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07/24/2024

We Are MSC highlights brothers Kwabino and Henry Noris who lead the supply department aboard USNS Apalachicola (T-EPF 13). Read more: ➡➡➡ https://dvidshub.net/r/hxj8sd ⬅⬅⬅

Brothers Kwabino and Henry Noris lead the supply department aboard expeditionary fast transport vessel USNS Apalachicola (T-EPF 13). They use their family ties to help create a close-knit bond among the crew strengthening unity and camaraderie onboard.

07/24/2024

U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command and display interoperability during ships qualification training.
U.S. 7th Fleet U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM)

SASEBO, Japan—Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) commercial charter oiler MT Badlands Trader conducted ships qualification training (SQT) with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) oiler JS Hamana (AO-424), in which the ships performed a simulated consolidated cargo replenishment at sea (CONSO...

07/23/2024

This week’s U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command “Ship in the Spotlight” is USNS Pililaau (T-AKR 304). The large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off ship was activated from reduced operating status in January and successfully transited the North Atlantic carrying U.S. Marine Corps equipment for exercise Nordic Response 2024, a biennial exercise hosted by Norway for NATO allies. Pililaau remained in Norway for more than two months supporting Marines and returned all necessary equipment to Blount Island Command in Jacksonville, Florida.. From June to July, Pililaau supported Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group as a training platform for cargo handling operations. Between July and August, Pililaau once again served as a training platform supporting Naval Beach Group 2 for ship-to-shore cargo operations during Maritime Prepositioned Force Exercise 2024 in Jacksonville. After a successful year of supporting the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and NATO allies, Pililaau will enter extended maintenance at the end of the year to ensure the vessel can support future operations and exercises in the years to come. 🛳⚓💪

07/23/2024

07/19/2024

Family...

Air Mobility Command & the Air Force Research Laboratory worked together to assess the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Traffic Management (UTM) system at MacDill.

U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command's USNS Burlington (T-EPF 10) arrived at the port of Limón, Costa Rica.

Surface Warriors from SDDC Headquarters marked MG Gavin Lawrence’s final day with a “clap-out” ceremony.

Much love!

U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) .S. Navy's Military Sealift Command SDDC Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman

07/17/2024

Our civil service mariners aboard USNS Burlington continue to deliver. 💪🛳⚓

07/16/2024

This week’s U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command “Ship in the Spotlight” is USNS Apalachicola (T-EPF 13). The expeditionary fast transport vessel hosted a Family and Friends Day at Sea this week. More than 50 family members, MSC employees and other friends joined the crew for a one-day underway. During their time at sea, guests got the opportunity to tour the ship, observe the crew conduct shipboard evolutions and were also treated to a cookout on the flight deck. Apalachicola is the 2nd ship named to honor the city of Apalachicola, Florida. EPFs are designed to operate in shallow waterways and are capable of a wide range of activities. These versatile, non-combatant transport ships are used for the high-speed transportation of troops, military vehicles, and equipment.

07/15/2024

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07/15/2024

07/14/2024

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited the crew of U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) and thanked them for their work behind the scenes on their recent deployment, supporting the U.S. Navy and its Sailors. 🫡

07/12/2024

Family...

Air Mobility Command Airmen participated in Exercise Ultimate Caduceus 2024

U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command conducts a replenishment-at-sea with USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

838th Transportation Battalion - SDDC SDDC The Gateway to Victory battalion showcasing the incredible power of collaboration in Poland and Belgium

Much love!

U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command SDDC Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman

07/12/2024

MSC's SSU Guam leadership changed hands, July 12, at US Naval Base Guam during a ceremony, in which Cmdr. Kristopher M. Blandin assumed the helm from Cmdr. Omari D. Buckley for MSC SSU Guam. U.S. Navy.

Military Sealift Command's Ship Support Unit in Guam transferred authority during a change of command ceremony at the base chapel onboard Naval Base Guam, July 12, 2024.

