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USS Montana (SSN 794) Commissioned

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Navy.mil) The Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Montana (SSN 794) in a traditional ceremony held Saturday, June 25, at Naval Station Norfolk. Under Secretary of the Navy Erik K. Raven, highlighted the Montana’s … Continue reading →

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Future USNS John L. Canley is Christened

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of the U.S. Navy) The future expeditionary sea base USNS John L. Canley (ESB-6) was christened during a ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, Calif., June 26. The event was attended by … Continue reading →

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Navy Christens USS John Basilone

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Naval Today) The US Navy has christened the future USS John Basilone (DDG 122) during a ceremony at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine. The christening ceremony for the vessel, which is the … Continue reading →

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HII Christens USS Richard M. McCool Jr.

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of HII) HII announced today that its Ingalls Shipbuilding division christened the company’s 13th amphibious transport dock, Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29), constructed for the U.S. Navy. “For nearly two decades, we have had the opportunity to … Continue reading →

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Navy Commissions USS Oregon (SSN 793)

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Navy.mil) The Navy commissioned the fast-attack submarine USS Oregon (SSN 793) in a traditional ceremony held Saturday, May 28, at Naval Submarine Base New London. “Oregonians are deeply honored that the 20th Virginia-class submarine will … Continue reading →

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USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul Commissions

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Navy.mil) The U.S. Navy commissioned its newest littoral combat ship USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul (LCS 21) in Duluth, Minnesota, May 21, 2022. Rep. Betty McCollum, Minnesota 4th District, was the principal speaker for the commissioning ceremony. “The … Continue reading →

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USS Frank E. Petersen, Jr. Commissions

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Navy.mil) The Navy commissioned its newest Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen, Jr. (DDG 121), May 14 in Charleston, South Carolina. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro attended the ceremony. He began by … Continue reading →

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USS Beloit Christened and Launched

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Naval News) The Lockheed Martin-led shipbuilding team launched Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) 29, the future USS Beloit. Ship sponsor, Major General Marcia M. Anderson, USA (Ret.) christened Littoral Combat Ship LCS 29, the future USS … Continue reading →

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Commissioning of USS Delaware (SSN 791)

Posted on July 27, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Navy.mil) President of the United States Joseph R. Biden, Jr., and First Lady Jill Biden, the ship sponsor, celebrated the commissioning of the Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Delaware (SSN 791) Saturday, April 2, in … Continue reading →

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CNO Delivers Remarks at Christening Ceremony for Future USS Jack H. Lucas

Posted on May 11, 2022 by

(Original article appears courtesy of Navy.mil) Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday attended and delivered remarks at the christening ceremony for the future USS Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125) in Pascagoula, Mississippi, March. 26. This ceremony marks the first … Continue reading →

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