HMS Portland arrives in Gibraltar tomorrow for a visit as she sets out on a seven month deployment to the Atlantic.

During her deployment HMS Portland will undertake maritime security operations, including counter-narcotics and anti-piracy patrols, providing opportunities to work with other navies to strengthen ties and demonstrate the Royal Navy’s commitment to the region.

Commanding Officer of HMS Portland, Commander Sarah West said: "This deployment marks the culmination of a busy period regenerating HMS Portland from upkeep to operational status. My ship’s company are looking forward to the challenges offered by the deployment and the opportunity to work alongside other navies.’’

HMS Portland’s Lynx helicopter will also use RAF Gibraltar this week for training exercises and will fly various sorties from the airfield.