HMCS Winnipeg is preparing for a Mid-Life Refit (MLR). The ship will receive extensive work to improve capability against modern threats as it reaches its mid-life period. The 12 Canadian-built HALIFAX class multi-role patrol frigates are considered the backbone of the Canadian Navy. They can deplo
BAE Systems San Diego Ship Repair, Inc., San Diego, Calif., is being awarded an $18,389,065 modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-08-C-2300) for the accomplishment of the post-shakedown availability (PSA) for the DDG 51-class guided-missile destroyers USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110)
Mikros Systems Corporation announced today a new order from the U.S. Navy for additional research, development, and support of Adaptive Diagnostic Electronic Portable Testset (ADEPT). Under the terms of the order, Mikros will provide engineering assistance to extend ADEPT capabilities and technical
Commander, Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26, embarked aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), departed Sept. 16 to participate in the multinational exercise Joint Warrior 11-2 off the coast of Scotland. Arleigh Burke and Fleet Replenishment Oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196), based
The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) returned to San Diego Sept. 16 after completing a 16-day Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the coast of Southern California. The training was another first for the Sailors and Marines assigned to the Navy’s newest amphibious assault
USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) held a pinning ceremony for 49 new chief petty officers (CPO) assigned to the ship and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 8, Sept. 16. The newest chief petty officers received their golden anchors after senior deckplate leaders spoke about the significance of the insignia,
The guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52) concluded a three-month deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet, Sept. 19, returning to her homeport of Norfolk, Va. During the deployment, Carr visited several countries, including Norway, Poland, Russia and Scotland. During their visit to Edinburgh, Carr Sailo
The guided-missile frigate USS Boone (FFG 28) returned to homeport at Naval Station (NS) Mayport, Fla. Sept. 18 following a six-month deployment in support of Southern Seas 2011 and counter illicit trafficking operations in the U.S. 4th Fleet (C4F) area of responsibility. Southern Seas is a U.S. Sou
The Bangladesh and U.S. navies begin eight days of maritime safety and security exercises Sept. 18, during the first-ever Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2011. The event began with a ceremony at Bangladesh Navy Base Issa Khan. It marks the first time Bangladesh has parti
Raytheon Missile Systems, Tucson, Ariz., is being awarded a $9,112,698 fixed-price incentive-fee and firm-fixed-price modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-09-C-5305) for low rate initial production of fiscal 2011 Standard Missile-6 Block I all-up rounds. Work will be performed in Tucs
Recognizing the crucial role of the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) in the 2009 rescue of the container ship M/V Maersk Alabama and its master from Somali pirates, Maersk Lines, Ltd., presented ONI with a scale model of the ship in a ceremony at ONI headquarters, Sept. 15. The four-foot long mod
The Los Angeles class fast attack submarine USS Cheyenne (SSN 773) moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka Sept. 14, for a visit as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific. With a crew of approximately 150, Cheyenne will conduct a multitude of missions and showcase the latest capabilities of the s
The guided-missile frigate USS Thach (FFG 43) returned to San Diego Sept. 16 after an independent seven-month deployment to the 4th Fleet area of responsibility in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Thach performed a variety of operations during the deployment, including participation in Panama Canal Exerci
The Boeing Co., St. Louis, Mo., is being awarded a $7,671,795 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract for the procurement of F/A-18 E/F and EA-18G aircraft armament equipment, to include: 174 station control units; 22 aerial refueling store (ARS) suspension lugs; 12 centerline
