Naval sultans
The Royal Navy turns out some of the smartest, most able plant engineers on the planet. Brian Tinham takes a look at HMS Sultan and finds out the secrets of success
An Illustrious Career
It takes a certain kind of person to be a marine engineering technician (ETME) in the Royal Navy - and a decidedly special engineer. Why? Quite simply, because they have to be 'can do' individuals able, practically at a moment's notice, to turn their hands to whatever ship engagements throw at them. Which also means they have to be multi-skilled, practised in stripping down, diagnosing and rebuilding a wide range of plant. And they must rise to the responsibility of a role that includes both operations and maintenance.