RIMPAC-2010 Begins as Ships Arrive in Hawaii. (June 28, 2010)

В Перл-Харборе (Гаваи, США) 28 июня официально объявлено о начале учений RIMPAC-2010 .

Учение "РимПак" (Тихоокеанское кольцо) проводится раз в два года, начиная с 1971 года. В учениях RIMPAC-2010 принимают участие 14 стран, 32 корабля, пять подводных лодок, более 170 самолетов, 20 тысяч личного состава.

В RIMPAC-2010 представлены военнослужащие ВМС Австралии, Канады, Чили, Колумбии, Франции, Индонезии, Японии, Малайзии, Нидерландов, Перу, Республики Корея, Сингапура, Таиланда и Соединенных Штатов Америки.

Учения RIMPAC-2010 состоит из трех основных этапов.

Фаза I, с 28 июня по 5 июля. Будет состоять из оперативных совещаний по вопросам планирования и безопасности,брифингов и спортивных мероприятий.

Фаза II, оперативная фаза, с 6 июля по 24 июля. Предусматривает артиллерийские и ракетные стрельбы, отработку морской блокады и досмотра судов, учения по противолодочной борьбе, учения ПВО, отработку разминирования и обезвреживания неразорвавшихся боеприпасов, проведение спасательной операции, а также высадку морского десанта.

Фаза III, фаза тактических учений,с 25 июля по 30 июля. Фаза завершится сбором в Перл-Харборе, где представители стран-участниц обсудят итоги учений.

В учения принимают участие корабль ВМС США (littoral combat ship) USS Freedom (LCS 1), фрегат ВМС Франции Prairial (F 731), фрегат ВМС Сингапура RSS Supreme (73), фрегат ВМС Австралии HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06), эсминец сил самообороны Японии JS Akebono (DD 108) и другие.

ВМС Канады (Canadian navy) на RIMPAC-2010:  Iroquois-class guided-missile destroyer HMCS Algonquin (DDG 283), Halifax-class frigate HMCS Calgary (FFH 335)

Подводные лодки (Republic of Korea submarine Lee Eokgi (SS-071) (photo), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine Mochishio (SS 600) и другие.

PEARL HARBOR (NNS) -- Top military leaders from 14 partner nations held a press conference to officially launch the 2010 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise at Lockwood Hall on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam June 28.

Adm. Patrick Walsh, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT); and Vice Adm. Richard Hunt, commander, Combined Task Force welcomed the participating foreign navies as they announced the official start of the month-long exercise.

"For us to be able to hold this exercise today represents a substantial commitment by the countries that are participating and represented here," said Walsh. "Our goal is to ensure a reciprocal level of commitment in terms of training opportunities for those who are here."

The exercise will bring to together units and personnel from Australia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, France, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Peru, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand and the United States.

"It's an honor to stand here before you with the leadership that we have from each of the 14 nations that are represented in the Rim of the Pacific exercise 2010," said Hunt. "Throughout the one month period, a tremendous gathering of like minded nations will be working together to secure the maritime domain in a way that we have not been able to achieve in the past. We really look forward to the exercise."

Walsh said that information sharing is a key enabler and a force multiplier which is one of the key points of the exercise.

"It gives us opportunities when we have the ability to communicate with each other to take full advantage of the respective capabilities that each nation brings to the sea," said Walsh.

During the exercise, participating countries will conduct gunnery, missile, anti-submarine, and air defense exercises, as well as maritime interdiction and vessel boarding, explosive ordnance disposal, diving and salvage operations, mine clearance operations, and an amphibious landing.

Hunt said that the exercise will also emphasize littoral operations with ships like littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) (photo), the French frigate Prairial (F 731) and the Singapore frigate RSS Supreme (73).

RIMPAC is the world's largest multinational maritime exercise, and will take place in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. The exercise is themed "Combined Agility, Synergy and Support," and marks the 22nd exercise in the series that originated in 1971.

