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NSWCDD Hosts Virtual OTA Industry Day
November 3, 2020 — DAHLGREN, Va. – Although the pandemic has presented challenges in executing large events, Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) successfully launched its first virtual Other Transaction Authority (OTA) Industry Day on Sept. 1, 2020. Key speakers highlighted the OTA’s upcoming Naval Surface Technology and Innovation Consortium... MORE

Norfolk Naval Shipyard Celebrates Pink Out Day and Employee’s Life
November 3, 2020 — Since 1985, Breast Cancer Awareness month has been celebrated every October internationally. Originally a partnership between the American Cancer Society and the pharmaceutical division of Imperial Chemical Industries, the intention was to educate people about breast cancer and how to take care of their breast health. Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s... MORE

In honor of her memory and everything that she did for NNSY, the Federal Women’s Program (FWP) presented McCray’s family with a framed copy of the article that was previously written about her in the November Service to the Fleet issue, and a Challenge Coin for Leadership Excellence.

U.S. Navy Launches Littoral Combat Ship Marinette
November 2, 2020 — MARINETTE, Wis. -- The newest Freedom-variant littoral combat ship, the future USS Marinette (LCS 25) successfully launched into the Menominee River on Oct. 31. Named for the city in which it is being built, Marinette will become only the second Navy ship named in the city’s honor and the first commissioned ship. The first Marinette (YTB-79), a... MORE

U.S. Navy Lays Keel of Future USS Santa Barbara
October 30, 2020 — MOBILE, Ala. – The U.S. Navy held a keel-laying ceremony on Oct. 27 for the future USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32) at the Austal USA shipyard.Lolita Zinke, the ship's sponsor, authenticated the keel in a small ceremony, with limited attendance due to health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. As Santa Barbara’s sponsor, Zinke serves as... MORE

MOBILE, Ala. (Oct. 28, 2020) Lolita Zinke, left, the sponsor of the future littoral combat ship USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32), welds her initials into the ship's keel plate during a keel-laying ceremony at Austal USA in Mobile, Alabama, Oct. 27, 2020.

NSWC Crane lead works to expand Employees with Disabilities Special Emphasis Program group
October 29, 2020 — CRANE, Ind. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) Contract Specialist Amanda Hughes was just a little girl when she first heard the quote that would become her life motto.“I was watching television, and Mr. Rogers said something like ‘When things get scary, look for the helpers,’” said Hughes. “Since then, I’ve always strived... MORE

NSWCDD Dam Neck Activity Change of Command Highlights Teamwork and ‘War Winning Capability” for the Fleet
October 29, 2020 — VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Cmdr. Michael Aiena relieved Cmdr. Joe Oravec as commanding officer of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Dam Neck Activity in a change of command ceremony held at Dam Neck Activity’s Hopper Hall auditorium, Oct. 16.“It has been a great privilege to serve as the commanding officer of Dam Neck Activity,”... MORE

IMAGE: VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Oct. 16, 2020) – Cmdr. Michael Aiena, commanding officer of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Dam Neck Activity, receives his command ashore pin from his mother while his father looks on at a change of command ceremony held at Dam Neck Activity’s Hopper Hall auditorium. Aiena relieved Cmdr. Joe Oravec during the ceremony. “My parents are the reason I’m here,” said Aiena, who told the audience on site and over a live Teams broadcast that he is humbled to assume command at NSWCDD Dam Neck Activity. “I am thrilled with this opportunity to work with the Sailors and civilians that make up the command for they are our most valuable resource.” (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

Navy’s Newest Yard Tug Delivered to Bremerton
October 29, 2020 — BREMERTON, Wash. – The Navy’s first Yard Tug (YT) 808 class tug recently delivered to Naval Base Kitsap, Bremerton Annex. Only 17 days after delivery, YT 808 was in the water assisting USNS Richard Byrd (T-AKE 4) as it moved away from the dock at Naval Magazine Indian Island.“Narrowing the gap between delivery and providing operational support is... MORE

The Navy’s first Yard Tug (YT) 808 class tug recently delivered to Naval Base Kitsap, Bremerton Annex.

Goose Busters Represent Carderock in Technical Director’s Cup
October 27, 2020 — Since March, the United States has been combatting a modern pandemic that has forced major organizations, like Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Carderock Division, to alter their work habits. Although the global health crisis has canceled many events around the world, the Technical Director’s (TD) Cup proceeded in a new, virtual format.The TD... MORE

Engineers Stephanie Blease, Mei Ling McAfee and Isaac Downey stand with their Team Mentor Benjamin Gordon, Marine Corps Vulnerability and Protection Manager Rodney Peterson and Technical Director Larry Tarasek before competing in the TD Cup.

Warfare Center Team Quickly Relocates to San Diego to Assess USS Russell
October 27, 2020 — When USS Russell (DDG 59) officers recently learned the ship would stay at its homeport in San Diego, California rather than travel to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) for its Combat Systems Assessment and Training (CSAT), the crew immediately alerted NSWC PHD.Showing flexibility and a mission-first attitude, the Port... MORE

NSWC Crane technologies assessed from across DoD for commercialization in NSIN’s Defense Innovation Accelerator
October 26, 2020 — CRANE, Ind. – Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) had several technologies from its vast patent portfolio selected for the National Security Innovation Network’s (NSIN) Defense Innovation Accelerator (DIA) program. Currently, the program is in the second and final phase with its Demo Day scheduled for 3 December.The NSIN DIA,... MORE