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Breaking through the clutter: NEEC research project advances radar technology for naval defense
December 22, 2025 — Since it’s fielding in World War II, radar has produced crucial early warnings of incoming enemy forces and better accuracy against targets, giving the U.S. Navy a decisive advantage in naval warfare engagements.Nearly eight decades later, radar – which uses electromagnetic waves to detect and track objects – remains a cornerstone of modern defense... MORE

NORFOLK, Va. – Operations Specialist 2nd Class Michael R. Gutermuth reads the SPS 73 radar on the bridge of the amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio (LPD 17). San Antonio is preparing to depart Naval Station Norfolk to provide Humanitarian Aid/ Disaster Relief in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Zachary S. Welch/Released)

Navy Announces New Small Surface Combatant
December 19, 2025 — WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Navy announced today its plan to introduce a new class of smaller combatant ships, the FF(X), as a critical component of the Navy’s fleet of the future. The FF(X) will be a smaller, more agile surface combatant designed to complement the fleet’s larger, multi-mission warships and enhance operational flexibility around the... MORE

NSWC PCD engineer enhances warfighter capabilities, advances at IRONMAN competition
December 17, 2025 — John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, combines his work proficiency and passion with persistence and perseverance to achieve not only mission success but also a personal milestone. By day, he helps design and produce life support equipment for a variety of Navy and non-navy sponsors to increase divers’ capabilities and safety while performing their missions. Off the clock, he recently completed this year's IRONMAN Florida triathlon and has qualified to compete in the upcoming IRONMAN World Championship in 2026... MORE

John Kremar, NSWC PCD Diving and Life Support lead engineer, competes during IRONMAN Florida 2025, Nov. 1. This event was a series of long-distance triathlon races consisting of a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and a marathon 26.2-mile run, totaling 140.6 miles. (courtesy photo)

U.S. Navy Accepts Delivery of USNS Lucy Stone
December 16, 2025 — SAN DIEGO – John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Lucy Stone (T-AO 209) was delivered to the Navy, Dec. 16. The delivery marks the official transfer of the ship from shipbuilder General Dynamics NASSCO to the Navy.Delivery follows the successful completion of sea trials to test the readiness and capability of the ship and to validate... MORE

Oct. 25, 2025 - San Diego, Calif. USNS Lucy Stone (T-AO 209), a John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler, conducted integrated sea trials to assess the ship’s readiness and capability prior to acceptance trials and delivery to the Navy.

Future USS Idaho Delivered to U.S. Navy
December 15, 2025 — GROTON, Conn. – The U.S. Navy accepted delivery of the Submarine Force’s newest fast attack submarine, the future USS Idaho (SSN 799), from General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) Dec. 15, marking the second delivery of a Virginia-class fast attack submarine this year.The delivery represents the official transfer of the submarine from the shipbuilder... MORE

PCU Idaho successfully completed Alpha and Bravo sea trials, bringing the 26th submarine of the Virginia class one step closer to joining the fleet. Here she is departing the Groton, CT, shipyard on two picturesque mornings to showcase the expert craftmanship of General Dynamics Electric boat shipbuilders.

Battle Management System: Two decades of revolutionizing the battlespace
December 15, 2025 — For 20 years, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division’s Battle Management System has served as a digital backbone, integrating weapons, sensors, operators and data into a unified system. This allows platforms to see, decide and act faster in an increasingly complex battlespace.What began in 2005 with a small team of Dahlgren Division... MORE

HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. – On June 6, 2025, an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship and a CV-22 Osprey, both assigned to the Air Force Special Operations Command, flew over the Gulf of Mexico near Hurlburt Field, Florida. The AC-130J is equipped with a precision strike package that includes a mission management console, a robust communications suite, advanced fire control equipment, the capability for precision-guided munitions delivery and trainable 30mm and 105 mm weaponry. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tori Haudenschild)

TRFB Ready to Provide SSBN Maintenance Throughout the Pacific
December 12, 2025 — Trident Refit Facility Bangor provides submarine maintenance anywhere in the Pacific when the Fleet calls... MORE

Sailors assigned to submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) perform a front step water entry for an Anti-terrorism Force Protection Security Swim during the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS West Virginia (SSBN-736) port visit at U.S. Navy Support Facility (NSF) Diego Garcia.

From Tools to Turbines: Bill Yurcik’s Journey into Mechanical Engineering
December 11, 2025 — For Bill Yurcik, a mechanical engineer in the Hydromechanical Facilities Engineering Branch at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, the path to engineering was influenced by early, hands-on experiences with his stepfather. Now, over two years into his role at Carderock, Yurcik continues to embrace the unique challenges of his job and... MORE

NSWCPD Employee Expands Skills Through NAVSEA Journey Level Leadership Program
December 11, 2025 — When Financial Improvement Audit Remediation (FIAR) Lead Maria Amoroso was selected for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Journey Level Leadership (JLL) Program, she saw it as more than just a personal achievement. It was an opportunity to enhance her skills, broaden her perspective, and make a lasting impact beyond her regular duties at the... MORE

NSWCPD Financial Improvement Audit Remediation (FIAR) Lead Maria Amoroso displays her certificate of completion for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Journey Level Leadership (JLL) Program. The JLL program aims to develop advanced leadership skills, offer a strategic view of NAVSEA’s enterprise, and boost mission effectiveness through cross-organizational collaboration. (U.S. Navy photo by Spc. Najee Tate-Milton)

NSWC Indian Head Division Co-Hosts EOD Technology and Bombing Prevention Summit
December 11, 2025 — Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division’s (NSWC IHD) Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Center (EODTECHCEN) co-hosted the second annual EOD Technology and Bombing Prevention Summit at the National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland, Dec. 2-4. NSWC IHD co-hosted the event with the United States Bomb Technician Association (USBTA), which... MORE

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