13 August 2025 Bayou Tech Node joins Gulf Coast Tech Bridge, increasing warfighter readiness The Gulf Coast Tech Bridge and NavalX launched the Bayou Tech Node (BTN) to accelerate technology solutions for naval challenges. BTN focuses on AI/ML, data analytics, and uncrewed systems, leveraging Louisiana's innovation ecosystem. This partnership strengthens connections between the Navy,...
22 July 2025 Navy Innovates Distance Support for Afloat Networks, Saving Time and Resources NIWC Atlantic engineers developed a groundbreaking remote support method for U.S. Navy shipboard networks using Microsoft Teams. This innovation provides the first distance support capability for ISNS ships, reduces troubleshooting time from three weeks to 2.8 hours, cuts travel costs by 40%, and...
21 July 2025 U.S. Navy Unmanned Systems Showcased at NATO Exercises in Poland NIWC Atlantic's Unmanned Naval Innovation Team (UNIT) conducted unmanned technology training with U.S. Army and Polish Armed Forces during exercises Arcane Thunder 25 and BALTOPS in Poland. UNIT demonstrated their Vesuvius Spiral 2 system, enhancing command and control capabilities and NATO...
18 July 2025 NIWC Atlantic Radio Techs Train Fleet Sailors on Hydra Radio NIWC Atlantic completed HYDRA radio system training for USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) sailors at Portsmouth, Virginia. The upgraded system supports critical ship operations including flight deck, firefighting, and security communications. Despite increased complexity, sailors found the hands-on...
08 July 2025 Assume You Are Compromised: Navy Announces Winners of Cyber Challenge to Seek New Ways of Operating NIWC Pacific held a Cyber Resilient Systems ANTX at NIWC Atlantic's National Cyber Range Complex. Acalvio and Mission First Cyber won $100,000 and $50,000 respectively for their cyber defense tools. Five companies, selected from 14 proposals, competed alongside three government solutions. The...
30 June 2025 Yokosuka Telephony Transition Complete, Averting Communications Blackout The NIWC Atlantic team successfully migrated 9,000+ Yokosuka users to a new call manager system, overcoming schedule changes and a 13-hour time difference. Led by LaManual McKinney, the team's dedication and problem-solving ensured uninterrupted communication and enhanced security for the region...
09 June 2025 Naval Engineers Control Unmanned Vessels Across Countries from Mission Operation Center NIWC Atlantic's UNIT tested "Vesuvius Spiral 2" in Portugal, showcasing advanced command and control of unmanned surface vessels (USVs). U.S. 6th Fleet in Italy controlled USVs in Portugal, demonstrating real-time resource allocation and operator management of multiple platforms. The testing,...
03 June 2025 Building Bridges: How a Navy Facilities Director Transforms Engineering Labs and Inspires Future Generations as High School Football Official A Navy Facilities Director balances a demanding career overseeing engineering labs with a passion for inspiring youth. He transforms labs, fostering innovation, while also dedicating time as a high school football official. This commitment to both professional excellence and community involvement...
27 May 2025 NIWC Atlantic, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Partner on Maritime Research NIWC Atlantic and SCDNR launched a collaborative effort called TIDE, deploying buoys in Charleston Harbor for maritime sensing research. TIDE aims to provide warfighters with enhanced battlespace awareness using a modular buoy system. SCDNR will leverage TIDE for marine research, like tracking red...
06 May 2025 Sullivan’s Island Plays Key Role in Navy’s ‘Southern Lightning’ Event NIWC Atlantic and NSWC Crane's "Southern Lightning," supported by Sullivan's Island (Mayor O'Neil), tested unmanned systems communications for a hybrid fleet. Part of Silent Swarm, it integrates manned/unmanned systems. Testing used vehicles supported by the USS Cole and SC National Guard. The...