His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth is set to receive targeted investment aimed at modernising critical infrastructure, according to a parliamentary written response from the Ministry of Defence.
In response to a question from Conservative MP James Cartlidge, Minister of State for Defence Maria Eagle confirmed that the regeneration funding, as outlined in the 2025 Spring Statement, will be allocated across three main areas: refurbishment and upgrade of accommodation, a jetty upgrade programme, and broader estate development.
“This allocation aims to provide good quality, safe accommodation, ensure the jetties can better meet the demand of the surface fleet, and create a resilient, efficient, and sustainable Naval Base,” said Eagle.
The funding comes amid a wider push to modernise and future-proof the Royal Navy’s shore infrastructure. The improvements to jetties are particularly significant given the increasing tempo of operations and demands on the fleet.
However, the MOD clarified that the funding outlined in the Spring Statement does not cover the full extent of the base’s long-term regeneration needs. Further investment decisions will be informed by the forthcoming Strategic Defence Review.
Portsmouth Naval Base is one of the Royal Navy’s most strategically important shore facilities, home to the Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers and a range of other surface combatants. It plays a central role in fleet sustainment, operations, and maintenance—making its continued development a key part of the UK’s maritime posture.
Further details on specific projects or timelines have not yet been disclosed.
Needs a carrier sized dry dock
No it doesnt.
Yes it does, however it could cost hundreds of millions to enlarge one of the old battleship docks. I doubt Rachel from accounts would fund it.
It’s not really a top priority when we have a carrier sized drydock elsewhere already.
Yes, but it has restrictions.
So whats happening to Devonport ?
Getting a lot of development for Nuclear subs
nice picture, but where are all the ships ??
a naval base with no ships’ ,less the carrier.
unless i have it wrong , just an innocent thought..
You have it wrong. I see at least 4 Type 45’s, 3 Type 23’s, 2 River B1’s, Ex-RFA Dilligence and Ex-HMS Bristol alongside, plus the Carrier. I think there might also be a 5th Type 45 in a dry dock.
Very true… The other thing is increased reliability and tasking… Naval and commercial ships do no good tied up in ordinary
I’ve rarely seen it busier in recent years…
need to put my glasses on, ..lol
Hopefully Pompey Dockyard will return to its primary function as a Naval Base that supports a growing Blue Water Navy. Rather than a tourist attraction that celebrates the past glories of the RN. It has become a joke in the last 30 years. No doubt the security of the base and its assets will need to increase. Hopefully the STEM skill base in Portsmouth and the surrounding area will grow and benefit the local population. Less Tourists!! More Matelots & Dockyard Mateys is what’s Needed!!
Whilst I want to see the navy grow, and Portsmouth’s part in that, tourist attractions at the historic dockyard are a vital source of revenue to the city, which has grown yet more recently as the city has become a destination for local cruise ship routes, with lots of day spending visitors. It also is a powerful tool to attract the next generation of sailors, my own son is joining the RN, in part shaped by visiting HMS Alliance, Victory and the museums.
The tourists are important too. If you want to recruit widely and make a broad appeal for public interest in defence and the Navy, then the public need to be able to see it and get close to it, and we need to make that as easy as possible for them. The tickets to visit there are now very expensive: I’d be slashing the price for UK taxpayers to get more people to come. Celebrating past glories is vital if we are to achieve any new ones!