https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil News from U.S Navy. en-us Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:29:38 GMT Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:29:58 GMT https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4446024/forging-the-future-of-naval-warfare-inside-the-2026-warfighting-development-cen/ https://www.dvidshub.net/image/9587211/forging-future-naval-warfare-inside-2026-warfighting-developm<br /> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:29:38 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4446024/forging-the-future-of-naval-warfare-inside-the-2026-warfighting-development-cen/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4445816/rear-adm-mazur-visits-nwdc-to-discuss-modeling-simulation-and-2nd-fleet-wargami/ <br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Mar/27/2003903805/150/150/0/260304-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='Rear Adm. David E. Mazur, vice commander of U.S. 2nd Fleet and a member of the Royal Canadian Navy, receives a demonstration of modeling and simulation capabilities from Stephanie Lewis, director of Fleet Synthetic Training at Navy Warfare Development Center, during a tour of the Navy Center for Advanced Modeling and Simulation (NCAMS), March 4, 2026. Mazur visited NWDC to learn about modeling, simulation and the upcoming 2nd Fleet 360 Wargame supporting fleet readiness and warfighting' /> <br /> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4445816/rear-adm-mazur-visits-nwdc-to-discuss-modeling-simulation-and-2nd-fleet-wargami/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4417613/mako-challenge-2026-elevating-navy-reserve-readiness/ Navy Reserve Sailors from U.S. Fleet Forces Command, U.S. 2nd Fleet, and U.S. 4th Fleet gathered at<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2026/Feb/27/2003881439/150/150/0/260220-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='Navy Reserve Sailors from U.S. Fleet Forces, U.S. 2nd Fleet, and U.S. 4th Fleet participated in the MAKO Challenge 2026 alongside Adm. Karl Thomas, commander of U.S. Fleet Forces Command, at Navy Warfare Development Center in Norfolk, Virginia, from February 19-22.' /> <br /> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:59:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4417613/mako-challenge-2026-elevating-navy-reserve-readiness/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4336977/navy-warfare-development-center-celebrates-us-navys-250th-birthday-with-traditi/ Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC) commemorated a momentous occasion on October 9, 2025, as the<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Nov/19/2003826064/150/150/0/251009-N-CI480-002.JPG' alt='Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Caycee Dawley, the most junior Sailor in attendance, proudly shares the ceremonial cut with U.S. Navy Captain Douglas Pegher, a distinguished senior leader, during the Navy&#39;s 250th birthday celebration.' /> <br /> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:08:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4336977/navy-warfare-development-center-celebrates-us-navys-250th-birthday-with-traditi/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4272227/nwdc-hosts-groundbreaking-exercise-to-boost-warfighting-readiness/ Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2025, led by NWDC, used a globally integrated live, virtual, and constructive model to conduct complex, real-time simulations involving six combatant commands and all 10 Fleet Maritime Operations Centers operating simultaneously across 22 time zones. This unprecedented scale enhanced interoperability, tactics, and collaboration, preparing forces to secure sea lanes in contested environments. By leveraging advanced virtual technologies, LSE 2025 tested Navy and Marine Corps capabilities realistically without physical strain on equipment. The exercise marks a key advancement in maritime warfighting concepts, global partnerships, and strategic readiness to deter aggression and maintain oceanic security worldwide.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Aug/12/2003778897/150/150/0/250805-N-CI480-009.JPG' alt='LSE 2025 brought military leaders together with Senate and Congressional members to discuss and support the future readiness of our naval forces. This exercise highlights the strong collaboration between defense leadership and policymakers to ensure a resilient and prepared fleet.' /> <br /> Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:11:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4272227/nwdc-hosts-groundbreaking-exercise-to-boost-warfighting-readiness/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4272168/senator-tim-kaine-and-congresswoman-jen-kiggans-visit-navy-warfare-development/ Senator Tim Kaine and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans visited the Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC) in Norfolk to review the Navy’s evolving warfighting concepts and Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2025. During their visit, they received a detailed briefing on the Navy Center for Advanced Modeling and Simulation (NCAMS) and observed how LSE 2025 enhances fleet interoperability, leverages new technologies, and integrates Navy and Joint Force capabilities globally. Both lawmakers expressed strong support for continued collaboration between policymakers and military leaders to maintain a ready, capable, and innovative fleet. The visit underscored NWDC’s role in advancing national defense objectives and ensuring maritime dominance through concept development and experimentation.