100628-N-5684M-756 PEARL HARBOR (June 28, 2010) Sailors and Marines man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) as it passes the USS Missouri and USS Arizona memorials in Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dylan McCord)

00621-N-3560G-002 PEARL HARBOR (June 21, 2010) Line handlers stand by on the pier as the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine Mochishio (SS 600) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010. Mochishio is one of two foreign submarines that will participate in RIMPAC, a biennial, multinational exercise designed to strengthen regional partnerships and improve multinational interoperability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge)

100608-N-3560G-001 PEARL HARBOR (June 8, 2010) The Republic of Korea submarine Lee Eokgi (SS-071) prepares for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010 pierside at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. Lee Eokgi is one of two foreign submarines that will participate in RIMPAC, a biennial, multinational exercise designed to strengthen regional partnerships and improve multinational interoperability.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ronald Gutridge)

100623-N-8539M-708 PEARL HARBOR (June 23, 2010) The Republic of Singapore Navy Formidable-class frigate RSS Supreme (73) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class N. Brett Morton)

100617-N-6208N-043 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 17, 2010) The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) transits the Pacific Ocean en route to participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Dave Nagle)

International Fleet Review in BC to Mark Canadian Naval Centennial

9–12 июня 2010 года в Виктории (Британская Колумбия) прошёл Международный обзор флота (IFR) в честь 100-летия Королевского канадского флота. 

В мероприятии участвовал 21 военный корабль и более 8 000 военнослужащих из Канады, Франции, Японии, Австралии, Новой Зеландии и США.

To mark the Canadian Naval Centennial celebration, the Maritime Forces Pacific (MARPAC) will host an International Fleet Review (IFR) in Victoria, British Columbia from 9 to 14 June 2010.

Thirteen ships from the Indo-Pacific Region are expected to gather at the Royal Roads anchorage in the approaches to Esquimalt Harbour.

Naval assemblies are colourful and impressive gatherings of warships to celebrate a national event. 

The history of naval assemblies dates back to 1773 when King George III reviewed the British fleet following the Seven Year War. In Canada, the 1985 assemblies marked only the sixth and seventh time assemblies have been held in this country.

Countries participating in this grandiose Pacific naval event hosted by Canada are: Australia, France, Japan, New Zealand, and the United States of America.

The Canadian Coast Guard will present CCGS Sir Wilfred Laurier (photo) under the command of Captain William Noon. This ship is a light icebreaker built in 1986 by Canadian Shipbuilding, Collingwood, Ontario.

It is a multi-tasked vessel which carries out a wide variety of Coast Guard programs including, but not limited to; buoy tending, search and rescue, science work, light station re-supply, beacon maintenance, radio repeater site maintenance, and icebreaking/escorting, aids to navigation and science work during summer patrols in the Arctic.

Australia will showcase HMAS Newcastle (FFG 06) (photo) under Commander Justin Jones.

It is named after the city of Newcastle, New South Wales, the largest provincial city in Australia. It is also an Adelaide class guided missile armed frigate of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). 

Constructed in Victoria and entering service in 1993, Newcastle is active as of 2009.

FS Prairial (F731) (photo) of France, under Commander Renaud Bondil, is a light monitoring of the French Marine Nationale.

She is the second ship of her class, and the second French warship named after the 9th month of the Republican Calendar.

Built in the beginning of the 1990s by the Chantiers de l'Atlantique in Saint Nazaire, she is currently based in Tahiti.

Japan will present JDS Atago (DDG 177) (photo) under the command of Captain Ohno Toshihiro and JDS Akebono (DD 108) under Commander Masyuki Nishimura.

As an Atago class guided missile destroyer in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), Atago was laid down by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Nagasaki, Nagasaki on April 5, 2004, launched on August 24, 2005; and commissioned on March 15, 2007.

JDS Akebono (DD 108) (photo), a Murasame class destroyer, is a third-generation warship classified by some as a large frigate.

New Zealand will display HMNZS Endeavour (A-11) (photo) under Commander David John Toms and HMNZS Te Kaha (F-77) under Commander M.C. Williams. 

Endeavour (A11) is the current fleet oiler for the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN). 

She is named after Captain Cook's Bark Endeavour and is the third ship in the RNZN to carry that name. Te Kaha (F77) is one of ten Anzac class frigates, and one of two serving in the RNZN. 

The name Te Kaha is Maori, meaning 'fighting prowess' or 'strength'.

The United States Navy will showcase USS Ronald Reagan under Captain Kenneth “KJ” Norton, USS Chosin under Captain David J. Sheridan, USS Sampson under, USS Ford under Commander Cord H. Luby, and USS Freedom under Commander Doyle.

USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76) is a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered.

USS Chosin (CG-65) (photo) is a Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser.

USS Sampson (DDG-102) is an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer.

USS Ford (FFG-54), an Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate, is a ship of the United States Navy named for Gunner's Mate Patrick O. Ford.

USS Freedom (LCS 1), the lead ship of the Freedom class of Littoral combat ships (LCS), is designed for a variety of missions in shallow waters, capable against submarines and ships, as well as minesweeping and humanitarian relief.

