JULY 13, 2026 - Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to ongoing disaster relief efforts, the amphibious transport dock USS San Antonio (LPD 17) arrived pierside in La Guaira on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The San Antonio seamlessly relieved the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28) as the primary maritime component center in support of the Department of State-led humanitarian assistance … [Read more...]

JULY 13, 2026 - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) arrived in Mersin, Türkiye, for a scheduled port visit, July 10, 2026. Roosevelt’s arrival underscores a shared dedication to regional security and lasting commitment to our decades-long NATO partnership. “This port visit marks a significant milestone as we return a U.S. Navy ship to … [Read more...]

JULY 13, 2026 —The U.S. Navy christened the future USS George M. Neal (DDG 131) during a ceremony at Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. (HII) Shipbuilding on Saturday, July 11, at 9 a.m. CDT. The principal address was delivered by William Toti, performing the duties of the Undersecretary of the Navy. "The future USS George M. Neal honors a legacy of extraordinary courage … [Read more...]

JULY 11, 2026 – The U.S. Navy announced the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Arlington (LPD 24) arrived in Boston Harbor to serve for the historic Sail Boston 2026 event. The ship's arrival marks the formal beginning of Sail Boston, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. USS Arlington is the primary host for senior military leaders, global … [Read more...]

JULY 10, 2026 — Naval Base San Diego’s (NBSD) Mercer Hall galley began serving “grab-and-go” lunches, July 7, 2026. The move expands the Grab-N-Go pilot program which began earlier this year with breakfast meals. The program is intended to provide greater convenience and flexibility for Mercer Hall patrons. Grab and go meals are served daily for breakfast from 7:30 a.m. … [Read more...]