US Navy to extend service life of amphibious assault ship USS Wasp by 5 yearsThe service completed a study of Wasp-class amphibious assault ships and is currently conducting another on amphibious dock landing ships.By Riley Ceder31 minutes ago
‘Alpha’ troops and more ships: Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao outlines vision for serviceIn one of his first public addresses as acting Navy secretary, Hung Cao said he didn't need "cross-dressers" or "leaf eaters" in the service.By Riley Ceder26 hours ago
3 sailors injured after fire breaks out aboard USS ZumwaltA fire broke out aboard the guided-missile destroyer as it was stationed pierside at a Mississippi shipyard.By Claire Barrett5 days ago
US Marine Corps releases video showcasing new Medium Landing Ship designThe service's new Medium Landing Ship is designed to move troops, equipment and supplies to shorelines without relying on established ports.By Eve Sampson12 days ago
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower experiences small fire while undergoing maintenanceThe aircraft carrier has been sidelined since it began planned maintenance availability at Naval Support Activity Portsmouth on Jan. 8, 2025.By Riley Ceder12 days ago
The US has counter-mine ships homeported in the Middle East. Are they effective?Some military and defense experts argue the Independence-class littoral combat ship equipped with the MCM mission package falls short of its predecessor.By Riley Ceder5 weeks ago