“Navigating the Strait of Messina has historic significance as a mariner, as the distinctiveness of the transit has been highlighted in myths and legends, with essentially the most notable being the Odyssey. The robust currents and whirlpools inside the strait coupled with the proximity to land makes this transit a not solely a problem for the bridge watch standers, however an unforgettable expertise.” Lt. Monica Sullivan, the Carney’s Navigator explains. “The strait is 17 nautical miles lengthy and at its narrowest level, 1.6 nautical miles large with heavy ferry visitors crossing lanes of retailers and pleasure craft.”
Carney entered the C6F space of operations after her Suez transit, and shall be working with regional Allies and companions in assist of U.S. and NATO dedication to maritime safety in Europe and Africa. Whereas within the Pink Sea, Carney offered in depth assist and protection for vessels transiting and supported the free stream of commerce. Carney will proceed to supply a persistent stabilizing power within the Mediterranean and the crew appears to be like ahead to some relaxation after a demanding deployment to date. Through the go to, Sailors will get an opportunity to go to historic websites and luxuriate in liberty in Palermo.
“It has been over 5 years since a ship visited Palermo, and we’re excited to have the chance to take action,” mentioned Cmdr. Jeremy D. Robertson, commanding officer of Carney. “Palermo has a wealthy historical past and the crew is happy to discover and expertise the attractive surroundings and tradition whereas we’re there.”
The Carney deployed from Mayport, FL, September 27th, 2023, and has performed quite a few operations in assist of maritime stability and safety in protection of U.S., Allied, and companion pursuits.
“Our crew is happy to enter this subsequent section of our deployment and continues to sail alongside our companions and Allies,” defined Robertson. “Carney’s deployment continues to exhibit our dedication to the 5th and 6th Fleet areas, and we stay up for collaborating with our counterparts to make sure maritime safety, security of commerce, and freedom of navigation.”
For over 80 years, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-U.S. Naval Forces Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) has cast strategic relationships with allies and companions, leveraging a basis of shared values to protect safety and stability.
Headquartered in Naples, Italy, NAVEUR-NAVAF operates U.S. naval forces within the U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) and U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) areas of duty. U.S. Sixth Fleet is completely assigned to NAVEUR-NAVAF, and employs maritime forces by the total spectrum of joint and naval operations.
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