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Naval Reactors was created on Aug. 4, 1948, and has provided the U.S. Navy with 76 Years of Powering Maritime Dominance. Go Nuclear Power! For those not in the Navy and considering the risks of nuclear power, the Navy stats below show what it is like. We must build more Reactors to help bring cheap and sustainable baseload power to the world. This is not Simpsons three eyed fish stuff. Infrastructure Masons Compass Datacenters US Navy Naval Reactors Navy League of the United States #Veterans #veteranshelpingveterans #veteransupport

Sidelined at Sea: U.S. Navy's Premier Submarines Stuck in Dry-Dock Limbo In a troubling revelation, it has been disclosed that out of the forty-nine submarines currently in commission within the U.S. Navy, a staggering sixteen nuclear attack subs are incapacitated, either languishing in dry-docks or tethered to piers. This constitutes nearly a third of the Navy's formidable submarine fleet, its primary offensive arm. What's more concerning is that these submarines lack the essential dive certifications necessary for deployment. The root cause? A daunting three-year maintenance backlog that has plagued the U.S. Navy. The Current State of Affairs: These incapacitated submarines, unable to get underway, represent a critical shortfall in the readiness of the American submarine force. Often hailed as the "point of the spear" in terms of American military might, these vessels are integral to numerous military strategies and operations. However, their current state of unreadiness poses a significant challenge to meeting the demands of the prevailing threat landscape. Unveiling Decades of Neglect: The dire situation facing the U.S. submarine force did not materialize overnight. Rather, it is the culmination of decades of neglect, stemming from a series of misguided assumptions and poor decisions. The repercussions of this neglect are now starkly evident, as the Navy grapples with the consequences of its deferred maintenance and inadequate resource allocation. The Very Slow Path to Recovery: Regaining the lost ground in submarine readiness will be no easy feat. It will require not just months, but years of concerted effort and substantial investment. The road to recovery entails not only the construction of new vessels but also a significant expansion of submarine repair capacity. Only through such comprehensive measures can the U.S. Navy hope to restore its submarine force to its former capability and meet the challenges of the present and future. The revelation of a substantial portion of the U.S. Navy's submarine force being sidelined due to maintenance backlogs underscores the urgent need for action. As the cornerstone of American naval power projection, the readiness of the submarine force is paramount. Addressing the underlying issues will demand a sustained commitment from military leadership, policymakers, and stakeholders alike. Failure to do so risks compromising national security and strategic interests on a global scale. The time for decisive action is way past due.

NDIA DVC will hold its 4th annual Naval Nuclear Submarine and Aircraft Carrier Suppliers Conference, a premier event focused on supply chain challenges and opportunities in the U.S. Navy’s Virginia and Columbia class submarines, and Ford class aircraft carrier shipbuilding programs. The program will also provide information on related international initiatives along with guided Technology Tours on December 11.   This event will again convene experts to effectively translate congressional mandates outlined in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) into actionable responses by industry partners. It provides critical collaboration opportunities for the Navy, Shipbuilders, and Industry stakeholders to enhance their understanding of current construction plans, status, and priorities to assist in aligning industry capacity and capability. Navy Executive Program Directors & Officers, Shipbuilding Managers of Materials, and other experts will participate in panels, offering background and recommendations on streamlined engagement between Industry and Government to address the primary challenges to effective, efficient support of fleet requirements. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eDu4MkaV For questions about this event, please contact ndiadvcevent@gmail.com.

https://lnkd.in/g8XemtdM USS Enterprise Was the U.S. Navy's Best Aircraft Carrier Ever Key Points: The USS Enterprise (CVN-65) is considered the best U.S. aircraft carrier for its combination of technical innovation, lengthy service history, and remarkable size. It was the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, housing eight nuclear reactors, and remained in service for 50 years. -Measuring 1,123 feet, it is the longest naval vessel ever built. The Enterprise...

Lasers: The Ultimate Way for the U.S. Navy to Kill Ballistic Missiles? Simply put, most of the U.S. Navy's warships don't have the power output for a laser that could instantly destroy a missile. It will likely require nuclear reactors – like those on the Nimitz-class and Gerald R. Ford-class supercarriers. Lasers also need to remain locked on a target, which could be a problem for warships moving at high speeds in rough seas. Why Can't We...

