US Navy deploys GARC uncrewed surface vessel in first live-fire training exercise

Navy deploys GARC uncrewed surface vessel in first live-fire exercise

The Navy showed off its first live-fire exercise of the GARC surface vessel in dramatic attack footage on a decommissioned ship.

Navy seeking new multimission host vessel for unmanned systems, helicopters

The Navy is on the hunt for a new multimission vessel to launch and recover uncrewed aircraft and surface vessels along with helicopters and small boats, according to a request for information from the service's maritime portfolio acquisition executive office. PAE maritime is considering the design and construction of an all-new platform or the modification of an existing vessel to meet a requirement for a versatile and modular ship capable of s…

US Navy deploys GARC uncrewed surface vessel in first live-fire training exercise

The Navy confirmed its first live-fire training exercise of its Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft uncrewed surface vessel.

Navy base to conduct security training exercise Thursday

Residents and Navy personnel should anticipate potential gate and road closures Thursday.

USS John P. Murtha Conducts Live-Fire Exercise During ARGMEUEX

San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) conducted a live-fire exercise as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit exercise (ARG/MEUEX), July 27, 2026.

U.S. Navy tests digitally crewed vessel for at-sea resupply and 3D-printed drone transport aboard USS Essex during RIMPAC 2026

The vessel transported parts for the amphibious assault ship’s 3D-printing program. It also collected 3D-printed drones manufactured aboard the Wasp-class ship. “This delivery is a proof of concept for unmanned vehicles,” said Gunnery Sgt. Samuel Maragini, 3D Printing Team NCOIC with Combat Logistics Battalion, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit. “This is the first time this has been done on a ship like this.” The demonstration connected onboard man…