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Aug/12/2003778863/150/150/0/250804-N-CI480-007.JPG' alt='Mr. Michael Durkin, Director of the Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC), speaks with U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (VA) during his visit to NWDC in Norfolk, Va., on Aug. 4, 2025. Senator Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, received an overview of the Navy’s evolving warfighting concepts and preparations for Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2025, which will test the Fleet’s ability to conduct integrated, distributed maritime operations across multiple theaters.' /> <br /> Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:47:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4272168/senator-tim-kaine-and-congresswoman-jen-kiggans-visit-navy-warfare-development/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4193038/navy-warfare-development-centers-erich-roetz-appointed-council-service-territor/ Mr. Erich Röetz, a retired U.S. Navy Commander and current leader at Navy Warfare Development Center<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/May/20/2003719335/150/150/0/250516-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='Photo of Mr. Erich Röetz Council Service Territory 15 Commissioner for Scouting America.' /> <br /> Fri, 16 May 2025 17:51:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4193038/navy-warfare-development-centers-erich-roetz-appointed-council-service-territor/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4192980/nwdc-hosts-ai-for-knuckledraggers-to-advance-fleet-understanding-of-artificial/ The Navy Warfare Development Command (NWDC) hosted AI for Knuckledraggers, an engaging,<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/May/20/2003719296/150/150/0/250512-N-CI480-019.JPG' alt='AI for Knuckledraggers graphics' /> <br /> Mon, 12 May 2025 17:40:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4192980/nwdc-hosts-ai-for-knuckledraggers-to-advance-fleet-understanding-of-artificial/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4187776/strengthening-ties-vadm-thibault-de-possesse-visits-us-navys-center-for-advance/ Vice Adm. Thibault de Possesse, Director of the Center for Advanced Military Studies and President<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/May/15/2003715996/150/150/0/250401-N-CI480-019.JPG' alt='Mr. Durkin, Director of Navy Warfare Development Center, briefs Vice Admiral Thibault de Possesse—Director of the Center for Advanced Military Studies and President of the French Defense University—along with a 42-member delegation from the French Defense University, on the importance of U.S. Navy–French Navy cooperation during their visit aboard the Navy Warfare Development Center.' /> <br /> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:15:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4187776/strengthening-ties-vadm-thibault-de-possesse-visits-us-navys-center-for-advance/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4188444/leaders-convene-at-naval-station-norfolk-for-20th-bi-annual-warfighting-develop/ Leaders gathered for the 20th bi-annual  Warfighting Development Center Leadership Huddle (WDC LH)<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/May/16/2003716430/150/150/0/250422-N-CI480-017.PNG' alt='Forging the future of maritime dominance — Leaders from across the services gathered at the Advanced Warfighting Summit &amp; Leadership Huddle (April 30 – May 1, 2025) to drive innovation, strengthen collaboration, and advance integrated warfighting excellence.' /> <br /> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:19:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4188444/leaders-convene-at-naval-station-norfolk-for-20th-bi-annual-warfighting-develop/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4188418/fleet-health-integration-panel-advances-readiness-and-care-standards/  Senior Navy medical leaders gathered in Norfolk from April 22–25 for the semi-annual Fleet Health<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/May/16/2003716394/150/150/0/250422-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='Leaders in Navy Medicine come together for the Fleet Health Integration Panel, held April 22–25, 2025, to align efforts in advancing operational readiness and integrated healthcare support for the Fleet.' /> <br /> Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:03:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4188418/fleet-health-integration-panel-advances-readiness-and-care-standards/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4120790/government-civilian-professionals-drive-innovation-and-readiness-with-strategic/ In a series of transformative efforts to elevate operational readiness, Mr. Chris McCarthy and Mr.