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NSWC PCD hosts NavalX Gulf Coast Tech Bridge Integration Experiment
October 29, 2024 — An experiment to demonstrate the integration of unmanned systems in multiple domains, transmit real-time data and showcase the value of partnering with industry and other government organizations was conducted on the Florida Gulf Coast Test Ranges, Aug. 12 – 16. More than 45 personnel from four NavalX Gulf Coast Tech Bridge partner commands—Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), the Naval Research Lab (NRL) Stennis, the Naval Meteorological and Oceanography Command (CNMOC), and Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVO)—collaborated to demonstrate the acceleration of technology development. This exercise successfully integrated multiple unmanned systems from contracting partners to collect and transmit real-time environmental data to a forward-deployed shore station... MORE

NavalX Gulf Coast Tech Bridge exercise participants work together to launch a Triton using a crane on the Florida Gulf Coast Test Ranges, Aug. 15. (Counterclockwise from left) Alain Aznaran, Paul Moser, Derek Hayes, Brent Stephens and James Dolan. This exercise illustrated a process for rapidly moving from focusing on warfighters' needs, to sourcing technologies, and executing successful experiments to demonstrate emerging capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

CNO Franchetti and MCPON Honea visit NSWC Panama City Division
October 28, 2024 — Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) James Honea visited Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD), Oct. 24. Franchetti and Honea’s visit provided the opportunity for them to see firsthand how NSWC PCD, one of the Navy’s premier research, development, test and evaluation laboratories, supports the fleet through capabilities including mine warfare, expeditionary warfare, robotics, autonomous systems, and naval special warfare... MORE

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea experience the Navy Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Team Delivery Vehicle (SDV) firsthand during their tour of Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division, Oct. 24. In 1964, Panama City’s laboratory developed the first two-man SEAL Swimmer Delivery Vehicle systems and, today, the laboratory continues to produce a series of SDVs that are used worldwide by the special operations forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

U.S. Navy EOD develops IED exploitation capabilities with NATO allies and partners at Northern Challenge 2024
October 28, 2024 — Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8 operated alongside 17 NATO ally and partner nations during Exercise Northern Challenge 2024, Sept. 26-Oct. 9, 2024. Northern Challenge demonstrates the United States’ commitment to NATO allies and partners by integrating efforts to plan and execute complex EOD detection, neutralization, and exploitation capabilities within a multinational framework... MORE

U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians assigned to EOD Mobile Unit 8 conduct clearance and disposal operations of improvised explosive devices during Northern Challenge 2024 in Keflavik, Iceland, Sept. 29, 2024. Northern Challenge is an annual, joint-funded multinational EOD exercise hosted by the Icelandic Coast Guard aimed at preparing NATO Allies and NATO’s Partnership for Peace partners for international deployments and defense against terrorism.

Navy, Industry Launch Program to Bolster Welders at Critical Nuclear Supplier
October 25, 2024 — MOUNT VERNON, Ind. — The Navy Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) program announced the grand opening of the John D. Haynes School of Welding Technology at Mount Vernon High School, Oct. 24. The initiative, a collaboration between BWX Technologies (BWXT) and non-profit integrator BlueForge Alliance, seeks to address the critical shortage of skilled... MORE

NSWCDD Hosts Collegiate Cyber Resiliency and Measurement Challenge
October 25, 2024 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) hosted its Collegiate Cyber Resiliency and Measurement Innovation Challenge. The competition encourages students to develop advanced algorithms and models to enhance naval systems’ cyber defense capabilities.Eleven teams from colleges and universities across the nation competed in the... MORE

KING GEORGE, Va. – The first-place team from George Mason University celebrates after winning the Cyber Resiliency and Measurement Innovation Challenge, hosted by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. The team earned the $60,000 top prize for their innovative approach to enhancing naval cyber defense capabilities. (NSWCDD photo by Dave Ellis)

Bringing Business to Southern Maryland: NSWC Indian Head Division Adds Millions to Charles County
October 25, 2024 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) obligated nearly $1 billion of contracts in fiscal year 2024, infusing millions of dollars into the Southern Maryland economy. Driving this influx of funds was the multi-year $2.7 billion Energetics Comprehensive Modernization Plan (ECMP), which is the Navy’s effort to revitalize its... MORE

U.S. Navy Awards MEDUSA Contract to Advance Innovative Unmanned Technology
October 25, 2024 — WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy competitively awarded a contract to General Dynamics Mission Systems Inc., to develop the Mining Expendable Delivery Unmanned Submarine Asset (MEDUSA) System. The contract underscores the Navy's commitment to developing a manned-unmanned hybrid fleet to enhance operational effectiveness and mission agility across all... MORE

Fall and winter safety campaign kicks off during special gear handout at shipyard gates
October 24, 2024 — The “Can You See Me Now?” fall and winter safety campaign officially kicked off at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Oct. 17, with the giveaway of safety gear such as flashlights, reflective armbands and blinking marker lights for workers as they entered the shipyard.PSNS & IMF senior leaders, union leaders and safety... MORE

Command safety advocates hand out safety gear to employees as they exit State Street Gate Oct. 17, 2024, during the annual fall and winter “Can You See Me Now” safety campaign at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

Commuter awareness event highlights transportation options, new buses
October 24, 2024 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility hosted a Commuter Fair for command employees outside Building 850, Oct 9.Several booths were set up to provide information to the workforce on various commuting options and available parking, both on and off base.Commuting options aren't just available to day shift employees, said Para... MORE

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility employees visit an information booth hosted by Kitsap Transit employees Oct. 9, 2024, during a PSNS & IMF Commuter Fair outside Building 850, in Bremerton, Washington. The event was designed to provide information to workforce members on various commuting options and available parking both on and off base. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

PSNS & IMF Confined Space Program keeps employees safe, projects flowing
October 24, 2024 — The confined space program at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility helps ensure all workspaces are safe for workers to enter, and are approved for the type of work scheduled.The space certification portion of the confined space program at PSNS & IMF is a collaboration between Code 106, Environmental, Safety and Health... MORE

Michael Galvez, shipfitter worklead, Navy competent person, Shop 11, Shipfitters Gas Free, works inside the roller pit of a large flange turning machine, Oct. 18, 2024, while completing a gas-free inspection in Building 460 at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

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