Navy Week 2025: Showcasing the Future of the Royal Australian Navy
Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, AO, RAN, proudly invites all Australians to take part in Navy Week 2025, running from 3 to 9 March. This annual celebration provides a unique opportunity for the public to engage with the men and women of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and gain insight into the Navy’s vital role in safeguarding Australia’s security and economic prosperity.
Vice Admiral Hammond said: “It’s an honour to open Navy Week and see our people who serve, their families, and the broader Australian community come together to celebrate and recognise the crucial role Navy plays in protecting our nation’s economic prosperity and the Australian way of life. Navy Week 2025 recognises the significant investment in the size and lethality of the Navy’s surface combatant fleet. Last year, Navy achieved three successful test firings of new missile capabilities in one year—the Naval Strike Missile, the Standard Missile-6, and the Tomahawk cruise missile.
“Our people are our greatest asset. Dedicated, trained, extraordinary Australians committed to Navy’s role are our competitive edge. Without our people and the support of their families, none of our work would be possible.”
Celebrating the Future of the Navy
This year’s Navy Week theme, Future of the Navy, highlights the investment in a larger and more powerful surface combatant fleet, complemented by a future fleet of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. As the Navy continues to evolve, these advancements ensure Australia’s maritime forces remain ready to meet future challenges.
Navy Week will feature a variety of events, including ceremonial sunsets, base open days, and community engagement activities across major cities and regional areas. These events offer Australians a chance to connect with Navy personnel, witness naval traditions, and better understand how the RAN operates on, under, and above the sea.
Get Involved
Navy Week is an opportunity to celebrate the dedication of Navy personnel and their families while showcasing the cutting-edge capabilities that will shape the future of the RAN. The Royal Australian Navy invites all Australians to take part in the festivities and experience Navy Week 2025 firsthand.
For a full list of Navy Week events and activities, visit navy.gov.au.
