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Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) transits the Atlantic Ocean during Builder's Sea Trials, Jan. 28, 2026. Builder’s Trials provide an opportunity to test ship systems and components at sea for the first time, and make required adjustments prior to additional underway testing. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaitlin Young)

USS Cleveland (LCS 31)

U.S. Navy Accepts Delivery of Final Freedom-Variant Littoral Combat Ship, USS Cleveland (LCS 31). Cleveland is the 16th and final ship of its class, marking the completion of the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS) construction phases.

USS Idaho (SSN 799)

GROTON, Conn. – The U.S. Navy accepted delivery of the Submarine Force’s newest fast attack submarine, the future USS Idaho (SSN 799), from General Dynamics Electric Boat Dec. 15, 2025. This marks the second delivery of a Virginia-class fast attack submarine this year.

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After more than a decade of collaborative design and construction efforts, Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command and Naval Support Activity South Potomac—the host command of NSWC IHD—hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony officially opening NSWC IHD’s newest, state-of-the-art Advanced Energetic Research Laboratory Complex in Indian Head, Md., June 24. The facility is one of the largest energetic materials R&D facilities in the Department of War, enabling development of novel explosive and propellant formulations utilized to enhance range, speed, lethality and signature management of current and emerging joint weapon systems.

World-Class Advanced Energetic Research Lab Complex Opens at NSWC IHD; Among DoW’s Largest, Most Unique RDT&E Facilities

By NSWC IHD Public Affairs | June 25, 2026

Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the command’s newest state-of-the-art Advanced Energetic Research Laboratory Complex in Indian Head,...

WASHINGTON, DC (June 11, 2026) - Vice Admiral Jim Downey, Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Ms. Leslie Joseph, Deputy Commander, Total Force and Corporate Operations, hosted the NAVSEA Excellence Awards in the auditorium. The 2025 NAVSEA Excellence in Acquisition Award is presented to Mr. Michael J. Campbell (center). Mr. Campbell played a pivotal role in shaping acquisition strategy for programs like BBG(X) and FF(X), Mr. Campbell distilled complex data into clear operational impacts. His strategic insight empowered senior navy leaders to make critical, cost-effective decisions that will forge a more resilient and capable fleet for generations to come. (U.S. Navy photo by Laura Lakeway)

NAVSEA Recognizes Excellence

By Naval Sea Systems Command Office of Corporate Communications | June 17, 2026

NAVSEA Honors Excellence and Innovation at Annual Awards Ceremony WASHINGTON – The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) recognized its top individual and team performers during the 2025 NAVSEA Excellence awards ceremony. The...

Virginia Tech College of Engineering students highlight their project at the college's Department of Engineering Education Interdisciplinary Expo April 29. (Photo courtesy of Robin Ott, Virginia Tech)

Virginia Tech students develop communication system for NSWCDD

By Jennifer Erickson | June 15, 2026

Naval vessels use radio frequency (RF) signals to maintain communication with allies stationed on shore. However, this link can be frequently disrupted by environmental challenges, including signal reflections off the water’s...

SAN DIEGO (June 4, 2026) From left to right, Capt. Brian Karosich, commanding officer of Southwest Regional Maintenance Center; Vice Adm. James Downey, commanding officer, Navy Sea Systems Command; Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle; Capt. Bill Albert, commanding officer of Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity (SIMA) San Diego; and Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, cuts the ceremonial ribbon signifying the reestablishment of Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity (SIMA), San Diego. The Navy reestablished SIMAs in San Diego and Norfolk in June as training commands for Sailors to improve their skills at repairing, maintaining, and modernizing surface warships. (U.S. Navy photo by Christopher Menzie)

SIMA San Diego Reestablished to Drive Fleet Self-Sufficiency and Warfighter Readiness

By Southwest Regional Maintenance Center Public Affairs | June 5, 2026

SAN DIEGO – In a decisive move to restore and expand organic ship repair capabilities, the Navy officially reestablished Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity, San Diego (SIMA SD) on June 1. This strategic West Coast...

NSWC IHD cast its first-ever Mk 70 propellant grain into a salvaged Mk 12 booster case, a significant step toward increasing the command’s production capacity of large solid rocket motors for national defense programs. The command’s Mk 70 Production Using Salvaged Hardware (PUSH) program reuses components from Mk 12 Terrier boosters to produce certified Mk 70 boosters for fleet readiness and training requirements. (U.S. Navy photo Released)

NSWC Indian Head Division Hits Milestone with First-Ever Mk 70 Solid Rocket Motor Cast

By NSWC IHD Public Affairs | June 4, 2026

Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) recently cast its first-ever regrained Mk 70 solid rocket motor (SRM) in the command’s manufacturing facilities in Indian Head, Maryland. This effort represents a...