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Rob Bosshardt honoured with OBE for services to veterans’ welfare

13th January 2025

Here at RNBT, we’re extremely proud that our former Chief Executive, Commander Rob Bosshardt RN (Retired), has been appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the New Year Honours List 2025 for his exceptional services to veterans’ welfare.

Rob served as Chief Executive of RNBT from 2017 until his retirement in 2024. During his tenure, Rob led the Trust with dedication and vision, and his leadership was instrumental in numerous advancements, including the successful delivery of Admiral Jellicoe House, our centenary care home project, and the enhancement of our benevolence processes, which proved resilient during challenging times such as the pandemic.

Rob spent a large portion of his career in active service and, through RNBT, has supported the welfare of thousands of serving and former Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their families. As a team, we at RNBT extend our heartfelt congratulations to Rob on this well-deserved and prestigious honour.

On receiving the honour, Rob said: “RNBT is a really special organisation in which I feel very privileged to have played a part. The OBE reflects the commitment of the entire team, who continue to work relentlessly to ensure Royal Navy veterans and their dependants receive the help and support they deserve.

“Helping our people is at the heart of everything RNBT does and my greatest hope is that this incredible honour helps to raise awareness among the whole naval community that RNBT is here for them.”

The RNBT offers wide-ranging financial help for those who serve or have served, as well as their families. Learn more here.