The commissioning ceremony of Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Canberra (LCS 30) took place in Sydney, Australia July 22, 2023. Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ships are fast, optimally manned, mission-tailored surface combatants that operate in near-shore and open-ocean environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. LCS integrate with joint, combined, manned and unmanned teams to support forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence missions around the globe. (Courtesy of the Royal Australian Navy)

US Commissions New LCS Battleship USS Canberra in Sydney (Multi-Video)

The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Canberra (LCS 30) was officially commissioned at the Royal Australian Navy’s Fleet Base East in Sydney, Australia, July 22. During the ceremony, leaders and distinguished guests...
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Athena Weapons Detection Returns to Compete in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

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