Finally, the United States Coast Guard will display USCGC Alert (WMEC 630) (photo) under the leadership of Commander Lee (Brad) Mynatt.

The USCGC Alert (WMEC-630) is the last 210-foot (64 m) medium endurance cutter constructed. 

The keel was laid on January 5, 1968 at the Coast Guard Yard in Curtis Bay, Maryland, and she was commissioned on Coast Guard Day, August 4, 1969. 

Alert derives her name from the early 19th century sailing ship Alert, which served in the Revenue Cutter Service under George Washington.

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USS Sampson (DDG 102). USS Chosin (CG 65). Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. (June 9-12, 2010)

100609-N-3327M-082 VICTORIA, Canada (June 9, 2010)

Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Jeyvin Valdez, left, from Miami, Fla., and Ship's Serviceman Seaman Ariel Arnspiger, from Medford, Ore., attach the lanyard to the national ensign aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Chosin (CG 65) as the cruiser moors pierside in Victoria, Canada.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class James Mitchell)

100610-N-9914P-096 VICTORIA, B.C., Canada (June 10, 2010)

The guided-missile destroyer USS Sampson (DDG 102) and the guided-missile cruiser  are moored side by side in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

Sailors aboard Sampson and Chosin participated in the International Fleet Week honoring the 100th anniversary of the Canadian navy. 

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vladimir V. Potapenko)

100611-N-3327M-106 VICTORIA, B.C., Canada (June 11, 2010)

Sailors from the U.S. and Canadian Navies participate in the International Fleet Review. 

Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Chosin (CG 65) participated in the International Fleet Week honoring the 100th anniversary of the Canadian navy.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James Mitchell)

100612-N-3327M-048 VICTORIA, B.C., Canada (June 12, 2010)

Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Chosin (CG 65) render passing honors to the Canadian navy destroyer HMCS Algonquin (DDG 283) and the Canadian navy coastal defense vessel HMCS Whitehorse (MM705) for a fleet review during International Fleet Week.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James Mitchell)

Kruzenshtern sailing ship to arrive in Kaliningrad on May 9

The Russian sailing ship Kruzenshtern will end its Transatlantic expedition on May 9 in Kaliningrad.

Russia's Kruzenshtern sailing ship has returned to her home port in Russia’s exclave on the Baltic Sea, completing its International Trans-Atlantic Expedition commemorating the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II.

The voyage was over a year long and comprised two stages. The Kruzenshtern crew supported the Russian national team at the Vancouver winter Olympics in Canada. The Russian barque was one of the popular sights in the Olympic city.

On her way to Canada, the ship completed the difficult maneuver of passing through the Panama Canal for the first time, and played host to two heads of state, Prime Minister Russia Vladimir Putin and Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez, in Caracas.

The Kruzenshtern was built in 1926 and in spite of its age is widely regarded as one of the jewels of the Russian sailing fleet.

The second stage of the Kruzenshtern sailing vessel's Transatlantic expedition has come to an end and the ship has returned to its base in Kaliningrad. Vladimir Volkogon, Rector of the Baltic State Fishing Fleet Academy, which operates the vessel, discusses the results.

What previous Kruzenshtern expedition would you compare this tour with?

The difficulties of the tasks and route place the second stage of the expedition in the same category as our sailing ship's most famous tours. By intensity, it is probably incomparable. It was the first time that two major political leaders (Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and the Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez) have been on board the vessel. This was also the first time that the vessel's crew has participated in the Russian program at the Olympic Games and the first time the ship completed the difficult maneuver of passing through the Panama Channel; and we did it twice! A large part of the route crossed areas where weather conditions and navigation were difficult.

This tour was dedicated to the 65th anniversary of the Allied Victory over Nazi German in World War II...

Kruzenshtern's crew and the cadets completed the world tour in honor of the Victory. They accomplished all of the challenges at a high standard. During the first stage of its journey, the Kruzenshtern sailed near the U.S and Canadian coast line, on routes sailed by the famous North Convoy during World War II. Despite the fact that Canada was the main base for shipments of aid to the Soviet Union and countries of Europe, the people there now know little about the events that took place during the war. Several visitors to the Kruzenshtern's photo exhibition, dedicated to the allied Victory, were amazed to find out that the Russians were the main force in the defeat of the Nazis. Many people didn't believe the photos of Soviet soldiers, putting up a red flag on the top of the Reichstag, had not been manipulated. When you see it with your own eyes you start to value the necessity of educational work about the war even more. Our people paid too high a price for Victory, and we do not have the right to forget that.

