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Naval Oceanography Sailor Spends Time Aboard UK’s Aircraft Carrier
March 4, 2022 — Stennis Space Center, Miss. —— A common practice amongst militaries of allying countries are personnel exchanges, where service-members of respective countries participate in different military cultures and observe varying defense operations. Slidell, Louisiana-native, U.S. Navy Aerographer’s Mate Chief (AGC) David Bernhard joined the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy aboard one of its aircraft carriers—the HMS Queen Elizabeth (RO 8). ... MORE

181029-N-ET513-0003 NORFOLK, Va. (Oct. 29, 2018) Sailors observe the Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth II (R08) from aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB is in port in Norfolk, Virginia, conducting routine training exercises to maintain carrier readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kallysta Castillo)

Naval Oceanography Spearheads New Test, Evaluation Process
March 4, 2022 — STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. — U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (Naval Oceanography) is utilizing cutting-edge methodologies for: Fleet experimentation; test and evaluation(T&E); tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP) development; and mission engineering of warfare systems, known as Live Virtual Constructive Modeling & Simulation (LVC M&S). Essentially, LVC M&S is: Live-simulation involving real-people operating real-systems; Virtual-simulation with real-people operating simulated systems; and Constructive-simulation of simulated people operating simulated systems—all working to create the most realistic model and simulation of a physical-battlespace. ... MORE

The Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE) enables Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) training with live and synthetic systems around the globe. The Navy recently utilized NCTE during the Large-Scale Exercise (LSE) 2021 to execute LVC events with forces from across the United States Fleet Forces Command, U.S. Pacific Fleet, and U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa. The above graph show how the program communicates using networks, simulations, simulation routing equipment, data translation devices and live training range systems used to create a realistic LVC training environment. (Graphic created by Ron Keter)

Naval Oceanography is DOD’s Leading UUV Authority
February 24, 2022 — STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. —— Underwater warfare, as a physical-battlespace, has grown in parallel to current technological innovation, expanding use of unmanned underwater vehicles (UUV), and the U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (Naval Oceanography) has prepared—over the last 150 years—to be the nation’s leading authority for all things UUV. Naval Oceanography uses an assortment of UUVs to collect environmental-battlespace data which create real-time, predictive models for operational purposes to the U.S. Navy’s Fleet—where each UUV is utilized based on its unique capability. ... MORE

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 16-18) — During AFCEA-USNI WEST 2022, Michael Bendzlowicz, Deputy of Operations, discusses how Naval Oceanography uses the Remote Environmental Measuring Units (REMUS) class of UUVs: the REMUS 100; REMUS 600 (LBS-AUV program); REMUS 2500; and REMUS 6000, all man-portable, programmable vehicles that can perform independent operations from a shore, host platform and capable of diving meters below the surface, annotated after its title. (Ex: REMUS 600 dives 600 meters). AFCEA-USNI WEST is a premier conference and gathering of the latest, cutting-edge technologies and state-of-the-art capabilities that support sea service operations. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

Under Secretary Visits Naval Oceanography
February 7, 2022 — STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. (Feb. 07, 2022) – The Honorable Meredith Berger, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment and performing the duties of the Under Secretary of the Navy visited various Naval Oceanography commands at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, February 3. Berger met with Sailors and Civilians, toured Commander, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (CNMOC) facilities and received updates on unmanned capabilities, electromagnetic maneuver warfare and undersea warfare. “Naval Oceanography is at the forefront of National Security and environmental expertise for our Navy,” said Berger. “This team focuses on the ability of humans and machines to work together to provide a common tactical picture for our warfighters.” ... MORE

The Honorable Meredith Berger, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment and performing the duties of the Under Secretary of the Navy is briefed on Fleet Survey Team capabilities in the oceanographic high bay of FST during her first visit to Naval Oceanography and Meteorology Command (NMOC) at NASA Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, Feb. 3, 2022. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

CNO and DCNO Visit Naval Oceanography
January 21, 2022 — STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. (Jan. 20, 2022) -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday and Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare and Director of Naval Intelligence Vice Adm. Jeffrey Trussler visited various Naval Oceanography commands at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, January 20... MORE

STENNIS, Miss. (Jan. 20, 2022) - Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday is greeted by RDML Ron Piret, Commander, U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (CNMOC), CNMOC Command Master Chief Jessica Mihailin and Ms. Jennifer Hailes, CNMOC Technical Director (acting), during his visit to Stennis Space Center, Jan. 20, 2022. The Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Bobby Dixon/released)

