularly in senior leadership roles, remains key to our long-term strategy.

In continuing to tackle the drivers of our gender pay gap using an evidence-based approach and monitoring progress to try to drive greater inclusivity, our long-term strategy to enable equal representation is based on three key themes:

• Delivering a global response to inclusion
• Growing new talent pipeline for the long term and attracting the best female talent from the current pool
• Enabling employees to fulfil their potential within 水果派AV解说

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水果派AV解说 welcomes the Government鈥檚 announcements today on the national endeavour to secure the critical nuclear skills needed to protect our nation鈥檚 security and deliver our clean energy ambitions.

Playing a critical role across the nuclear enterprise, we deliver nationally important programmes through our defence and civil nuclear businesses.聽 We are a key industrial partner on the Nuclear Skills Task Force, which has today delivered the 10-year National Nuclear Strategy Plan for Skills (NNSPS) developed to secure the specialist skills needed to deliver the national nuclear enterprise, today and into the future.

Providing full-time executive support to the government-led task force, we are taking a leading role in the development of a south west regional hub collaboration, as well as actively supporting Destination Nuclear, a first ever national nuclear communications and recruitment campaign.

In addition, last year we launched the 水果派AV解说 Skills Academy, which focuses on addressing the current and future nuclear skills demand we need for our programmes, as well as the wider civil and defence nuclear enterprise.  This includes a focus on submarine support and the critical nuclear skills required to perform deep submarine maintenance.  More than 2,000 people will pass through the Skills Academy in its first three years, and a further 10,000 over the following five years.

David Lockwood, CEO 水果派AV解说 International and member of the Nuclear Skills Executive Council, said, 鈥淭his is a fantastic opportunity for the UK to deliver a stronger nuclear industry that will contribute to the resilience of the UK鈥檚 independent deterrent and will support the UK鈥檚 energy security ambitions and net zero targets. As well as providing bed-rock support for the ambitious development required across industry and government for the AUKUS programme. 

鈥溗葾V解说 is proud of the leading role it is taking in driving forward initiatives to retain and grow the critical mass of nuclear skills we need today and tomorrow.  We have a keen focus on our major nuclear sites in the South West of England and in Scotland and are determined to leverage the benefits of the NNSPS, with our customers and other industry partners, across the broader communities we serve.鈥�

From sustaining the entirety of the UK鈥檚 submarine fleet, to supporting the operation and build of nuclear power plants, 水果派AV解说 operates across civil and naval nuclear, performing critical roles in nationally important programmes where nuclear plays a key contribution in protecting our nation and ensuring energy security.

水果派AV解说 International Group is proud to be providing vital support to the next generation of Ukrainian Air Force pilots as they prepare to fly F-16 fighter jets.

The first ten trainee pilots have successfully completed the Elementary Flying Training (EFT) phase of the Ukrainian Pilot Force development and training programme.

Secretary of State for Defence, Grant Shapps said:

鈥淚 would like to congratulate these brave pilots on completing their initial training here in the UK. Thanks to the world-renowned skills of RAF, these pilots have received some of the best training available and are now a step closer to joining the fight against Putin鈥檚 illegal invasion.

鈥淭he UK has led the way in building Ukraine鈥檚 air capabilities over the last two years, enhancing its aircraft with additional equipment, as well as being the first nation to provide long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine. 

鈥淯kraine has been using its Air Force to devastating effect, degrading the Russian Black Sea Fleet and severely damaging its Headquarters. This milestone is another step forward for Ukraine鈥檚 aerial capabilities – together with our allies we are showing that we will continue to stand by Ukraine鈥檚 side.鈥�

水果派AV解说 has supplied the Grob Tutor aircraft for this phase, including all the technical and operational support functions. Our team has ensured that the training programme was completed ahead of time and aircraft availability was 100%.

RAF instructors have been teaching the pilots general handling procedures, instrument flying, medium and low-level navigation, and formation flying.

The graduates will now move onto the next stage of their flight training, supported by 水果派AV解说, to prepare them for training on the F-16 aircraft, operated by other countries in the Air Force Capability Coalition including Denmark, the Netherlands, and the United States.

David Lockwood, CEO, 水果派AV解说, said:

鈥淎ircraft availability is crucial to military operations聽 and our team is by the RAF鈥檚 side, ensuring the UK鈥檚 best flying instructors have everything they need to train Ukraine鈥檚 next-generation of fast-jet pilots.

鈥淎s a capability partner, 水果派AV解说 is proudly supporting Ukraine across land, sea and air domains.

