Posted:
May 24, 2011
In May, both the Military Sealift Command Atlantic (MSCLANT) and MSC Maritime Prepositioning Ship (MPS) Squadron Three saw changes in leadership.
Navy Capt. Samuel Norton assumed command of Military Sealift Command Atlantic (MSCLANT) from Navy Capt. Michael Graham at a ceremony in Norfolk, Va.
MSCLANT, based in Norfolk, is the U.S. Navy command responsible for Military Sealift Command ships transporting equipment, fuel, supplies and ammunition in the Western Atlantic Ocean. It is one of five worldwide operational commands for MSC.
"I am honored to take the helm of a command as vibrant and important at MSCLANT," Norton said. "It will be a rewarding challenge to carry on such a vital DOD mission."
Capt. Norton most recently served as commander of amphibious assault ship USS Nassau during its final deployment before decommissioning this year. He has served on a number of specialized Navy vessels, as well as various shore duty assignments.
Navy Capt. Deidre McLay relieved Navy Capt. Herman Awai as commander of MPS Squadron Three in a ceremony on Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands, Military Sealift Command reported.
MPS Squadron Three is made up of eight government-owned and two U.S.-flagged commercial cargo ships under charter to MSC. The vessels strategically position supplies at sea in the Western Pacific to enable rapid deployment to shore when necessary. The vessels also engage in a number of exercises and goodwill exchanges with countries in the Pacific Rim during the year.
The commander of the squadron is embarked on the AMO-manned USNS 1st LT Jack Lummus.
"I look forward to continuing the important work of the organization, together with the military staff and professional merchant mariners in remaining ready to respond whenever and wherever our capabilities may be needed," Capt. McLay said.
Changes in leadership at Military Sealift Command
In May, both the Military Sealift Command Atlantic (MSCLANT) and MSC Maritime Prepositioning Ship (MPS) Squadron Three saw changes in leadership.
Navy Capt. Samuel Norton assumed command of Military Sealift Command Atlantic (MSCLANT) from Navy Capt. Michael Graham at a ceremony in Norfolk, Va.
MSCLANT, based in Norfolk, is the U.S. Navy command responsible for Military Sealift Command ships transporting equipment, fuel, supplies and ammunition in the Western Atlantic Ocean. It is one of five worldwide operational commands for MSC.
"I am honored to take the helm of a command as vibrant and important at MSCLANT," Norton said. "It will be a rewarding challenge to carry on such a vital DOD mission."
Capt. Norton most recently served as commander of amphibious assault ship USS Nassau during its final deployment before decommissioning this year. He has served on a number of specialized Navy vessels, as well as various shore duty assignments.
Navy Capt. Deidre McLay relieved Navy Capt. Herman Awai as commander of MPS Squadron Three in a ceremony on Saipan, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands, Military Sealift Command reported.
MPS Squadron Three is made up of eight government-owned and two U.S.-flagged commercial cargo ships under charter to MSC. The vessels strategically position supplies at sea in the Western Pacific to enable rapid deployment to shore when necessary. The vessels also engage in a number of exercises and goodwill exchanges with countries in the Pacific Rim during the year.
The commander of the squadron is embarked on the AMO-manned USNS 1st LT Jack Lummus.
"I look forward to continuing the important work of the organization, together with the military staff and professional merchant mariners in remaining ready to respond whenever and wherever our capabilities may be needed," Capt. McLay said.