Exercise Arctic Tide strengthens joint expeditionary force readiness and tests the UK’s ability to operate in the frigid Arctic environment.
EnglandteethNorwayin the fjords around Tromsø in northern Norway.「Arctic Tide」completed a 10-day landing exercise called The mission is designed to test the ability of allied forces to conduct amphibious landings and maintain supplies in harsh environments during an invasion.
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In the exercise,Royal MarinesThe Norwegian and Norwegian forces worked together to train troops in a simulated combat environment, including landing troops, establishing coastal defenses, and resupplying ammunition and supplies.
Part of the Tarassis military exercise series
Arctic Tideteeth,TarassisPart of the exercise seriesJoint Expeditionary Force – JEFThis is the largest training exercise in its 11-year history. The JEF is a coalition of 10 Nordic countries prepared to rapidly respond to threats in the region.
Late at night when the operation began, approx.350 British soldiers— including Marines and sailors —RFA Lyme BayHe boarded the auxiliary ship and set off. At the same time, a Royal Navy patrol shipbaltic seawas coordinating joint operations.
Focus on logistical challenges and tactical landings
Highlights of the operation will be based in Taunton40 Commando Royal MarinesIt was a landing by The unit trained in overcoming logistical and tactical obstacles behind enemy lines and established a beachhead in difficult arctic terrain. This is an important step to allow the arrival of allied reinforcements.
North Devon Logistics Regimentplayed a key role, testing traditional resupply methods as well as experimenting with new solutions to ensure the movement of goods to remote and difficult-to-reach areas.
The exercise strengthens the UK and Allies’ ability to operate in extreme environments and demonstrates the joint expeditionary force’s determination to protect NATO’s northern defences.
Source and image:Royal Navy. This article was created with the help of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