Apart from sailing experience, what other skills have the cadets gained from the tour?

They got experience of diplomatic work and organizing receptions for senior guests. There is a certain art to welcoming guests on board of a vessel and the cadets took it in their stride. Without a doubt, these skills will come in useful in the future when our cadets are working as captains and other specialists after they graduate.

How were cadets chosen for the expedition?

The candidates had to study hard, be fluent in foreign languages and undertake extracurricular activities. Sporting achievements and even musical talents were taken into account. We had a lot of applicants and we chose the best of the best. We never once regretted our choice during the expedition.

Le voilier russe Kruzenshtern est de retour dans son port d'attache, à Kaliningrad. Il a ainsi terminé son expédition transatlantique internationale à l'occasion du 65e anniversaire de la Victoire.

Lors de l'expédition qui a duré plus d'une année, le voilier-école à fait escale à Vancouver pour soutenir la sélection olympique russe. Le navire a pour la première fois effectué une traversée complexe du canal de Panama.

A Caracas deux dirigeants haut placés sont montés à bord en même temps, à savoir le premier ministre russe Vladimir Poutine et le président vénézuélien Hugo Chavez.

KRUZENSHTERN. HAVANA, CUBA (April 9-10, 2010)

HAVANA, April 9 (RIA Novosti)

The Russian sailing ship Kruzenshtern arrived in Havana on Friday on a two-day visit.

The visit coincides with the 50th anniversary of the reestablishment of Russian-Cuban diplomatic relations.

A series of official events and business meetings will be held during the Kruzenshtern's stay in the Cuban capital.

A photo exhibition dedicated to Russian-Cuban diplomatic relations will be opened to the public.

The Russian ambassador to Cuba called the Kruzenshtern's visit to Havana one more sign of rapidly developing Russia-Cuban relations.

The second stage of the Kruzenshtern's transatlantic voyage started in Kaliningrad on December 1, 2009. The Kruzenshtern has already sailed through the Atlantic, the Panama Canal, and along the Pacific West Coast of the United States.

The ship was moored for three weeks in Vancouver during the Winter Olympics and became one of the most important symbols of support for the Russian team in its ultimately unsuccessful campaign.

The Kruzenshtern was built in 1926 and in spite of its age is widely regarded as one of the jewels of the Russian sailing fleet.

Владимир Путин и Уго Чавес на борту барка "Крузенштерн". Caracas, Venezuela (April 2, 2010).

КАРАКАС, 2 апреля 2010. РИА Новости.

Премьер-министр РФ Владимир Путин вместе с главой Венесуэлы Уго Чавесом посетил российское парусное судно "Крузенштерн" (Kruzenshtern), стоящее на рейде в порту Каракаса "Ла Гуайя".

Капитан судна Михаил Новиков доложил Владимиру Путину о том, что барк "Крузенштерн", следуя по маршруту международной экспедиции, "прибыл в порт "Ла Гуайя", экипаж здоров".

Владимир Путин поприветствовал моряков, и Уго Чавес также добавил: "Добро пожаловать!".

Спросив у премьер-министра, как можно поприветствовать моряков на родном языке, Чавес сказал: "Здравствуйте".

В ходе осмотра судна Уго Чавес предложил Владимиру Путину обмениваться студентами для обучения морскому делу. "Можем направлять наших студентов в российскую школу, молодых рыбаков", - сказал глава Венесуэлы. 

Путин на это ответил: "В принципе, можно".

У одного из членов экипажа президент Венесуэлы поинтересовался возрастом, сколько дней он провел в море и есть ли у него девушка.

Затем Путин и Чавес осмотрели выставку, организованную на корабле, посвященную 65-летию Победы. 

Капитан судна Михаил Новиков рассказал гостям об экспозиции, пояснив каждую фотографию.

В частности, на экспозиции представлены плакаты "Родина-мать зовет", "Европа будет свободной", "Дойдем до Берлина". 

Кроме того, были представлены фотографии с разных международных конференций, в которых участвовал Сталин: тегеранская международная конференция 1943 года, постдамская и ялтинская.

Премьер-министр РФ и президент Венесуэлы ознакомились также с выставкой, посвященной участию российской сборной в Олимпиаде в Ванкувере. 

Новиков рассказал, что курсанты "Крузенштерна" поддержали сборную России в Канаде.

Затем Путин и Чавес посетили музей "Крузенштерна".

В завершение ознакомления с парусником Уго Чавесу и Владимиру Путину было предложено расписаться в "Книге почетных гостей" барка. 

