2 Close Support Battalion REME

2 Close Support Battalion REME is a battalion of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers of the British Army.

2 Close Support Battalion REME
Active1993–present
Country United Kingdom
Branch British Army
RoleEquipment Support
SizeBattalion
278 personnel
Part of101 Logistic Brigade
Garrison/HQLeuchars Station, Fife
EngagementsOperation Telic
Operation Herrick

History

The battalion was formed in 1993, through the re-designation of 7 Armoured Workshop, at St Barbara Barracks, Fallingbostel. The battalion's initial role was supporting 7th Armoured Brigade, just like its predecessor unit did.


Under the Future Soldier reforms, the battalion is due to be re-designated as 2 Force Support Battalion, and transfer from the close support to the divisional support role.

Structure

The battalion's current structure is as follows:

  • 7 Close Support Company
  • 11 Close Support Company

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