Posted: October 29, 2014

KGTV video: Capabilities of USNS Montford Point demonstrated in Exercise Pacific Horizon


CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. - The Navy and Marine Corps Friday tested a new ship that could save the day during the next disaster.

The Navy and Marine Corps are working together on Exercise Pacific Horizon off the coast of Camp Pendleton, and Rear Adm. Frank Ponds said, "We are a joint team."

The complete article with a video segment is available online.

The USNS Montford Point is operated for Military Sealift Command by Ocean Ships, Inc. and is manned in all licensed positions by American Maritime Officers.