07/11/2024

07/10/2024

Family members of USNS Kanawha’s (T-AO 196) Civil Service Mariners board the ship to welcome their loved ones home after returning to Naval Station Norfolk.

07/10/2024

USNS Kanawha returns to Naval Station Norfolk

07/09/2024

U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024! MSC exists to support the joint warfighter across the full spectrum of military operations, with a workforce that includes approximately 6,000 Civil Service Mariners and 1,100 contract mariners, supported by 1,500 shore staff and 1,400 active duty and reserve military personnel. 😍

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command!

We're proud to support an organization that plays a vital role in our nation's maritime defense. Your dedication and hard work are crucial in maintaining our military's readiness and global reach. Here's to many more years of excellence and unparalleled service.

07/08/2024

This week’s Military Sealift Command “Ship in the Spotlight” is USNS Burlington (T-EPF 10). The Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport vessel departed Naval Station Mayport, July 3, for Continuing Promise 2024. During this iteration of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command & U.S. 4th Fleet’s Continuing Promise mission, the 14th since 2007, Burlington will stop in Jamaica, Costa Rica, Honduras, Colombia, and Panama to share knowledge and provide side-by-side professional expertise with international partners. Pharmacists, optometrists, nurses, biomedical technicians, optometrists, dentists, and general practitioners will be among the 30 U.S. Navy medical professionals sharing their expertise and working with local patients. Christened in 2018, Burlington is the first ship in service named to honor Burlington, Vermont, the state’s largest city. Operated by a crew of 22 civil service mariners, it is capable of transporting more than 300 personnel, and it has an offload ramp for vehicles to move on and off the ship and a flight deck rated to be capable of receiving helicopters. 💪⚓️🚢

07/08/2024

07/07/2024

This Day in History: On this day, July 7, in 1979, USS Emory S Land (AS 39) was commissioned at its homeport of Norfolk, Virginia. The submarine tender is named after Adm. Emory S. Land, an officer noted for his designs of submarines. Emory S. Land provides repair services to submarines. It is commanded by a Navy captain with a combined U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command civil service mariner and uniformed Navy crew. This year, MSC celebrates 75 years of maritime excellence. Established as Military Sea Transportation Service in 1949, MSC is the premier logistics and special mission provider for the Department of Defense directly supporting Navy Fleet Commanders, U.S. Transportation Command, and Assistant Secretary of the Navy Research, Development and Acquisition to deliver agile and persistent logistics to the Navy and joint military force..

07/04/2024

Happy Independence Day 🎊🎉🧨

07/04/2024

Two hundred forty-eight years ago on July 4th, a group of patriots gathered in Philadelphia and signed the Declaration of Independence, publicly and boldly declaring that our colonies would be free and independent states. The decision to declare independence changed the course of history and set forth the greatest experiment in democratic government the world has ever experienced.

Every generation is called to greatness in purpose and meaning. The founders gave us a framework upon which successive generations have advanced the cause of freedom. We too, are called upon to make real and meaningful contributions to society and our democratic institutions.

We want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our staff and Civil Service Mariners, and their families, as each of you are a significant and valuable contributor to the MSC team. Whether providing assured logistics, strategic sealift, or specialized mission support, your voluntary service ensures all Americans continue to enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

As you celebrate and participate in events, continue to remain vigilant during this summer season. For those that can pause and take the opportunity to enjoy a break from our routines, spend time with family and friends at home, outdoors, or on the road, focus on the basics: have a plan, begin all travel well-rested, anticipate delays, and remain alert. Return safe and refreshed. In everything you do, remember we are a team, and teammates take care of each other.

We thank you for the work you do each day at MSC and your service to our nation. We wish you and your families a very happy Independence Day. United We Sail!

- Rear Adm. Philip Sobeck
Commander, U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command

07/03/2024

Happy 75th Anniversary to U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command from Commander, U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost. 🎉🎂🎊
This year, MSC celebrates 75 years of maritime excellence. Established as Military Sea Transportation Service in 1949, MSC is the premier logistics and special mission provider for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) directly supporting Navy Fleet Commanders, U.S. Transportation Command, and Assistant Secretary of the Navy Research, Development and Acquisition to deliver agile and persistent logistics to the Navy and joint military force.

