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Vice Admiral McLane Host's the CO's Waterfront Symposium [Image 3 of 3]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Feb. 2, 2026) –Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, listens to feedback from local command triads during a simulated ship collision module at the CO’s Waterfront Symposium at Ford Island on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Feb. 2. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

Vice Admiral McLane Host's the CO's Waterfront Symposium [Image 2 of 3]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Feb. 2, 2026) – Capt. Allen Maxwell, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Chief, Joint Reconnaissance Center, gives feedback about a simulated ship collision module to Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, and local command triads during the CO’s Waterfront Symposium at Ford Island on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Feb. 2. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

Vice Admiral McLane Host's the CO's Waterfront Symposium [Image 1 of 3]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Feb. 2, 2026) – Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, meets with local command triads during the CO’s Waterfront Symposium at Ford Island on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Feb. 2. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

Adm. Houston Hosts SWO-N Discussion at MSTCPAC [Image 1 of 3]

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 4, 2026) - Adm. William Houston, director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, Department of the Navy/Department of Energy, speaks to Nuclear Surface Warfare Officers (SWO-N) during a SWO-N discussion at Mariner Skills Training Center Pacific, Feb. 4. The discussion was held for Houston to host a question and answer discussion with junior and senior SWO-N along the San Diego waterfront. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Martinez)

Adm. Houston Hosts SWO-N Discussion at MSTCPAC [Image 2 of 3]

Adm. Houston Hosts SWO-N Discussion at MSTCPAC [Image 3 of 3]

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 4, 2026) - Adm. William Houston, director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, Department of the Navy/Department of Energy, speaks with junior Nuclear Surface Warfare Officers (SWO-N) following a question and answer discussion at Mariner Skills Training Center Pacific, Feb. 4. The discussion was held for Houston to host a question and answer discussion with junior and senior SWO-N along the San Diego waterfront. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Martinez)

Vice Admiral McLane visits USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) [Image 7 of 7]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Jan. 29, 2026) – Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, meets Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Jakob Leonard during a visit to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 29. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

Vice Admiral McLane visits USS Carl M. Levin (DDG 120) [Image 6 of 7]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Jan. 29, 2026) – Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, meets Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Aiyana, Nnamdi during a visit to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Carl M. Levin (DDG 120) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 29. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

Vice Admiral McLane visits USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) [Image 5 of 7]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Jan. 29, 2026) – Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, meets with a contractor on the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 29. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

Vice Admiral McLane visits USS Carl M. Levin (DDG 120) [Image 4 of 7]

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Jan. 29, 2026) – Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, is piped aboard during a visit to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Carl M. Levin (DDG 120) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 29. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carson J. Davis)

USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. Conducts Live-Fire Exercise

U.S. Navy Sailors conduct a live-fire exercise aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) on Jan. 23, 2026. Frank E. Petersen Jr. is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to 7th Fleet conduct regular Indo-Pacific patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. The mission of Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet is to man, train, and equip the Surface Force to provide fleet commanders with credible naval power to control the sea and project power ashore.

U.S. Navy Surface Force Celebrates 50 Years

Fifty years ago, Operation Frequent Wind had just wrapped, officially signifying the end of the United States’ involvement in the Vietnam War. The Cold War was in full swing, and the Navy, with an emphasis on readiness, needed to reorganize its surface force to meet the demand.

Ready: Modern Sailor Training for a Modern Global Climate

It’s 3:00 a.m. in the Red Sea. An Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer navigates steadily through the dark water. Inside the combat information center in the ship’s heart, a team of enlisted and commissioned Sailors man their stations with calm, careful attention. An Operations Specialist Seaman sits at his console watching for radar contacts, ready to act if danger arises.

Commanders of Unmanned Surface Vessel Divisions 31, 32, 33 Assume Command

Commanders of Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) Divisions 31, 32 and 33 assumed their respective commands during a ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado, Jan. 22.

SWOBOSS delivers Status of the Force at the 2026 Surface Navy Association National Symposium

ARLINGTON, Va. (Jan. 13, 2026) — Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander of Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, delivered Status of the Force remarks at the 38th Annual Surface Navy Association (SNA) National Symposium in Arlington, Va., Jan.13. He focused on the indispensable role of the Sailor and the Navy’s unwavering commitment to maritime dominance.

Surface Warfare: Combat Ready Warfighters for 250 Years

Honoring the legacy of America’s Surface Force while preparing for the fight ahead. This film bridges generations of Sailors—past, present, and future—united by innovation, readiness, and the relentless pursuit of excellence at sea. (U.S. Navy video by Angel Rodriguez)

Navy's Flight III Destroyer Brings Significant Combatant Capabilities

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125) is the first Flight III warship in the U.S. Navy, marking a significant evolution in surface force combatant capabilities.

