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Last week the team at JFD Sweden had the pleasure of hosting the Swedish Defence Minister Pål Jonson at their facility in Rindö. With a background as a conscript on the Swedish Marines (Costal Ranger) he was delighted to be back on the Island to hear about the ambitions and growth opportunities for the JFD Sweden operation. Our Tactical Diving Vehicles (TDVs) were the highlight of the day, and we look forward to welcoming him back to the island soon for a ride. 🌊 #TacticalDivingVehicles #Sweden #Defence

We were delighted to host the ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) PVHO (Pressure Vessel for Human Occupancy) committee meeting this week at our National Hyperbaric Centre (NHC) in Aberdeen. The National Hyperbaric Centre houses the only land-based saturation diving complex in the UK and plays an important role as a hyperbaric reception facility. Danny Gray, Commercial Diving and Hyperbaric Director said: “ It was a pleasure to welcome the committee to the NHC this week. The team took the opportunity to showcase the capabilities of the facility and how we incorporate ASME PVHO International standards and procedures across all our JFD technologies to ensure safety within the industry." It was the first time the meeting had been hosted in Scotland and for many of the members their first experience of traditional Scottish hospitality. Thank you to everyone who attended for making it a successful and enjoyable visit. #NationalHyperbaricCentre #Safety #Collaboration

JFD was proud to support the Naval Attaché Association Winter Dinner, where our leadership team had the opportunity to engage with global defence representatives and discuss evolving challenges facing modern navies. With increasing focus on submarine rescue, military diver operations, and subsea security, JFD remains committed to delivering world-leading solutions that enhance naval readiness and resilience worldwide. Great to connect with so many defence leaders—thank you to the Naval Attaché Association for hosting us! #DefenceIndustry #SubmarineRescue #GlobalSecurity #Innovation #StrategicPartnerships

It was a pleasure to host the Secretary of State for Scotland and we would like to thank him for his visit and for championing the Scottish defence industry, showcasing our expertise and his support for the NATO Submarine Rescue Service. #SubmarineRescue #Defence

We were delighted to host The Rt Hon Ian Murray MP, Secretary of State for Scotland yesterday at our Glasgow facility, the new home of the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS). Operated and maintained by JFD Global on behalf of the UK MoD and Partner Nations (France & Norway), the NSRS moved to its new home from HM Naval Base Clyde (aka Faslane) late in 2024. During a tour of the facility, the Secretary of State was given the opportunity to see the entire rescue system including: - a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) used for the initial intervention phase to help locate a disabled submarine - the Submarine Rescue Vehicle (SRV) used to rescue submariners and transport them to the surface - the Transfer Under Pressure (TUP) System which allows treatment of rescued submariners by specialist hyperbaric medical teams - and the Command Module where the entire operation is coordinated and controlled The visit supports the announcement made by the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer for major support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) following a historic commitment to increase spending on defence. The move will ensure more money is spent directly with British small businesses and boosts the economy of small towns and suburbs in every region of the UK as part of the Government's new Defence Industrial Strategy. The Rt Hon Ian Murray MP, Secretary of State for Scotland commented: "It was a real pleasure to visit JFD in Renfrew, and to meet the team working on some of the most high-tech defence technology we have. Scotland's defence sector is amongst the best in the world. Helping to protect our own military personnel and those of our allies - while contributing to economic growth and good jobs in Scotland." Robert Hales, Head of Defence at JFD commented: “I am delighted to see the news today around the increase in defence spending and the boost this will provide to many SMEs around the UK. We would like to thank the Secretary of State for Scotland for his visit and for championing the Scottish defence industry, showcasing our expertise and his support for the NATO Submarine Rescue Service. “ Read the full article here http://bit.ly/4kr3d9q #Submarinerescue #defence #LaunchandRecovery #SMEs

STEM highlights: 👷♀️👷 Thanks to Nick Graves and Dorothy Esson CEng for supporting the STEM Ambassadors stand at SubSea Expo last week. Mechanical Engineer Dorothy Esson has recently joined the Aberdeen Area Institution of Mechanical Engineers Committee with a special remit to develop the local promotion and support of STEM activities, as well as being a STEM Ambassador herself. Lots of luck to Dorothy as she develops this new role. 👏 Nick Graves, also a Mechanical Engineer based at Westhill, works for the Aberdeen Area IMechE covering around 2000 engineers. Nick was also invited to Tarves Primary School as part of the Primary Engineers Leaders Award, “ if you were an engineer what would you do?” national competition. Nick spent time explaining how engineers solve problems and discussed the engineering applications behind some of our products, such as diving – surface and rebreather, respirators and medical ventilators. All the students enjoyed trying on the diving helmets and masks. Thank you to Nick and Dorothy for their support in inspiring the next generation. #STEM #Engineering #Diving

JFD Australia was pleased to host Australia’s Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery the Hon Pat Conroy MP and the Federal Member for Paterson, Ms Meryl Swanson MP at the official opening of its advanced manufacturing hub at Beresfield, New South Wales. Their visit included a detailed inspection of some of the life support systems we build that are exported for use by navies around the world. Keeping defence force personnel safe underwater is our number one priority. Read more: https://bit.ly/4bjoT39 #Manufacturing #SubseaTechnology #Expansion

We were honoured to welcome Ministers Hon Pat Conroy MP and Meryl Swanson MP to our new Hunter facility where they saw first hand the world class innovation and expertise that makes JFD Australia a leader in hyperbaric chambers and submarine escape and rescue services. This investment and support reinforces our commitment to Australian manufacturing and defence capability. Thank you for backing local industry and jobs! #DefenceIndustry #Manufacturing #Innovation #TeamJFD

Australia’s submarine rescue system is in safe hands as JFD, the trusted provider of the system since 2009, locks in a contract extension to deliver this critical sovereign capability for a further four years. Keeping those who work underwater safe has been and will always be our number one priority. Read the Press Release here: https://bit.ly/3QvVngX #SubmarineRescue #Safety #Partnership

Celebrating Excellence: Over 40 Years with BAUER KOMPRESSOREN GmbH JFD is proud to celebrate over 40 years of partnership as distributors of BAUER KOMPRESSOREN GmbH, a testament to quality, innovation, and reliability in breathing air and gas compression solutions. 2025 marks an incredible milestone; 30 years of the Junior Compressor, one of the most trusted and durable portable compressors on the market globally, the Junior II continues to set the standard for performance in demanding environments. Exclusive offer available for a limited time only: To celebrate, we are offering new and existing clients the opportunity to purchase the Anniversary Edition Junior II which includes: • 2 additional filter cartridges • A 1-year warranty extension • A commemorative “30 Years” sticker • An informative brochure showcasing the history of the JUNIOR II For more information or to order please contact sales@jfdglobal.com referencing Anniversary Edition Junior II #JuniorII #BreathingAir #Diving #BauerKompressoren