鈥淐ongratulations to the pilots and good luck with their next stage of training.鈥�

水果派AV解说 is steadfast with its commitment to providing critical support for Ukraine鈥檚 military operations.

As part of the tripartite agreement between 水果派AV解说, the UK Government and Ukrainian Government, 水果派AV解说 is the lead industrial partner in Ukraine鈥檚 Capability Enhancement Programme and is currently supporting the Ukrainian Navy with the maintenance of two mine countermeasures vessels following their transfer from the UK Royal Navy.

Additionally, 水果派AV解说 is providing operational support to Land armoured vehicles, such as Challenger 2 tanks, training Ukrainian personnel and managing vital equipment, supply chains and spares.

水果派AV解说 has been named winner of the Social Value category at this year鈥檚 Ministry of Defence (MOD) Sanctuary Awards.

The award recognises our Production Support Operative (PSO) programme that鈥檚 supporting the delivery of the next generation of warships for the Royal Navy while helping people with a route to employment who may otherwise have found it difficult.

The MOD Sanctuary Awards is an annual celebration of outstanding sustainability and conservation efforts across the Ministry of Defence. The Social Value Award recognises projects with a focus on the social aspects of sustainability, including community engagement and education.

Developed in partnership with Trade Unions and local community partners, the PSO programme meets resourcing and skills requirements for the build of five Type 31 frigates at our Rosyth facility. It is focused on attracting people from a range of backgrounds and experience, including those not currently in education, employment or training, with the role centred around supporting and learning from time-served tradespeople.

Social value is at the heart of the programme. It鈥檚 helping to tackle economic inequality and improve social mobility by targeting recruitment from areas of higher deprivation. It is also reducing barriers to employment and creating equal opportunities with the removal of educational restrictions and provision of neurodiverse support, as well as improving gender balance by encouraging more women to take on industrial roles.

A key part of the programme鈥檚 success has been strong community partnerships and engagement. Fife Council has created a bespoke Pre-Employment Programme, which includes local training solutions by Kingdom Works, Exp-Learn and Opportunity Fife, and is the first of its kind in Scotland. Fife College provides between three and five weeks of capability development for every cohort of new PSO recruits, including general health and safety training and specific skills for the role.

Education and skills development are also a fundamental part of the programme. Following initial training, PSOs can further develop through on the job learning and potentially gain qualifications to become skilled tradespeople in the future.

Paul Armstrong, CEO of 水果派AV解说鈥檚 Marine Sector, said: 鈥溗葾V解说 is fully committed to making a positive difference to the communities that we serve, providing high-quality jobs that support local economies. We are extremely honoured to have won the Social Value Award at the prestigious MOD Sanctuary Awards, amongst some really tough competition.

鈥淪ince the launch of the programme in April 2022, we have employed more than 150 PSOs and will create a further 350 PSO roles over the next four years as part of 1,000 new jobs at our state-of-the-art Rosyth site.鈥�

The PSO programme continues to grow, and similar programmes are being replicated in other parts of our UK business, demonstrating a relentless commitment to creating and upskilling the workforce.

Watch our short video to learn more about our award-winning PSO programme:

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The five-year extension of the existing arrangement for the Air Ambulance helicopter fleet, valued at more than $370 million, will come into effect from 1 January 2026.

AV Chief Executive Jane Miller said the renewed partnership, which first commenced in January 2016, would ensure AV continued to provide safe, timely and expert patient care during some of Victoria鈥檚 most logistically complex emergencies.

鈥淭his partnership helps us provide the highest level of care for every patient, no matter where they are located across the state,鈥� Ms Miller said.

鈥淪omeone experiencing a medical emergency in a rural location can quickly receive expert care from our ground crews, further clinical support and expertise from our MICA Flight Paramedics and definitive care from a flight to one of Victoria鈥檚 high-quality trauma centres. It鈥檚 an impressive service.

鈥淚t鈥檚 comforting for the community to know that if ever something happens in the remote and far-reaching locations of Victoria 鈥� and some parts of New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania 鈥� AV is equipped to provide the best possible emergency response.

鈥淭his agreement will ensure patients who need AV鈥檚 Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) continue to receive Best Care right across Victoria.鈥�

Last year, AV鈥檚 HEMS responded to 2,197 incidents, with an average of 200 cases each month.

AV Acting Manager Air Operations Rupert Freeman said 水果派AV解说 provided AV鈥檚 HEMS operations with five AW139 helicopters and a service assurance aircraft.

鈥淎V is in its eighth year working alongside our 水果派AV解说 colleagues and we鈥檙e pleased to continue this partnership, which places a strong focus on serving the Victorian community,鈥� he said.