Fleet Weather Center San Diego Conducts Change of Command
January 21, 2022 — CORONADO, Calif.— Captain Kate Hermsdorfer relieved Captain Shane Stoughton, as Commanding Officer of Fleet Weather Center San Diego (FWC-SD) during a Change of Command Ceremony, January 21, 2022 at Naval Air Station North Island. Capt. Stoughton assumed command of FWC-SD in January 2020, overseeing 430 military and civilian personnel in the creation of full-spectrum meteorological capabilities that deliver the margin of victory in combat operations, decision superiority, and facilitates risk management and resource protection. His follow-on assignment is Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Staff, Washington, DC. ... MORE

Standing before Rear Admiral Ronald J. Piret, Commander, Naval Meteorology Oceanography Command, Captain Kate Hermsdorfer relieves Captain Shane Stoughton, as Commanding Officer of Fleet Weather Center San Diego during a Change of Command Ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island

Naval Oceanography Staff embark USNS Pathfinder
January 7, 2022 — Sailors and staff from Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (NAVMETOCCOM) and Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO) embarked on USNS Pathfinder (T-AGS 60), an oceanographic survey ship for an operational familiarization transit, Jan. 4-7. Launched in 1993, Pathfinder is a 330-foot vessel with approximately 30 crew members and room for 25 surveyors. The ship is designed to gather underwater data in either coastal or deep ocean waters, a capability that provides both economy and flexibility. This dual capability directly supports Navy’s increased emphasis on shallow water or littoral (near-shore) warfare. ... MORE

Sailors from U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command and staff from Naval Oceanographic Office embarked on Military Sealift Command oceanographic survey ship USNS Pathfinder (T-AGS 60) for training and a familiarization underway. The Pathfinder is the oldest of six ships in the Pathfinder Class, and is named for Matthew Fontaine Maury, "Pathfinder of the Seas" and "Father of Modern Oceanography and Naval Meteorology." The ship was delivered to the Navy in October of 1994 and has completed over 250 survey missions. U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (NMOC) directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary. (US Navy photo by LT Bobby Dixon / Released)

Interview with AG2 Corniche King and his acceptance into STA-21 Program
December 29, 2021 — Recently, Naval Oceanography had one of its own, Aerographer’s Mate Petty Officer 2nd Class (AG2) Corniche King, accepted into the Seaman to Admiral-21 Program (STA-21) that offers qualified enlisted Sailors the ability to move into officer ranks in the U.S. Navy, December 10, 2021. Since the 1960s, then Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Boorda reestablished the program as the admiral believed, "people should have the opportunity to excel, and be all they can be, even if they don't get a perfect or traditional start." ... MORE

Recently, Naval Oceanography had one of its own, Aerographer’s Mate Petty Officer 2nd Class (AG2) Corniche King, accepted into the Seaman to Admiral-21 Program (STA-21) that offers qualified enlisted Sailors the ability to move into officer ranks in the U.S. Navy, December 10, 2021.

Since the 1960s, then Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Boorda reestablished the program as the admiral believed, "people should have the opportunity to excel, and be all they can be, even if they don't get a perfect or traditional start."

Graduation of CELP 2020 Cohort
December 13, 2021 — “People do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.” President Theodore Roosevelt. STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Miss. — U.S. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (CNMOC) graduated five civilian and two naval officers from the CNMOC Executive Leadership Program (CELP), Nov. 19, 2021. CNMOC established CELP in 2012 with the purpose of building a foundation for personnel leadership development and preparing participants for potential placement in key leadership positions. The CELP 2020 cohort is the seventh to graduate from the program. The program boasts 62 personnel completing it to date. ... MORE

Dr. William Burnett, Technical Director, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command (CNMOC), presents Lieutenant Commander Casey Burgener, Fleet Survey Team and CELP graduate, with a graduation award at the FY2020 CNMOC Executive Leadership Program graduation ceremony at Stennis Space Center, MS, Nov. 19, 2021. CNMOC directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Visits Naval Oceanography
December 8, 2021 — Naval Oceanography hosted Mr. James Griffith, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Director, Source Operations and Management Directorate—along with other NGA personnel—for a detailed overview of Commander Naval Meteorology ad Oceanography Command (CNMOC) for operational briefs and in-person engagements with subject matter experts, Nov. 17, 2021. The cohort toured various Naval Oceanography facilities with focus on Naval Oceanographic Office’s (NAVO) program offices, and operational equipment from Fleet Survey Team (FST) and Naval Oceanography Mine Warfare (NOMWC) used to collect data, then transformed into detailed, multispectral charts and maps by NGA. ... MORE

Mr. James Griffith, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Director, Source Operations and Management Directorate, along with other NGA personnel, received a detailed capabilities overview and tour of the Fleet Survey Team at Stennis Space Center, MS. The Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

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