<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Mar/14/2003667471/150/150/0/250314-N-CI480-002.JPG' alt='NORFOLK, Va. (Feb. 28, 2025) Mr. Michael Durkin, director, Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC), presents Mr. Christopher McCarthy, Branch Head, Navy Maritime Operation Center Training and Exercise Team, with the Superior Civilian Service award during a department call held at NWDC. (U.S. Navy photo by Communication Specialist Ian Delossantos)' /> <br /> Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:22:05 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4120790/government-civilian-professionals-drive-innovation-and-readiness-with-strategic/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4119496/nwdc-winter-newsletter-released-reflecting-on-2024-achievements-and-looking-ahe/ Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC) is excited to announce the release of its Winter Newsletter,<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Mar/13/2003666799/150/150/0/250313-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='NWDC Newsletter graphics' /> <br /> Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:23:47 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4119496/nwdc-winter-newsletter-released-reflecting-on-2024-achievements-and-looking-ahe/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4114640/navy-warfare-development-center-awards-civilian-of-the-year-for-exceptional-ser/ Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC) has named Ms. Susan Wallace its Civilian of the Year for<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Mar/10/2003663667/150/150/0/250310-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='NWDC Civilian of the Year, Ms. Susan Wallace graphics' /> <br /> Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:39:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4114640/navy-warfare-development-center-awards-civilian-of-the-year-for-exceptional-ser/ Awards and Recognition https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4115437/royal-australian-navy-commodore-david-frost-the-naval-attach-to-washington-visi/ Royal Australian Navy Commodore David Frost, Naval Attaché to Washington, visited the Navy Warfare<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Mar/11/2003664026/150/150/0/250306-N-CI480-4743.JPG' alt='Royal Australian Navy Commodore David Frost, Naval Attaché to Washington, visited the Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC) at Naval Station Norfolk on March 6, 2025, where he was welcomed by NWDC Director Mr. Michael Durkin.' /> <br /> Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:29:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4115437/royal-australian-navy-commodore-david-frost-the-naval-attach-to-washington-visi/ Awards and Recognition https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4120931/navy-reserve-sailors-from-us-fleet-forces-usff-us-2nd-fleet-us-4th-fleet-and-us/ The MAKO series provides Reserve Sailors with invaluable hands-on experience in a Maritime<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2025/Mar/25/2003675446/150/150/0/250202-N-CI480-004.JPG' alt='NORFOLK, Va. (Feb 5, 2025) Navy Reserve Sailors from U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFF), U.S. 2nd Fleet, U.S. 4th Fleet, and U.S. 6th Fleet pose for a photo with Rear Adm. Kenneth Blackmon (center), Vice Commander, USFF, at Navy Warfare Development Center in Norfolk, Virginia, during MAKO Challenge 25 from Jan. 30-Feb. 2, 2025 (U.S. Navy photo by Ian Delossantos)' /> <br /> Sun, 02 Feb 2025 20:00:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/4120931/navy-reserve-sailors-from-us-fleet-forces-usff-us-2nd-fleet-us-4th-fleet-and-us/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3961154/honoring-the-us-marine-corps-birthday-through-time-honored-traditions-and-cerem/  On November 10, 1775, the Second Continental Congress created two battalions of U.S. Marines<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Nov/08/2003581203/150/150/0/241108-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='USMC 249th birthday cake cutting' /> <br /> Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:10:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3961154/honoring-the-us-marine-corps-birthday-through-time-honored-traditions-and-cerem/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3914416/leveraging-military-integration-and-response-for-domestic-disasters/ Navy Warfare Development Center is thrilled to announce the release of the "Quick Reference Guide for Navy Commanders: Integrating Military Support to Domestic Disasters"<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Sep/23/2003551954/150/150/0/240920-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='DSCA graphics' /> <br /> Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:35:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3914416/leveraging-military-integration-and-response-for-domestic-disasters/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3856131/british-royal-navy-cdre-philip-nash-deputy-director-combined-joint-operations-f/  British Royal Navy Cdre. Philip Nash, deputy director, Combined Joint Operations from the Sea,<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Jul/31/2003515008/150/150/0/240729-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='NWDC Director, Mr. Michael Durkin and British Royal Navy Cdre. Philip Nash, deputy director, Combined Joint Operations from the Sea, Centre of Excellence (CJOS COE), pose for a photo at Navy Warfare Development Center on July 29, 2024.' /> <br /> Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:01:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3856131/british-royal-navy-cdre-philip-nash-deputy-director-combined-joint-operations-f/ https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3810917/french-vice-adm-visits-nwdc/  Vice Adm. Christophe Cluzel, Commander, Naval Action Force and Nuclear Naval Air Force, visited<br /> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2024/Jun/18/2003488194/150/150/0/240618-N-CI480-001.JPG' alt='Vice Adm. Christophe Cluzel visits NWDC' /> <br /> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 18:06:00 GMT Ian Delossantos NWDC Communications Specialist https://www.nwdc.usff.navy.mil/Press-Room/News-Stories/Article/3810917/french-vice-adm-visits-nwdc/