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BATH, Maine

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby tours General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine, with BIW Vice President, Programs Mr. Christopher Waaler, Nov. 1, 2024. The shipyard specializes in the design, building and support of the Navy’s surface combatants and is the lead designer and builder of the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. Kilby visited the Northeast to engage with Sailors and meet with Navy and industry leadership to discuss Navy readiness, Sailor Quality of Service and the CNO’s Navigation Plan 2024. (Photo courtesy of General Dynamics Bath Iron Works) Share

BATH, Maine

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby salutes the sideboys as he departs the future USS John Basilone (DDG 122) at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine, Nov. 1, 2024. The shipyard specializes in the design, building and support of the Navy’s surface combatants and is the lead designer and builder of the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. Kilby visited the Northeast to engage with Sailors and meet with Navy and industry leadership to discuss Navy readiness, Sailor Quality of Service and the CNO’s Navigation Plan 2024. (Photo credit General Dynamics Bath Iron Works) Share

BATH, Maine

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby tours the ongoing construction at the multi-mission drydock at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Oct. 31, 2024. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is America’s leader for attack submarine maintenance, repair, and modernization. Kilby visited the Northeast to engage with Sailors meet with Navy and industry leadership to discuss Navy readiness, Sailor Quality of Service and the CNO’s Navigation Plan 2024. (U.S Navy photo by Branden Bourque) Share

KITTERY, Maine

KITTERY, Maine (Oct. 31, 2024) - Jade Yelton, Child Youth Program Direct at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, right, discusses functions of the shipyard's childcare development center with Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby during a scheduled tour of the shipyard, Oct. 31, 2024. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is America’s leader for attack submarine maintenance, repair, and modernization. Kilby visited the Northeast to engage with Sailors meet with Navy and industry leadership to discuss Navy readiness, Sailor Quality of Service and the CNO’s Navigation Plan 2024. (U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Charlotte C. Oliver) Share

KITTERY, Maine

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby (center right) and Director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, Department of the Navy/Department of Energy Adm. Bill Houston (center) tours General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 29, 2024. Electric Boat is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Navy’s Virginia-class fast-attack submarines. Kilby visited the Northeast to engage with Sailors and meet with Navy and industry leadership to discuss Navy readiness, Sailor Quality of Service and the CNO’s Navigation Plan 2024. (Photo credit General Dynamics Electric Boat) Share

GROTON, Conn.

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby pins Lt. j.g. Jacob Trevino with his submarine qualification - also known as "dolphins" - during a tour of General Dynamics Electric Boat (EB) shipbuilding facility in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 29, 2024. Hartford and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12, whose primary mission is to provide fast-attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe. Electric Boat is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Navy's Virginia-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Hodgdon) Share

GROTON, Conn.

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby presents a Sailor of the Quarter award to Fire Control Technician 1st Class Mitch McName assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Hartford (SSN 768), during a tour of General Dynamic Electric Boat (EB) shipbuilding facility in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 29, 2024. An all-red rank insignia, as worn by Kilby, signifies a sailor that is fully qualified in their specialty aboard Hartford. Hartford and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12, whose primary mission is to provide fast-attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe. Electric Boat is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Navy's Virginia-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Hodgdon) Share

MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C.

Michael Wagoner, left, head of the Engines and Dynamic Components Branch for the Production Line Support Division in the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Engineering Depot Support Team at Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE), was recognized as the command’s 2024 Supervisor of the Year by FRCE Commanding Officer Capt. Randy J. Berti during a ceremony held Oct. 24. Wagoner’s efforts to improve productivity, efficiency and team morale by emphasizing open communication, employee empowerment and work-life balance set him apart from the other nominees for the honor. Share

GROTON, Conn.

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby presents a Sailor of the Quarter award to Electronics Technician (Navigation) 3rd Class Nicholas Feliciano assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Hartford (SSN 768), during a tour of General Dynamic Electric Boat (EB) shipbuilding facility in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 29, 2024. An all-red rank insignia, as worn by Kilby, signifies a Sailor is fully qualified in their specialty aboard Hartford. Hartford and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12, whose primary mission is to provide fast-attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe. Electric Boat is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Navy's Virginia-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Hodgdon) Share

GROTON, Conn.

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby greets Electronics Technician (Navigation) 3rd Class Nicholas Feliciano assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Hartford (SSN 768), during a tour of General Dynamic Electric Boat (EB) shipbuilding facility in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 29, 2024. An all-red rank insignia, as worn by Kilby, signifies a Sailor is fully qualified in their specialty aboard Hartford. Hartford and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12, whose primary mission is to provide fast-attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe. Electric Boat is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Navy's Virginia-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Hodgdon) Share

GROTON, Conn.

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby tours USS Hartford (SSN 768), led by commanding officer Cmdr. Kevin Behm, during a visit to General Dynamic Electric Boat (EB) shipbuilding facility in Groton, Connecticut, Oct. 29, 2024. Hartford and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 12, whose primary mission is to provide fast-attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe. Electric Boat is the prime contractor and lead design yard for the Navy's Virginia-class fast-attack submarines. (U.S. Navy photo by Gary Hodgdon) Share

LUMUT, Malaysia

U.S. Navy Capt. Pasit Somboonpakron, U.S. defense attche at the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, delivers remarks at the closing ceremony of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia 2024, Nov. 5. CARAT Malaysia 2024 is a biennial exercise that seeks to enhance collaboration focused on shared maritime security challenges in the region. In its 30th year, CARAT 2024 highlights the longstanding role of regular collaboration as a credible venue for regional Allies and partners to address shared maritime security priorities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hannah Fry/Released) Share