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SOUDA BAY, Greece - The Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), operating as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Readiness Group (IWOARG), departed Souda Bay, Greece, May 30, after it’s three-day maintenance and logistics stop.,
During GQ, San Antonio conducted several training scenarios involving various damage control and medical training evolutions that helped prepare the Sailors aboard for real-life casualties. “Preparing for real situations utilizing drills such as this is vital to the mission readiness and success of our ship,” said Capt. Robert Bibeau, commanding officer, USS San Antonio. “I am confident in our team’s response to what we drilled today.” The combined IWOARG and 24th MEU have roughly 4,300 Sailors and Marines. The ARG-MEU is deployed to SIXTHFLT in support of regional NATO Allies and p...
As the LMP was taking place, IWOARG’s crewmembers accessed quality-of-life amenities during their liberty period. MWR placed recreational tents at the installation softball field and provided tables and chairs for use by the IWOARG crew. The Navy Exchange (NEX) and NAVSTA’s Commissary offered exclusive use of the stores to IWOARG crewmembers. FLCSI Site Rota’s contracting team ensured all ship contracting requirements and last minute details were managed leading up to the IWOARG’s LMP. “Contracts were awarded to procure Wi-Fi services for 3,000 personnel at pier 1 and the softball f...
LISBON, Portugal The Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), operating as part of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Readiness Group (IWOARG), arrived in Lisbon, Portugal for a maintenance and logistics stop, April 30. After Carter Hallâs departure, April 26, from Her Majestyâs Naval Base Devonport, Carter the ship continued its deployment in the Atlantic Ocean with the IWOARG. âWe are excited to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the Portuguese Marines with Portugal,â said Cmdr. LaDonna Simpson, Carter Hallâs commanding officer. âWe look forward to ...
4 ATLANTIC OCEAN – The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (IWOARG) and the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) reached the milestone of 60 days underway with no COVID-19 cases, April 20, 2021. “The IWOARG is at maximum readiness when it comes to combating COVID-19,” said U.S. Navy Capt. Darren Nelson, commodore Amphibious Squadron Four. “Our operational readiness allows us to maintain regional stability and maritime security during a time of international crisis.” The combined IWOARG and 24th MEU of roughly 4,300 Sailors and Marines dispersed among three wars...