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Ex-USS John F. Kennedy to Commence Final Transit, Jan. 16
January 14, 2025 — PHILADELPHIA—The ex-John F. Kennedy (CV 67) is scheduled to commence its final transit from the U.S. Navy’s Inactive Ships Maintenance Facility in Philadelphia to Brownsville, Texas for dismantling, Jan. 16.Upon departure early on Thursday morning, the ship will be visible from the waterfronts along the Delaware River as the ship transits through... MORE

An aerial view of the attack carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CVA-67) underway in the Atlantic Ocean with aircraft on flight deck.

NAVSEA Launches Enterprise Strategy
January 13, 2025 — WASHINGTON, DC – Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has launched an enterprise strategy to better synchronize operational lines of effort with emerging Navy-wide strategic imperatives.NAVSEA Commander, Vice Adm. Jim Downey, guided development of the new framework aligned with the Chief of Naval Operation’s Navigation Plan for America’s Warfighting... MORE

NAVSEA to present at Surface Navy Association’s 37th National Symposium
January 10, 2025 — WASHINGTON – Officials from Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and affiliated program executive offices will participate in Surface Navy panel discussions and present program updates in NAVSEA’s exhibit booth during the 2025 Surface Navy Association’s annual symposium at the Hyatt Regency in Arlington, Virginia, Jan. 14-16. NAVSEA Commander Vice... MORE

Crane Employee Finds Meaning and Success in Accounting and Auditing Role
January 10, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) employee Marcy Starr never imagined she would end up working as a contract accountant. While she had originally wanted to be a teacher, Starr found her passion in public service through her work at NSWC Crane.“When I was a kid I actually wanted to be a teacher. I wasn’t originally planning... MORE

Marcy Starr, NSWC Contract Accountant Lead

NUWC Division Newport employee shares family legacy with USS Fort Lauderdale
January 8, 2025 — When the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) docked at Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island from Nov. 21-24, it was especially meaningful for a Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport employee whose family name is linked to the ship’s name... MORE

NSWC Crane holds ribbon cutting ceremony for new energy prototyping capability
January 6, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new energy prototyping field activity to advance technology development and validation on December 10. NSWC Crane opened the Joint Operational Energy Innovation Prototyping and Experimentation Field Activity (OE-I PEFA) in partnership with the Office of... MORE

Lisa A. Harden receives Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award
December 23, 2024 — Lisa A. Harden, a dedicated leader at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, was honored with the prestigious Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award presented by Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Matassa on Dec. 4, 2024. The award recognizes her exceptional leadership and dedication as head of the Recruitment and... MORE

Carderock Commanding Officer, Capt. Chris Matassa, presents Lisa A. Harden with the Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award alongside her son and husband at Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division

Future USS Iowa Delivered to U.S. Navy
December 23, 2024 — GROTON, Conn. – The U.S. Navy Submarine Force’s newest attack submarine, the future USS Iowa (SSN 797) was delivered to the Navy on Dec. 21, 2024, marking the 12th battle force ship delivered to the Navy this calendar year.SSN 797 is the 24th Virginia-class submarine (VCS) co-produced by General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) and HII-Newport News... MORE

The pre-commissioning unit (PCU) Iowa (SSN 797) arrives for the first time at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut, December 19, 2024. The future USS Iowa was delivered to Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 4 from General Dynamics Electric Boat shipbuilding facility down river after recently completing a series of at-sea testing.

NSWC Crane employee’s background as a Navy Captain influences second career as Navy civilian
December 20, 2024 — Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) employee Dr. Phillip Burnside was first introduced to NSWC Crane in 2008 as the commanding officer of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Reserve unit.In his role as commanding officer, Dr. Burnside supported many efforts including identifying the cause of the shock test failure of the... MORE

PNSY Delivers Texas as Battle-Ready Asset to the Fleet
December 19, 2024 — KITTERY, Maine (Dec. 17, 2024)-USS Texas (SSN 775) successfully completed sea trials off the coast of New England this week, marking the successful conclusion of its Depot Modernization Period (DMP) at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY).The Texas Project Team, encompassing various trade workers, engineers, and material support personnel at PNSY,... MORE

The Virginia-class attack submarine USS Texas (SSN 775) departs Portsmouth Naval Shipyard to conduct sea trials after receiving critical repairs and system upgrades vital to extending the submarine’s service life and ensuring the Navy’s long-term fleet readiness.

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