US Coast Guard to add heavy icebreaker amid shipbuilding overhaulThe new vessel will be the first heavy polar icebreaker to be built in the U.S. in about five decades. By Zita Ballinger Fletcher2 days ago
WWII ship accidentally sinks before US-Philippine ship-sinking drillThe BRP Miguel Malvar took on water while being towed ahead of a live-fire drill in the South China Sea.6 days ago
Head Navy officer lists top tasks for service, eyes 2027Chief of Naval Operations Adm. James W. Kilby listed improved recruiting and the embrace of unmanned and manned systems as priorities.By Riley Ceder9 days ago
Marine training chief wants to ‘let NCOs loose’ with more drone accessThe Marines’ new Attack Drone Team is tackling the challenge of turning drones into weapons. And they want to get more personnel in on the action.By Hope Hodge Seck11 days ago
US, Philippines to simulate ‘full-scale battle’ in Balikatan drillsThousands of allied American and Filipino forces have opened annual combat drills that will include simulating the defense of the Philippines.3 weeks ago
Trump signs shipbuilding order as Navy leaders call for 381-ship fleetThe new policy aims to revitalize a U.S. shipbuilding industry that has fallen well behind production levels of its rivals from Beijing.By Riley Ceder, Zita Ballinger Fletcher and J.D. Simkins4 weeks ago