22nd May 2025—The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the HMS Glasgow’s naming ceremony at the BAE Systems’ shipyard in Scotstoun, Glasgow.
The Princess, Sponsor of HMS Glasgow, smashed a bottle of whisky against the ship’s hull for good luck—as is tradition!
To cheers from hundreds of friends, family, workers, VIP guests and the 45-strong ship’s company at BAE Systems shipbuilding facility in Scotstoun, The Duchess of Rothesay, as she is known in Scotland, declared the time-honoured words: “I name this ship Glasgow. May God bless her and all who serve in her.”
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Kate’s outfit:
Navy blue coat dress with cream trim, by Suzannah.
Coordinating hat by Philip Treacy
Emmy London Natasha clutch
Gianvito Rossi 105 Pumps in Bisque Suede
Princess Diana’s earrings
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