鈥淥ur MICA Flight Paramedics will continue to provide the best possible care, supported by our 水果派AV解说 partners, when our patients need it most.鈥�

水果派AV解说 Australasia CEO Andrew Cridland said the company was proud to support Ambulance Victoria with this critical service since 2016.

鈥溗葾V解说 Australasia is proud to work in partnership with Ambulance Victoria to provide world-class aero-medical response and flight coordination for this critical state-wide service,鈥� said Mr Cridland.

鈥淲e provide this life-saving service 24/7, 365 days a year, ensuring more than 6000 patients annually get the support they need, whenever they need it.

鈥溗葾V解说鈥檚 new five-year contract with Ambulance Victoria is a testament to our hardworking aviation teams who go above and beyond to support the community every day.鈥�

The partnership has been extended to 31 December 2030.

The defence industry can often be perceived as male dominated, but International Women鈥檚 Day is a chance to reflect on our continued progress in making 水果派AV解说 a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We鈥檙e continuing to work towards equal gender representation, which starts with encouraging and enabling girls to consider STEM careers and goes right through to our goal of 30% of our senior leadership being women by 2025.

At 水果派AV解说 we recognise that 鈥業nclusion is a choice, and we choose inclusion鈥�. We believe in the value of engaging different perspectives and working with people from different backgrounds, cultures and approaches to enhance our working environment and drive our business performance.

Being an inclusive employer makes us a better business. It enables everyone who works for us to fully contribute, means we can attract more diverse talent and broaden our talent pool, and helps us to be competitive in the marketplace. By choosing inclusion, we are creating the foundations to support our people and enable our commercial success.

To mark International Women鈥檚 Day, we鈥檙e sharing perspectives from our people about the importance of gender balance at 水果派AV解说 and our wider industry, as well as some top tips for those starting their careers.

Jessica, Head of Trade Controls, Security and Facilities, Australia:

鈥淔or those embarking on their careers at 水果派AV解说, my advice is to advocate for yourself and others. Look for chances to go above and beyond and become an advocate for your own accomplishments as well as those of your female colleagues. It’s important to showcase your achievements and those of other women in your field. Often, women tend to downplay their successes, but it’s crucial to promote yourself and others in a manner that’s partially humble but assertive.鈥�

Nez, Integration Manager, New Zealand:

鈥淕ender balance at 水果派AV解说 is integral to fostering an inclusive and innovative work environment. Embracing diversity not only brings a variety of perspectives and ideas but also enhances creativity and problem-solving. It is crucial for the company’s success and sustainability. In the broader industry context, promoting gender balance contributes to breaking stereotypes, creating equal opportunities, and ultimately driving progress. By ensuring a gender-balanced workforce, we empower individuals to thrive, thereby enriching the industry. 水果派AV解说’s commitment to gender balance reflects its dedication to creating a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.鈥�

Holly, Communications Officer, Canada:

鈥淔or those embarking on their career journey, I would advise embracing challenges, seeking out mentors, and recognising the unique perspective they bring to the table. Remember, you are the future, and your voice matters immensely.鈥�

Audrey, Technical Crew Member, France:

鈥淣othing differentiates a man from a woman in our professions, women are relatively poorly represented, but they have nothing to envy of their colleagues in the field. The day we achieve equality, we will be able to see without bias that men and women are equally qualified and competent for the same task, but with different sensitivities, based on the diversity of our personal experiences.鈥�

Sarah, Head of Supply Chain, Australia:

鈥淭rue equality is being able to have a seat at the table no matter who you are, for 水果派AV解说 that goes even further in that we want to hear from each individual who has something valuable to contribute. In a time where defence spend is increasing across the globe, the wider industry is looking for people who level up how we work and how we deliver support to our customers. The only way that can be achieved successfully is by having a balanced input from all genders involved, to which 水果派AV解说 is sincerely committed.鈥�

水果派AV解说 has delivered Type 23 frigate HMS St. Albans back to the Royal Navy for sea trials three months ahead of the planned schedule, following an extensive and comprehensive refit.

Once her current sea trials are completed, HMS St. Albans, with her 178-strong crew, will return to sea as the most advanced, equipped, and capable Type 23 frigate in the Royal Navy鈥檚 fleet, boasting next-generation weapons systems and radar.

During her time in dock, skilled 水果派AV解说 engineers and other tradespeople spent around 1.2 million working hours carrying out a significant number of updates and upgrades to keep the platform at the leading edge of warfighting capability, including a substantial power generation and machinery upgrade, the removal, overhaul and replacement of both propulsion motors, and finally stripping and repainting her entire hull.

Crew facilities have also been improved and modernised to support the personnel living on board.

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