CAIRNS SETS TREND IN NEW NAVY UNIFORM

NAVY personnel in Cairns and the Northern Territory are the first to be issued the new maritime multicam pattern uniform (MMPU).

The MMPU uniform replaces the disruptive pattern navy uniform, which has been in service for 12 years.

Chief of Navy Vice-Admiral Michael Noonan said it was great to see the rollout of the new look.

“It’s important that their kit is fit-for-purpose and evolves to meet the needs of our fleet and the environments that we operate in,” he said.

“The new MMPU is based on design feedback directly from our sailors and will provide our people with greater utility and comfort to perform the important work they do in support of our nation.

“I look forward to seeing our members in Darwin and Cairns kitted out in the MMPU, providing them with greater comfort as we move into this summer season.”

The rollout of the MMPU across navy is scheduled to take place progressively across states and be completed late next year.

The new lighter-weight uniform uses technology to enhance safety and comfort.

Seaman General Experience Gemma Silverstand and Midshipman Morgan Schieflebein wear the Royal Australian Navy’s new maritime multi-cam pattern uniform.