07/03/2024

Several U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command vessels are supporting Rim of Pacific 2024 including; USNS Grasp (T-ARS 51), USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11), USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) and others. Read ➡️➡️➡️ https://dvidshub.net/r/jodqdx ⬅️⬅️⬅️

07/02/2024

07/01/2024

👀A look below the hull. Congratulations to the shipbuilders from Seatrium shipyard in Singapore and the crew aboard U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Salvor (T-ARS 52) who recently completed their scheduled maintenance period. Here are a few pics with Captain Matthew Hoag, Chief Engineer Matthew Dempsey and their department crew during drydock. Photos by CIVMAR Roel SanJuan. 💪🚢⚓️

07/01/2024

This week’s U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command “Ship in the Spotlight” is USNS John Lenthall (T-AO 189). The fleet replenishment oiler is operating with ships in the USS George Washington (CVN 73) Carrier Strike Group providing logistics support to U.S. Navy and partners nations as part of Southern Seas 2024. Southern Seas 2024 seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command & U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility through joint, multinational, and interagency exchanges and cooperation. ⛽️📦🍕
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Special thanks to the amazing crew aboard USNS Apalachicola for hosting a wonderful family and friends day at sea!!! 🫡

USNS Kanawha Homecoming

Family members of USNS Kanawha’s (T-AO 196) Civil Service Mariners board the ship to welcome their loved ones home after returning to Naval Station Norfolk.

USNS Kanawha Homecoming

Family members of USNS Kanawha’s (T-AO 196) Civil Service Mariners board the ship to welcome their loved ones home after returning to Naval Station Norfolk.

USNS Kanawha returns to Naval Station Norfolk

Happy 75th Anniversary to U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command from Commander, U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost. 🎉🎂🎊 This year, MSC celebrates 75 years of maritime excellence. Established as Military Sea Transportation Service in 1949, MSC is the premier logistics and special mission provider for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) directly supporting Navy Fleet Commanders, U.S. Transportation Command, and Assistant Secretary of the Navy Research, Development and Acquisition to deliver agile and persistent logistics to the Navy and joint military force. #MSCDelivers #WeAreMSC #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver #msc75 #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence

What Does 75 Years of Maritime Excellence Mean to Us? Civil Service Mariner Thomas Pace talks about MSC's standards of excellence. MSC is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024. MSC exists to support the joint warfighter across the full spectrum of military operations, with a workforce that includes approximately 6,000 Civil Service Mariners and 1,100 contract mariners, supported by 1,500 shore staff and 1,400 active duty and reserve military personnel. #MSC75andcounting #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence #MSCDelivers #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver #WeAreMSC See less

What Does 75 Years of Maritime Excellence Mean to Us? Civil Service Mariner Mark Anthony talks about MSC's global impact. MSC is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024. MSC exists to support the joint warfighter across the full spectrum of military operations, with a workforce that includes approximately 6,000 Civil Service Mariners and 1,100 contract mariners, supported by 1,500 shore staff and 1,400 active duty and reserve military personnel. #MSC75andcounting #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence #MSCDelivers #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver #WeAreMSC

What Does 75 Years of Maritime Excellence Mean to Us? Civil Service Mariner Larry Gonzales expresses his pride in being a mariner with Military Sealift Command. MSC is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024. MSC exists to support the joint warfighter across the full spectrum of military operations, with a workforce that includes approximately 6,000 Civil Service Mariners and 1,100 contract mariners, supported by 1,500 shore staff and 1,400 active duty and reserve military personnel. #MSC75andcounting #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence #MSCDelivers #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver #WeAreMSC

