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USNI News Fleet and Marine Tracker: Nov. 16, 2020

 November 16, 2020 10:38 AM USNI News Graphic These are the approximate positions of the U.S. Navy’s deployed carrier strike groups and amphibious ready groups throughout the world as of Nov. 16, 2020, based on Navy and public data. In cases where a CSG or ARG is conducting disaggregated operations, the chart reflects the locationContinue reading “USNI News Fleet and Marine Tracker: Nov. 16, 2020”

Navy May Extend Life of Ohio SSBNs to Provide Cushion for Introduction of Columbia-class

 By: Megan Eckstein November 16, 2020 6:19 PM Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN-730) on Oct. 21, 2020. US Navy Photo The Navy is looking at extending the lives of the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines again – beyond the now 42-year planned life for the SSBNs – to add a little more capability forContinue reading “Navy May Extend Life of Ohio SSBNs to Provide Cushion for Introduction of Columbia-class”

HMS Lancaster Completes Operations In High North The warship, fresh from a major refit, gained experience of operating in the sub-zero conditions of the icy environment.

 17th November 2020 at 4:15pm HMS Lancaster has completed three days of operations in the High North – the second time the Royal Navy has sailed into the Arctic Circle in two months. By sailing into the North Cape, the warship gained experience of operating in sub-zero conditions in the icy High North environment, enhancingContinue reading “HMS Lancaster Completes Operations In High North The warship, fresh from a major refit, gained experience of operating in the sub-zero conditions of the icy environment.”