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US Navy to Christen Newest Guided-Missile Destroyer
The Navy will christen the newest guided-missile destroyer, Michael Murphy, May 7 during a 10 a.m. EDT ceremony at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine. The new destroyer honors Navy SEAL (Sea, Air, Land) Lt. Michael P. Murphy who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic a
Somali Pirates Free Sinar Kindus for USD 4.5 Million Ransom
Somali pirates released Indonesian ship Sinar Kindus with 20 crewmen on board, having received $4.5 mln ransom dropped from a helicopter, reports… (rusnavy) [mappress] Source: rusnavy , May 4, 2011;
Somali Pirates Seize Control of MV GEMINI Tanker East of Kenya Coast
The European Union anti piracy mission has confirmed that Somali pirates hijacked Singaporean flagged and owned vessel in east of Malindi, K… By: Abdalle Ahmed(raxanreeb) [mappress] Source: raxanreeb, May 04, 2011;
Kuwait’s Government Officials Visit Navy Forces in Bahrain
Kuwait’s Prime Minister has made a short visit to Bahrain to meet Kuwaiti navy forces stationed in the Persian Gulf kingdom since late March. During his visit on Tuesday, Sheikh Nasser Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah once again stressed his support for the Al Khalifa regime in Manama, Kuwait News Agency
Spanish Naval Vessel Disturbs Fishing Boats in Gibraltar Waters
The Gibraltar government condemned as “provocative and unlawful” an incident on Tuesday in which it said a Spanish naval vessel incurred int… (defencetalk) [mappress] Source: defencetalk, May 4, 2011;
USA: Multi-Purpose Amphibious Assault Ship Sets Sail After Successful Fleet Week
Multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) departed Port Everglades, Fla., after successfully completing a week long fleet week May 1. This year South Florida welcomed more than 2,500 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen for Fleet Week Port Everglades 2011. The week-long celebration
USA: Seawolf-Class, Fast-Attack Submarine Returns Home After Arctic Exercise
Seawolf-class, fast-attack submarine USS Connecticut (SSN 22) returned to its homeport of Naval Base Kitsap, Wash., April 27, concluding a 58-day deployment highlighted by its participation in Ice Exercise (ICEX) 2011. “We were excited to have the chance to practice and develop techniques while oper
Finnish Warship Leaves EU NAVFOR
On 1 May, Finnish warship FNS POHJANMAA said farewell to Operation ATALANTA. The flagship of the Finnish Navy patrolled the Indian Ocean and Gulf of Aden for three months after integrating into the European Union Task Force. POHJANMAA complied effectively and efficiently with all tasks she was given
Thailand: Ronald Reagan CSG Arrives in Phuket
Three ships and more than 5,000 Sailors and Marines from the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group (CSG) arrived in Phuket, Thailand, May 1, for a scheduled port visit. USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) and guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) are a
Navy Foils Pirates’ Attempt to Hijack Iranian Vessel
Iranian Navy has foiled attempts by pirates to hijack an Iranian cargo ship off Pakistan’s southern coasts… (tehrantimes) [mappress] Source: tehrantimes, May 2, 2011;
USA: Mine Countermeasures Ship Conducts Anti-Terrorism Drills
Mine countermeasures ship USS Avenger (MCM 1) Sailors completed a series of Anti-terrorism Force Protection drills in the Philippine Sea, April 27. The drills are designed to test the ship’s ability to protect itself from potential threats while at anchor and in overseas ports. In addition to the sh
USS Sterett Returns to San Diego
Guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) returned to San Diego April 27, marking the end to its maiden deployment. During its deployment to the Western Pacific and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility (AOR), Sterett and her crew conducted maritime security operations and participated i
South Korea Launches 2.300-ton Frigate Incheon
South Korea on Friday launched a new 2,300-ton frigate that will play a central role in naval operations to deal with security threats including those from North Korea. Under the Frigate Experimental program aimed at replacing aging frigates and corvettes with more advanced warships, the Navy is see
USA: Bollinger Successfully Launches Sentinel-Class Fast Response Cutter
Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. announced the successful launch of the first in class USCG “Sentinel” Fast Response Cutter (FRC), Bernard C. Webber from its Lockport facility. The announcement was made by Bollinger executive vice president of new construction, Chris Bollinger, “We are pleased to announce