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USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)

The world's largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), conducts flight operations in the North Sea, Aug. 23, 2025. Gerald R. Ford, a first-in-class aircraft carrier and deployed flagship of Carrier Strike Group Twelve, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the warfighting effectiveness, lethality, and readiness of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, and defend U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Maxwell Orlosky)

USS San Antonio (LPD 17) launches LCAC while in port

A landing craft air cushion assigned to Assault Craft Unit 4, exits the well deck of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio (LPD 17) while in port. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (IWO ARG) and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) is America’s 9-1-1 force-lethal, capable, and adaptable-ready to respond to contingency missions around the globe.

USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 17, 2025) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) conducts an anchoring evolution. Sailors and Marines of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (IWO ARG) – 22nd MEU(SOC) departed Norfolk and Camp Lejeune, North Carolina after completing a comprehensive, nine-month training program. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Logan Goins)

USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117)

(June 5, 2025) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), steams into formation alongside NATO ships during Baltic Operations 2025. BALTOPS 25 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Lagadi)

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NSWC Dahlgren Division advances shipboard self-sufficiency with fiber optic test and repair certification in 7th Fleet

By Kristin Davis, | Sept. 15, 2025

The Navy’s Fiber Optic Test and Repair (FOTR) Certification Program reached a significant milestone by certifying the first certification site and inspector within the 7th Fleet. This achievement marks a critical step toward...

From left: Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Warfighting Readiness and Response Lead Rob Ward, Battle Watch Commander Lt. Adam Bibeau, Commanding Officer Capt. Joe Oravec and Technical Director (Acting) Shawna McCreary showcased one of the war rooms. The room serves as the center location for the Crisis Response Center at NSWCDD. (Dorina Watermolen/NSWCDD Photo)

Standing watch: Inside NSWCDD's Crisis Response Center

By Dorina Watermolen, | Sept. 9, 2025

When crisis strikes, every second counts. At Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), a command-and-control capability stands ready to respond – the Crisis Response Center (CRC).This isn't just another...

Serving as a captain in the Army Reserves, has given Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division's Vijay Ahluwalia a unique perspective as a civilian engineer. “When I’m in uniform, I’m the customer. When I’m at Dahlgren, I’m building a solution,

Dual duty: Bridging military leadership and engineering excellence at NSWCDD

By Kristin Davis, | Sept. 9, 2025

At 19, Vijay Ahluwalia was adrift. He’d recently returned to New York after more than a decade away in his mother’s native Uganda, where they’d moved after his father died.College was off the table, for the moment. So was a...

Participants look on as an operator remotely maneuvers an unmanned aerial vehicle during an operational scenario at the 2025 National Robot Rodeo held in Aurora, Colo., Aug. 14. (U.S. Navy photo Released)

NSWC Indian Head Division Influences Future EOD Technology at National Robot Rodeo

By NSWC IHD Public Affairs | Sept. 3, 2025

As leaders in the explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) community, Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) participated in the 2025 National Robot Rodeo (NRR) event in Aurora, Colorado, August 11-15 and were...

The U.S. Navy has accepted delivery of Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 114, the latest Ship to Shore Connector (SSC) from Textron Systems, following successful Acceptance Trials.
This next-generation air cushion vehicle enhances the Navy’s amphibious capabilities by providing rapid, over-the-beach transport of heavy payloads — ranging from 60 to 75 tons — including personnel, equipment, and weapon systems.
Maintaining compatibility with legacy LCACs and existing well deck-equipped vessels, LCAC 114 marks a significant step forward in modernizing the Navy’s Fleet for operational demands.

Navy Accepts Delivery of Ship to Shore Connector, Landing Craft, Air Cushion 114

By Team Ships Public Affairs | Aug. 29, 2025

NEW ORLEANS– The U.S. Navy accepted delivery of Ship to Shore Connector, Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 114, from Textron Systems, August 28. Delivery of LCAC 114 follows completion of acceptance trials and represents the...