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CDLS Commendations 2024 recipients revealed

The Chief of Defence Logistics and Support (CDLS) has announced the CDLS Commendations 2024 recipients.

Above: VAdm Andy Kyte presenting Cdr Chris Fingleton with his CDLS Commendation 2024.
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CDLS Vice Admiral (VAdm) Andy Kyte has announced the names of the individuals and teams recognised in the CDLS Commendations 2024, including six industry partners.

The recipients have been awarded a CDLS Commendation for their commitment and dedication to the delivery and improvement of support to the front line.

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VAdm Andy Kyte said: "It is with great honour that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all recipients of the CDLS Commendation 2024. Your dedication and exceptional contributions have made a profound and lasting impact on support and you should take immense pride in your achievements.

"This year, I am also pleased to announce the inclusion of six distinguished industry awardees. This not only underscores the vital and enduring partnership between defence and industry but also serves as a testament to the power of collaboration in achieving our shared goals. The inclusion of industry representatives in the CDLS Commendations will continue to be a cornerstone of our recognition process moving forward.

"Once again, I commend each of you for your outstanding work and commitment to excellence. You have set a remarkable standard for all to follow and I look forward to presenting your awards in person later this year."

Ministry of Defence recipients

  • Mr Chris Leonard, Defence Support
  • Major Rob Kelly, Royal Logistic Corps
  • Commander Justin Rowland, Royal Navy  
  • Captain Paul Ryan, Royal Logistic Corps  
  • Staff Sergeant Barry Langley, Royal Logistic Corps
  • Commander Chris Fingleton, Royal Australian Navy (pictured receiving his Commendation ahead of his promotion and move back to Australia).
  • Lieutenant Colonel John Young, Royal Logistic Corps
  • Ms Gemma Edwards, Defence Support  
  • Major Anthony Bryant, Royal Regiment of Fusiliers
  • WO1 (Conductor) Richard Ockwell, Royal Logistic Corps  
  • Mrs Linda Hoadley, Field Army
  • Major Dan Heavey, Royal Logistic Corps  
  • Petty Officer Air Engineering Technician Jack Barnett, Royal Navy
  • Team: Navy Demand Data Interim Solution (NDDIS)  
  • Team: Logistics Services and Commodities (LS&C)  
  • Team: Interim Strategic Sea Lift (I-SSL)
  • Team: Generation Logistics Team  
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Industry recipients

  • Frank Murphy (TFD Europe) and Darren Jackson (Public Sector Recruiting)
  • Rebecca MacLean (Geopura)
  • Team: Tornado 2 Tempest Rolls Royce
  • Team: Revolutionary Hydrogen Generation - Fuelling MoD’s Future
  • Team: Babcock Project HECTOR delivery team
  • Team Leidos Operations Team

Individuals and teams will be formally awarded their Commendations later in the year.

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