Commodore Maloney who rose to the highest rank ever achieved by a naval officer in the defence forces, has retired.

Report shows Standing Down Ceremony as Commodore inspects guard of honour for the last time.

Naval Service Pipe Band playing.

Naval vessels LE Orla and LE Ciara.

The reporter is Tom MacSweeney.

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