В записи премьер-министра РФ говорится: "Желаю успехов в деле подготовки российских моряков. Удачного плавания и возвращения домой".

Капитан российского барка "Крузенштерн" Михаил Новиков получил в дар экипажу от главы правительства РФ Владимира Путина медаль "Белый дом", а от президент Венесуэлы Уго Чавеса - реплику шпаги национального героя-освободителя Симона Боливара.

"У нас тоже подарок для парусника. В ознаменование всей истории в честь капитана, команды - это реплика шпаги Боливара", - сказал Чавес. 

Он также пообещал позднее показать Путину оригинал шпаги. 

Президент Венесуэлы отметил, что оригинальная шпага сделана из золота, а на реплике - более 300 драгоценных камней. 

Кроме того, в дар парусному судну был передан портрет адмирала Миранды.

Проводя экскурсию по барку, капитан Михаил Новиков отметил, что впервые на борту судна шесть девушек, они учатся на радистов.

Russia's Kruzenshtern sailing ship arrived in Venezuela on Thursday as part of a five-month transatlantic voyage. 

The ship will stay in the La Guaira port near Caracas for several days. 

The vessel will be opened to the public during its stay.

The second stage of the transatlantic Kruzenshtern's voyage started in Kaliningrad on December 1, 2009. 

The Kruzenshtern has already sailed through the Atlantic, the Panama Canal, and along the Pacific West Coast of the United States.

The ship was moored for three weeks in Vancouver during the Winter Olympics and became one of the most important symbols of support for the Russian team in its ultimately unsuccessful campaign.

The Kruzenshtern was built in 1926 and in spite of its age is widely regarded as one of the jewels of the Russian sailing fleet.

EL FAMOSO VELERO KRUZENSHTERN SERÁ UNO DE LOS SÍMBOLOS RUSOS EN VANCOUVER

Из Канады олимпийский флаг уплывeт на паруснике "Крузенштерн". Сперва его по воде доставят в мексиканский Акапулько, оттуда по суше - в Мехико, а уже потом - самолeтом в Россию. Весь путь, как ожидается, займeт три с половиной недели.

El legendario buque escuela Kruzenshtern se convertirá en uno de los símbolos de Rusia en los próximos Juegos Olímpicos de Vancouver.

El renombrado velero, que realiza una expedición transatlántica en honor al 65º aniversario del Día de la Victoria, se encuentra cerca de las costas canadienses y el miércoles (10 de febrero) anclará en la capital de las Olimpiadas de este año, Vancouver.

Según afirmó Valeri Duriaguin, jefe de la Dirección de la Flota de la Academia Estatal de la Marina de Pesca Comercial del Báltico -dueña del Kruzenshtern-, el velero permanecerá en el puerto de Vancouver hasta el 28 de febrero. El programa de recibimiento del barco está coordinado por el Comité Olímpico e incluye varias actividades interesantes del programa de la 'Casa Rusa en Vancouver'.

Además de recibir a las delegaciones oficiales y ciudadanos y turistas de Vancouver, el velero espera contar con la presencia del equipo olímpico ruso. Los visitantes del Kruzenshtern podrán apreciar una exposición de fotos dedicadas al 65º aniversario del Día de la Victoria, los 90 años del comercio pesquero en el país y el 60º aniversario de la primera expedición rusa a la Atlántida con una misión de pesca industrial de arenque.

A bordo de la embarcación hay 120 alumnos de la Academia Estatal del Báltico, de Kaliningrado y San Petersburgo, Escuelas de Pesca Comercial del Volga y jóvenes marineros de la Liga Juvenil Marina, quienes días atrás participaron en una 'Pequeña Olimpiada' que llevaba por lema “¡Oh deporte, tú eres el mundo!”.

El Kruzenshtern, un velero de 4 mástiles, es el buque escuela de la Armada de la Federación Rusa. Fue construido en 1926 en Bremerhaven-Wesermünde, Alemania, bajo el nombre de Padua y cedido a la Unión Soviética en enero de 1946 para ser integrado en la Flota Soviética. Se renombró en honor al almirante Iván Fiodorovich Kruzenshtern , el primer ruso en dar la vuelta a la tierra. Actualmente es el segundo velero más grande del mundo y su capitán es Mijaíl Nóvikov.

En 2005 realizó una expedición alrededor del mundo de 408 días por el 60º aniversario del Día de la Victoria, en la que visitó varios países de Latinoamérica, como Brasil, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Perú, Ecuador y México.