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NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND HOLDS CHANGE OF COMMAND CEREMONY
January 3, 2024 — WASHINGTON – Vice Adm. James Downey assumed command of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) from Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson during a change-of-command ceremony, at the Washington Navy Yard, Jan. 3. Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Lisa Franchetti was the presiding officer.The CNO thanked Anderson for taking on the tremendous responsibility of... MORE

Vice Adm. James Downey assumed command from Rear Adm. Thomas Anderson (L) during the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Change of Command ceremony which took place in Dahlgren Park at the Washington Navy Yard. (U.S. Navy photo by Laura Lakeway/RELEASED)

U.S. Navy Accepts Delivery of First Extra Large Unmanned Undersea Vehicle Test Asset System
December 20, 2023 — HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., — The U.S. Navy recently accepted delivery of the first Extra Large Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV) Test Asset System, designated XLE0, from the manufacturer Boeing. The XLUUV, also known as Orca, marks a significant milestone in advancing the Navy’s undersea capabilities.The delivery of the Navy’s first-ever Orca XLUUV... MORE

U.S. Navy Successfully Completes Large Unmanned Surface Vessel Testing Milestone
December 20, 2023 — WASHINGTON – The U.S. Navy successfully completed a milestone “no touch” 720-hour continuous power demonstration of a diesel generator for Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) operations. Demonstrating the capability and durability of engine plants to operate for extended periods without human intervention at sea is a critical enabler for the continued... MORE

USS Devastator completes 7-month maintenance period 18 days early
December 20, 2023 — Forward Deployed Regional Maintenance Center (FDRMC) Detachment Bahrain completed the docking selected restricted availability (DSRA) for Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Devastator (MCM 6) 18 days early on Dec. 18, 2023. Devastator is forward deployed to U.S. 5th Fleet to help ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region... MORE

MANAMA, Bahrain (Dec. 17, 2023) U.S. Navy Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Devastator (MCM 6) departs Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain for sea trials, Dec. 17. NSA Bahrain enables the forward operations and responsiveness of U.S. and allied forces in support of Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia's mission to provide services to the fleet, warfighter and family. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class MacAdam Kane Weissman)

Keel Authenticated for Future USS George M. Neal
December 15, 2023 — The keel for the future USS George M. Neal (DDG 131), a Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, was ceremonially laid at HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division, December 15... MORE

FDRMC Detachment Rota Conducts Change of Charge
December 15, 2023 — Cmdr. Gregory DeJute relieved Capt. Paul Murch as officer in charge of Forward Deployed Regional Maintenance Center (FDRMC) Detachment Rota during a change of charge ceremony held onboard Naval Station Rota, Spain, Dec. 15, 2023.FDRMC commanding officer, Capt. Brian Karosich, presided over the ceremony. Karosich highlighted Murch’s extensive... MORE

SERMC 3D Lab produces another AM win for Navy
December 12, 2023 — NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, Fla. — Additive Manufacturing (AM) 3D printers continue to enable sailors across the Navy with continuity of operations of the fleet’s warships. New high-resolution 3D printers at Southeast Regional Maintenance Center (SERMC) are adding the capability to manufacture intricate replacement parts on-site, directly impacting the... MORE

AUKUS-Related Foreign Military Sales Case Goes to Congress
December 11, 2023 — WASHINGTON – The Department of State endorsed, and the Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered congressional notification of, a proposed Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Case for submarine training devices, personnel training, planning, and nonrecurring engineering (NRE) services in support of the AUKUS Pillar One Optimal Pathway. The case will... MORE

Navy to Christen Amphibious Assault Ship Bougainville
December 1, 2023 — The Navy will christen its newest America-class amphibious assault ship, the future USS Bougainville (LHA 8), during a 9 a.m. CST ceremony Saturday, Dec. 2, in Pascagoula, Mississippi.Under Secretary of the Navy Eric Raven will deliver the christening ceremony's principal address. Remarks will also be provided by Vice Adm. Del Crandall Jr., Judge... MORE

US Navy Submarine Industrial Base Team Launches 2023-2024 Defense Trade Skill Pipeline Programs
November 17, 2023 — WASHINGTON NAVY YARD – Over the last two months, the U.S. Navy’s Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) program team, in partnership with a critical network of Department of Defense suppliers, launched its 2023—2024 Talent Pipeline Program. In launching the next pipeline, a series of workforce trade skill events were held in key maritime centers of... MORE

Hampton Roads, Virginia – A group photo at the Navy Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) Program’s Talent Pipeline Project Orientation/Kick-Off on September 21, 2023

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