Panetta: Partnerships Bolster National Security By Amaani LyleAmerican Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, June 29, 2012 ? Collaboration, as much as military might, should play a key role in national security, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said here last night. In remarks as part of the United States Institute of Peace’s Acheson lecture series, Panetta outlined […]
PACOM Headlines International Group Transits Together to Hawaii for RIMPAC By Carrier Strike Group 11 Public Affairs PACIFIC OCEAN – Naval surface forces from five different nations that transited together from San Diego began arriving in Hawaii June 28, in preparation for the upcoming Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) maritime exercise. The ships transited in […]
MANILA, Philippines – This year’s joint naval exercises between the Philippines and the United States will push through on Monday amid China’s declaration that it will resolutely oppose any military provocation in its territorial waters. The Philippine Navy said yesterday that the exercise is aimed at enhancing the skills of the naval forces of the […]
PACOM Headlines Thailand and US Improve Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response Capabilities By BAE 12 Public Affairs US Army FORT THANARAT, Thailand – Thailand and the United States, two strong and long-time allies, are developing a robust partnership to better respond to natural and man-made disasters. The Royal Thai Army (RTA) and United States Army […]
FORT THANARAT, Thailand — Bilateral Army Exercise 2012 is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral exercise designed to improve humanitarian assistance/ disaster relief capabilities, enhance bilateral Infantry, Aviation, Medical, Engineer, and Battle Staff capabilities, enhance military-to-military relationships and mission readiness, and improve the quality of life in rural communities. Source
South Korea is commemorating the 10th anniversary of a deadly naval clash with North Korea. South Korean President Lee Myung-bak attended Friday’s ceremony at a naval base south of Seoul and vowed stern punishment for any future North Korean attacks. Six South Korean sailors died in the 2002 incident, while North Korea’s casualties are unclear. […]
Some 25,000 sailors and other military personnel from 22 nations are converging on Hawaii starting Friday to practice hunting for submarines and catching pirates in the world’s largest naval exercises. The U.S. Pacific Fleet is hosting the Rim of the Pacific exercises, which take place every two years in Hawaii and surrounding waters. Countries from […]
BOSTON—Thousands of sailors aboard naval ships from around the world are gathering in Boston to mark the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Star-Spangled Banner — an event that coincides with this year’s Boston Harborfest, a Fourth of July festival showcasing the city’s maritime and colonial heritage. The War of 1812 marked […]
Ret. Adms. Donnelly, Carr and Ellis to Serve as Key Members SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – June 28, 2012 – Channel Technologies Group (CTG) has named Ret. Vice Adm. John J. Donnelly, Ret. Rear Adm. Nevin P. Carr and Ret. Rear Adm. Winford (Jerry) Ellis to the company’s first Strategic Advisory Board (Board). The Board will […]
Leaner, meaner technology and common global practices are crucial catalysts to ensuring the subsea industry’s future sustainability. This was the message from Proserv’s chief executive officer (CEO) who urged industry leaders to work together. David Lamont, CEO of global-leading energy production technology services company Proserv, was speaking at the annual congress of the Oil Council […]