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Mass transit provides viable options to combat parking woes
May 7, 2026 — This will come as no surprise to longtime shipyard employees, but there's a common refrain running throughout the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility workforce: “Parking in Bremerton sucks!”"There's not enough parking" and "it's too expensive" are also complaints that appear regularly in response to social media posts and... MORE

Worker/Driver buses line Farragut Avenue picking up command employees along the way in preparation for the afternoon commute at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, in Bremerton, Washington, April 23, 2026. Alternative transportation options offered by local transit agencies are available for free to eligible PSNS & IMF employees through the Federal Transportation Incentive Program. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

Members of the command workforce recognized for their hard work, dedication in support of the U.S. Navy throughout 2025
May 7, 2026 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Employee of the Year nominees, their co-workers, friends and family members gathered to honor the command’s top employees during the shipyard’s annual recognition ceremony at the Admiral Theatre in downtown Bremerton, Washington, April 22, 2026.During the event, the command celebrated... MORE

Capt. JD Crinklaw, commander, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, poses for a group picture with the 2025 Employees of the Year during the annual Employee of the Year ceremony at the Admiral Theatre in downtown Bremerton, Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

NHPA commenting period for the ex-Long Beach (CGN 9) now open
April 7, 2026 — The U.S. Navy has evaluated ex-Long Beach (CGN 9) for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) under the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The final determination of ineligibility for the NRHP listing is now open for public commenting... MORE

Code 1120 leader named NCMA 'Manager of the Year'
February 12, 2026 — The Naval Civilian Managers Association has named Kristen Marion, director of security, Code 1120, Security, as the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility NCMA “Manager of the Year” for 2025, according to a recent NCMA announcement. Marion was selected for her “her exceptional capabilities and dedication to command and fleet... MORE

The Naval Civilian Managers Association has named Kristen Marion, director of security, Code 1120, Security, as the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility NCMA “Manager of the Year” for 2025.

Shop 26 leader honored for his 'commitment to excellence'
February 4, 2026 — The National Association of Superintendents has selected Steve Dibert as its 2025 Superintendent of the Year, according to a recent NAS announcement. Dibert, welding superintendent, Shop 26, Welders, was selected for his “extraordinary leadership” and “commitment to excellence” at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility,... MORE

The National Association of Superintendents has selected Steve Dibert, welding superintendent, Shop 26, Welders, as its 2025 Superintendent of the Year, at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Washington.

13 San Diego apprentices receive certificates of completion during ceremony
February 2, 2026 — Apprentices from Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Detachment San Diego, Fleet Readiness Center Southwest, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard San Diego and Southwest Regional Maintenance Center, were celebrated during a graduation ceremony at Southwestern College at the WESA building, in Chula Vista, California, Jan. 23,... MORE

Six apprentices with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility San Diego Detachment pose for a photo Jan. 22, 2025, following the 2026 Southwest Regional Apprentice Program graduation ceremony at Southwestern College, Chula Vista, California.

VCNO briefed on PSNS & IMF operations during daylong visit
January 29, 2026 — Adm. James Kilby, vice chief of naval operations, visited Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, Jan. 23, for a command brief and a tour of shipyard operations.Capt. JD Crinklaw, commander, PSNS & IMF, announced the VCNO's visit to members of the command workforce in a recent All-Hands: Welcome Back (2026) message. “[Adm... MORE

Adm. James Kilby, vice chief of naval operations, tours Building 431 with Tom Duncan, nuclear director, Shop 31, Inside Machinist, Jan. 23, 2026, at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Jeb Fach)

A look back at decades of maintaining USS Nimitz at PSNS & IMF
January 21, 2026 — First in its class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) was commissioned May 3, 1975, before many of the workers at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility were born. Nimitz is currently the oldest American aircraft carrier in active service.The ship changed homeport from Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, to then-Naval Station... MORE

USS Nimitz (CVN 68) makes its way past Manchester State Park as it exits Rich Passage Feb. 7, 2022, after departing Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton, Washington. Nimitz is currently underway conducting routine operations. (PSNS & IMF photo by Scott Hansen)

Two more dining options now available to command employees inside the Controlled Industrial Area
January 15, 2026 — For command employees looking for a quick snack or a fresh sandwich for lunch, Anchors Aweigh stands ready to help. The Kitsap County-based food service company opened two locations at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility late last year to help provide the shipyard workforce with additional dining options.Located near the... MORE

Barista Ava Walsh prepares fresh sandwiches for Anchors Aweigh customers at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility in Bremerton Washington, Nov. 13, 2025. The Kitsap County-based company opened two locations at PSNS & IMF late last year. (U.S. Navy photos by Wendy Hallmark)

Code 296 employee at PSNS & IMF recognized for his 'unparalleled expertise'
January 15, 2026 — Daniel Hager, senior engineering technician, Code 296, Combat Systems Engineering and Planning Division, was recognized by command leadership at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, Dec. 19, 2025, for his work as "the Navy's foremost subject matter expert in precision optical alignment and 3D coordinate metrology." Capt... MORE

Capt. JD Crinklaw, commander, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, presents Daniel Hager, senior engineering technician, Code 296, Combat Systems Engineering and Planning Division, with a Meritorious Civilian Service Award, Dec. 19, 2025, in Bremerton, Washington, for his work as "the Navy's foremost subject matter expert in precision optical alignment and 3D coordinate metrology." (U.S. Navy photo by Ben Hutto)

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