What does 75 years of maritime excellence mean to you? MSC Civil Service Mariner Joseph Redwood talks about MSC’s global impact and setting the standard. MSC is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024. MSC exists to support the joint warfighter across the full spectrum of military operations, with a workforce that includes approximately 6,000 Civil Service Mariners and 1,100 contract mariners, supported by 1,500 shore staff and 1,400 active duty and reserve military personnel. #MSC75andcounting #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence #MSCDelivers #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver #WeAreMSC

Today, U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command along with communities around the nation celebrate National Maritime Day. On this day we recognize the greatness and strategic importance of the maritime industry. U.S. Merchant Mariners, the shipbuilding and repair industry, and maritime companies have been essential to American economic prosperity since the founding of our nation. In support of our national defense, it is Merchant Mariners, like our Department of Defense Civil Service Mariners, who sail the ships with the fuel, supplies, and combat equipment that enable the Joint Force to operate globally. 🫡⚓️🚢 #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver #MSCDelivers #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence U.S. Navy U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Maritime Administration - MARAD SUNY Maritime College Maine Maritime Academy U.S. Merchant Marine Academy - USMMA Great Lakes Maritime Academy Massachusetts Maritime Academy

The crew from fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202), Military Sealift Command Far East and Navy League Siam Council in Pattaya, splash around with elephants at the Pattaya Elephant Sanctuary, in Sattahip, during a community outreach event, May 17, 2024. (U.S. Navy photo by Grady T. Fontana)

What does 75 Years of Maritime Excellence mean to us? Civil Service Mariner Iesha Byrd talks about the pride she has in supporting the warfighters from the sea. MSC is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024. MSC exists to support the joint warfighter across the full spectrum of military operations, with a workforce that includes approximately 6,000 Civil Service Mariners and 1,100 contract mariners, supported by 1,500 shore staff and 1,400 active duty and reserve military personnel. #WeAreMSC #MSCDelivers #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence #UnitedWeSail

What does 75 Years of Maritime Excellence Means to Us? Military Sealift Command Procurement Analyst Michael Peroha, shares his thoughts on the command’s ability to adapt to military landscape over the past seven decades.

What does 75 years of Maritime Excellence mean to us? MSC Principle Port Engineer, Benjamin Miner, compares his Navy experience to camaraderie at MSC.

What Does 75 Years of Maritime Excellence Mean to Us? Listen as MSC Occupational Safety and Health Manager Perry Corbett talks about the impact the command and its civil service mariners have on the Department of Defense.

What 75 Years of Maritime Excellence Mean to Us? MSC CIVMAR Program Manager Bill McCarthy shares his thoughts on Military Sealift Command’s 75th Anniversary. Oct. 1, 2024, marks the 75th Anniversary of Military Sealift Command (MSC). It was on this date in 1949 that RADM William M. Callaghan stood up Military Sea Transportation Service at the Main Navy and Munitions Building, Washington DC. For 75 years, MSC has provided agile logistics, strategic sealift and specialized missions to the Department of Defense.

Lead Marine Placement Specialist Owen Butters talks about Military Sealift Command’s 75 Years of Maritime Excellence. October 1, 2024, marks the 75th Anniversary of Military Sealift Command (MSC). It was on this date in 1949 that RADM William M. Callaghan stood up Military Sea Transportation Service (MSTS) at the Main Navy and Munitions Building, Washington DC. For 75 years, MSC has provided agile logistics, strategic sealift and specialized missions to the Department of Defense.

Military Sealift Command Deputy Force Safety, Scott Muller, shares his thoughts on MSC’s 75 years of maritime excellence.

Program Analyst Shaun Kanak shares his thoughts on Military Sealift Command’s 75 Years of Maritime Excellence. This year marks the 75th Anniversary of MSC. Established as Military Sea Transportation Service in 1949, MSC is the premier logistics and special mission provider for the Department of Defense.

Military Sealift Command Civil Service Mariner Albert Dankwa talks #75yearsofmaritimeexcellence #msc75 #MSCDelivers #WeAreMSC #UnitedWeSail #TogetherWeDeliver