Published: 09/05/2020

USN and RN elements in the Barents Sea

HMS Kent, front, and USS Donald Cook conducting joint operations to ensure maritime security in the Arctic Ocean – US Navy photo courtesy of the Royal Navy By Dan Rosenbaum; MoD Crown Copyright 2020 ©
USS Donald Cook conducting a replenishment at sea with the fast combat support ship USNS Supply – US Navy photo Yeoman 3rd Class Anthony Nichols/ Released USN ©

On 8 May US Naval Forces Europe-Africa / US Sixth Fleet Public Affairs reported that US guided-missile destroyers and a British frigate had departed the Barents Sea that day following seven days of Arctic operations.

As the Arctic continues to become more accessible to maritime traffic, naval proficiency in the region is critical to regional security, global commerce, and American national interests. The SAG’s operations provided the opportunity for Sailors to demonstrate their readiness for sustained Arctic operations in the unique and challenging environment.