This issue is of #Proceedings is our annual focus on the #submarine #force. US Navy nuclear-powered fast-attack and guided-missile #submarines are sometimes referred to as the “queens of the chessboard.” Their #stealth, #speed, #endurance, and #firepower make them impressive elements of the joint force. As retired Captain William Toti pointed out in last year’s December issue, “You Can’t Win Without (More) Submarines.” And U.S. ballistic #missile submarines are the only survivable leg of the nation’s strategic #nuclear triad. In keeping with our ongoing focus on #shipbuilding, we must note that the #Navy and the submarine #industrial complex are still short of the goal of building one Columbia-class and two Virginia-class submarines per year. More must be done to reach that goal as soon as possible. #mai #marineacoustics #underseawarfare #submarinewarfare #innovation #capacity #industrialbase #capability #forcemultiplier #usnavy U.S. Naval Institute https://lnkd.in/grhgh5_R

It's been coming for a while - Marles & Cook will tomorrow announce creation of defence and civilian precincts in a major overhaul of the Henderson hub. Incl building at least one dry dock, which is needed for depot-level or deep maintenance of submarines. 'An indicative image of the defence precinct shows two such docks along with a floating dock for in-water maintenance and a “contingency” dock that can be used for unplanned repairs on nuclear-powered submarines.' 'It will also give Australia facilities on both sides of the continent — vital for national security — capable of conducting full-cycle docking on its large naval vessels, including the Virginia class and SSN-AUKUS submarines once they join the fleet from the early 2030s.' At the moment, def infra & contractors working on naval projects mixed with civilian ops incl Austal, Civmec, ASC, BAE Systems & Luerssen. New def/civil split precinct will help meet sec requirements from Australia’s AUKUS partners around maintenance of the nuclear-powered subs. https://lnkd.in/gt_Y7Sar

USS Nautilus: The U.S. Navy's First Nuclear Submarine Ever Was Astounding The USS Nautilus incorporated the more significant Underwater Propulsion Power improvements made to her Gato, Balao and Tench-class predecessors. In her early years, the legendary submarine achieved multiple records and, in 1958, accomplished the first voyage under the geographic North Pole. USS Nautilus: The U.S. Navy's First Nuclear Submarine Ever - In.......

New #USNavy long-range #shipbuilding plan details decommissioning 19 ships in FY 2025. The latest 30-year shipbuilding plan sketches out two paths to get to a larger fleet – one bounded by flat budgets and a second one that seeks to build the ships the Navy needs to reach its goal of 381 ships. Both plans would seek to buy two attack subs per year from FY 2026 through FY 2043. Both plans also show the Navy buying one Columbia-class #submarine per year from FY 2026 through FY 2035, reflecting the goal of recapitalizing the sea-based leg of the nuclear triad and the need to replace the Ohio-class #submarines one for one as they retire. | https://bit.ly/3x9SRq0 The plan also breaks down the significant investment in the submarine industrial base that Navy officials argue is required to both build the boats the U.S. needs for AUKUS. | Download the Document: https://bit.ly/3x3uOsY ⚓ #submersibles #silentservice #defensecontractors #defenseindustry #nationalsecurity

Complete Guide of "Submarine Combat System" Download free sample PDF : (https://lnkd.in/dqaGV-tn) The global submarine combat system market, valued at USD 11.4 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 7% from 2024 to 2032. Based on end-use, the market is categorized into conventional nuclear and other segments. In 2023, the nuclear segment emerged as the fastest-growing, achieving a CAGR of over 8.7%. In 2023, North America accounted for the largest share of the submarine combat system market, holding over 35%, with expectations to maintain its leading position throughout the forecast period. The U.S. dominates the market in this region, driven by substantial defense spending and continuous naval modernization efforts. The U.S. Navy is directing significant investments into next-generation nuclear-powered submarines, including the Virginia-class and Columbia-class, and integrating cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems.