The Award is presented annually to the HM ship, submarine, Naval Air Squadron or Royal Marine Unit that is judged to have made the best contribution to a positive image of the Royal Navy during the year to 30 September.
The nomination and judging arrangements are carried out by the Royal Navy.
Recent winners
2019 40 Commando Royal Marines
2020 HMS Tamar
2021 45 Commando
2022 HMS Defender
2024 815 Naval Air Squadron
The winner receives a cut-crystal ship’s decanter mounted on a plinth of oak from HMS Victory.
The award has been presented annually since 1993.
