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Retention of surface warfare officers is improving, SWO boss says

The commander of Naval Surface Forces, Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, said his goal is to reach a 35% or 36% retention rate among SWOs for 2023.

By Diana Stancy Correll

11 months ago

SWO boss: ‘Many challenges remain’ in fixing surface fleet’s manning problems

The effect of such manning shortages became apparent following two ship collisions that killed 17 sailors in 2017.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

3 years ago

SECNAV to the Navy: You got the money so fix yourselves. Fast.

Secretary of the Navy Richard Spencer says the Navy has the money it needs to fix its readiness woes and needs to speed the pace of lasting reforms.

By Mark D. Faram

5 years ago

Second Fleet is becoming operational — what does that mean for you?

Expect new roles for foreign officers, U.S. Navy reservists, an emphasis on expeditionary operations and a fierce determination to patrol Atlantic and Arctic waters.

By Mark D. Faram

5 years ago

Admiral rejects plan to rotate forward-deployed ships home for maintenance

Adm. Phil Davidson says today's Navy fleet is too small for that.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

6 years ago

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