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USS John C. Stennis Transfers Supplies from Sri Lanka
January 23, 2019 — INDIAN OCEAN – The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) received supplies as part of a temporary cargo transfer initiative in Sri Lanka, beginning Jan. 24.A C-2A Greyhound carrier onboard delivery aircraft from Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 30 (VRC-30) operated from Bandaranaike International Airport near Colombo. The C-2A received a... MORE

U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Visits Yokosuka
January 23, 2019 — YOKOSUKA, Japan – Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet conducted an all-hands call for service members at Fleet Activities (FLEACT) Yokosuka Jan. 23.Aquilino along with Fleet Master Chief James Honea, fleet master chief of U.S. Pacific Fleet, spoke to more than 700 Sailors at the FLEACT Yokosuka Fleet Theater. The all-hands call... MORE

Sailors, Marines Visit India Aboard USS Rushmore
January 23, 2019 — CHENNAI, India (NNS) -- Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) and 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived in Chennai, India, Jan 23.While in port, Rushmore will refuel and host Indian Navy personnel, while its embarked Sailors and Marines will have opportunities to tour the local area. "Rushmore Sailors and Marines... MORE

MCPON Initiates Conversation with Sailors Aboard USS Antietam
January 19, 2019 — YOKOSUKA, Japan -- Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith visited Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) and met with Sailors onboard the Ticonderoga-class missile-guided cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) in Yokosuka, Japan on Jan. 18, 2019.The MCPON is tasked with being the representative and leader for all Navy enlisted... MORE

7th Fleet Announces 2018 Sailors of the Year
January 18, 2019 — YOKOSUKA, Japan (NNS) -- Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet Vice Admiral Phil Sawyer announced the 2018 Sailor of the Year during a ceremony held at the Chief Petty Officer’s Club in Yokosuka, Japan Jan 17th.This year’s competition featured 9 Sailors competing for the prestigious award. “We focus on our people because they are our biggest asset in 7th Fleet... MORE

USNS Brunswick Arrives in Bitung
January 17, 2019 — SINGAPORE – The Military Sealift Command expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Brunswick (T-EPF 6) arrived in Bitung, Indonesia, Jan. 14 for a scheduled port visit. The ship’s crew hosted a number of ship tours and participated in various community events throughout the port visit. “We’re very much looking forward to experiencing the local culture... MORE

CNO Visits 7th Fleet Waterfront
January 17, 2019 — YOKOSUKA, Japan – Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson engaged 7th Fleet Sailors during a regional visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY), Jan. 17. Sailors of various ratings and ranks sat down with the CNO who spoke on topics such as current expectations and future goals for the region, all of which affect Sailors... MORE

Republic of Korea Officials Visit USS Barry
January 16, 2019 — YOKOSUKA, Japan – Senior Republic of Korea (ROK) officials visited the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) Jan. 15 as part of a United Nations Command (Rear) tour while at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka naval base. Lt. Gen. Inchol Won, Vice Chairman ROK Joint Chiefs of Staff, Lt. Gen. Keonwan Lee, Air Force... MORE

American, British Navies Sail Together in South China Sea
January 16, 2019 — SOUTH CHINA SEA - Arleigh-Burke guided missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) and Royal Navy Type 23 frigate HMS Argyll (F231) conducted operations together in the South China Sea Jan. 11-16. At sea, McCampbell and Argyll conducted communication drills, division tactics, and a personnel exchange designed to address common maritime security... MORE

CNO visits China, underscores importance of professional interaction at sea
January 15, 2019 — NANJING, China - Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visited China and met with senior Chinese defense officials, Jan. 13 to 16, to discuss professional interactions at sea, specifically addressing risk reduction and operational safety measures. Richardson visited the People's Liberation Army (Navy) (PLA(N)) Command College for a... MORE