USS Benfold (DDG 65) Arrives at New Homeport

EVERETT, Wash. – The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Benfold (DDG 65), arrived at its new homeport of Naval Station Everett, Nov. 24, following 10 years of forward-deployed service in the Indo-Pacific region.

USS Pierre (LCS-38) Commissioning Ceremony

Commissioning ceremony for USS Pierre (LCS-38) in Panama City, Florida, November 15.

USS Pierre Departs Panama City After Commissioning

The USS Pierre (LCS 38) departs St. Andrew Bay Nov. 17, 2025, after being commissioned, beginning its journey to its homeport in San Diego, Calif.

USS Pierre Departs Panama City After Commissioning

The USS Pierre (LCS 38) departs St. Andrew Bay Nov. 17, 2025, after being commissioned, beginning its journey to its homeport in San Diego, Calif.

USS Pierre Departs Panama City After Commissioning

The USS Pierre (LCS 38) departs St. Andrew Bay Nov. 17, 2025, after being commissioned, beginning its journey to its homeport in San Diego, Calif.

USS Pierre Departs Panama City After Commissioning

The USS Pierre (LCS 38) departs St. Andrew Bay Nov. 17, 2025, after being commissioned, beginning its journey to its homeport in San Diego, Calif.

USS Pierre (LCS 38) Commissions Under the Bright Florida Sky

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Nov. 15, 2025) – The Navy commissioned its newest ship, the Independence- variant littoral combat ship USS Pierre (LCS 38) in a ceremony held in Panama City, Fla., Nov. 15. During the ceremony, the guest speaker, Honorable John Phelan, 79th Secretary of the Navy, recognized the innovation of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship and thanked the leadership and crew of USS Pierre as they brought the ship to life and began her commissioned service.

USS Pierre (LCS 38) Commissioning Virtual Tour

USS Pierre Commanding Officer's Reception Pre-Commissioning

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (Nov. 13, 2025) — Cmdr. Justin Guernsey, commanding officer of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Pierre (LCS 38), and Tricia Berry, events chairman for the USS Pierre Commissioning Committee, speak at the commanding officer's reception dinner aboard the ship ahead of its commissioning ceremony. Pierre is the second U.S. Navy ship to bear this name and will be the final Independence-variant LCS to be commissioned in the U.S. Navy. Pierre will be commissioned in Panama City on Nov. 15. (U.S. Navy audio by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro)

USS Pierre Arrives in Panama City, Florida

251007-N-CH260-1001 PANAMA CITY, Fla. — Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Pierre (LCS 38) arrives in Panama City, Fla. ahead of her commissioning ceremony, Nov. 7, 2025. Pierre is the second U.S. Navy ship to bear this name and will be the final Independence-variant LCS to be commissioned in the U.S. Navy. Pierre will be commissioned in Panama City on Nov. 15. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kassandra Alanis).

USS America to Return to United States

America-class amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) departed Sasebo, Japan for San Diego, California as part of a scheduled rotation of forces in the Pacific. This will be executed as a permanent change of station for the crew and family members.

Surface Force Delivers Leadership Coaching Program

Everyone has a different theory about what it means to be a good leader. Some leaders will say it is a natural ability, others believe it can be learned. Still others might say leadership is all about setting a good example. Whatever your perspective, one thing seems undeniably true: Good leaders build more leaders. Leadership means helping others become good leaders after you, wanting to set them up to succeed because you know that you must at some point pass on the mantle. Today, this idea is being applied to surface warfare in a first-of-its-kind Surface Force Leadership Coaching Program.

Navy Announces Commissioning Date and Location for the Future USS Pierre

The U.S. Navy will commission the future USS Pierre (LCS 38), an Independence-variant littoral combat ship, in Panama City, Florida, Nov. 15.

Change of Office and Retirement Ceremony for Rear Adm. Ted LeClair

NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO, Ca. (Aug. 8, 2025) - Rear Adm. Ted LeClair, deputy commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet and commander, Task Force LCS, delivers remarks during his retirement ceremony at Naval Base San Diego. During the ceremony, LeClair turned over responsibilities as commander, Task Force LCS to Capt. Wayne Gehman and celebrated his retirement after 34 years of naval service. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Robert Zahn)

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Diving into the Reserves: Reserve to Sea Surface Search and Rescue (SSAR) Swimmers prepare to help ships reach 80% surge ready goals.

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