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NAVSEA Welcomes Nashold as New Industrial Operations Executive Director
January 15, 2025 — WASHINGTON – Elizabeth Nashold joined Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) as Executive Director for the Industrial Operations Directorate (NAVSEA 04), Jan. 6. In this role, Nashold will provide executive leadership for the more than 37,000 civilian and military personnel executing the critical depot-level repair, maintenance and modernization... MORE

Elizabeth A. Nashold, P.E.
Executive Director for the Industrial Operations Directorate (NAVSEA 04)

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

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.

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.

U.S. Navy Completes Final Testing Milestone for Unmanned Surface Vessel Program
December 18, 2024 — WASHINGTON — The U.S. Navy recently achieved its final key milestone in the development of Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) integrated capabilities by successfully completing a continuous 720-hour power demonstration on an engine system for use aboard future USVs. This demonstration is part of a larger USV testing effort to assess the capability and... MORE

The unmanned surface vessel (USV) Ranger steams alongside the USV Mariner as both ships transit the Pacific Ocean during a photo exercise as part of Integrated Battle Problem (IBP) 23.2, Sep. 7, 2023. IBP 23.2 is a Pacific Fleet exercise to test, develop and evaluate the integration of unmanned platforms into fleet operations to create warfighting advantages. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jesse Monford)

U.S. Navy Invests in Child Care Services Expansion in Bath, Maine
December 18, 2024 — BATH, Maine – The U.S. Navy, in collaboration with Bath Iron Works (BIW) and the Bath/Brunswick YMCA, held a groundbreaking ceremony announcing a $13 million childcare facility expansion, Dec. 16. In order to fund the facility, which aligns with the Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti’s Quality... MORE

Rob Gray, President & CEO , Bath Area Family YMCA, welcomes guests to the official start of renovations for the new childcare center at 6 Farley Road in Brunswick.

For First Time, Australian Submariner Earns US Dolphins
December 17, 2024 — YOKOSUKA, Japan— The U.S. Navy qualified the first Royal Australian Navy officer on a nuclear-powered Virginia-class submarine at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Dec. 12. In a pier-side ceremony, Rear Adm. Chris Cavanaugh, commander, Submarine Group 7 awarded Royal Australian Navy Lt. Cmdr. James* the first U.S. Navy Submarine Warfare Device... MORE

Rear Adm. Chris Cavanaugh, commander, Submarine Group 7, and Royal Australian Navy Lt. Cmdr. James pose for a photo during pier-side quarters for the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Vermont (SSN 792) at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Dec. 12.

U.S Navy Accepts Delivery of USNS Robert F. Kennedy
December 11, 2024 — SAN DIEGO – John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler, USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208) delivered to the Navy on Dec. 10.Delivery follows the completion of Integrated Sea Trials where the ship’s readiness and capabilities are tested and validated to delivery requirements.“This delivery is a significant milestone as we bring another oiler to our... MORE

SAN DIEGO – John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler, USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208) delivered to the Navy on Dec. 10.

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