WASHINGTON (NNS) - October 22, 2015 -- The cyber threat reaches beyond traditional information technology (IT) networks and computers to systems that affect nearly every aspect of the Navy's mission. Machinery control, weapons and navigation systems may be vulnerable, as well as the networks and computers commonly used by Navy personnel. To protect against these threats the … [Read more...]

BATUMI, Georgia (NNS) - October 21, 2015 -- The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) arrived in Batumi for a scheduled port visit, Oct. 20, 2015. Porter's operations in the Black Sea are meant to enhance maritime security and stability, readiness, and naval capability with our allies and partners. Quote: "Our port visit to Georgia will enable us … [Read more...]

CHENNAI, India (NNS) - October 16, 2015 -- The littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) completed the harbor phase of exercise Malabar in Chennai, India, Oct. 15. Malabar 2015 is a complex, high-end warfighting exercise that has grown in scope and complexity over the years and is the latest in a continuing series conducted to advance multi-national maritime relationships … [Read more...]

YOKOSUKA, Japan (NNS) - October 15, 2015 -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevens visited Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY), Japan, Oct. 15. CNO held an all-hands call with MCPON to address Sailors as Ronald Reagan made … [Read more...]

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (NNS) - October 14, 2015 -- PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visited Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam today on his first overseas tour as CNO, engaging with Sailors and leadership and celebrating the Navy's 240th birthday. During his visit, Richardson discussed current naval affairs, policies and the Navy's ongoing … [Read more...]