U.S. Marines with 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, conducted underwater cold weather dive operations during Arctic Edge 26 at Coast Guard Base Kodiak, integrating unmanned systems that expand the Marine Corps’ littoral explosive ordnance neutralization capability in the surf and very shallow water zones. Arctic Edge is a biennial exercise designed to strengthen joint readiness and the Department of War’s ability to operate in Arctic conditions. For Marine Corps explosive ordnance disposal technicians, the exercise provided an opportunity to validate maritime capabilities while employing emerging systems such as unmanned underwater vehicles and the Autonomous Underwater Ground Vehicle, or AUGV. Chief Warrant

The Marine Corps is advancing how it trains Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) operators by integrating modern driver training systems designed to improve safety, proficiency, and overall fleet readiness. As the ACV continues to field across the force, Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault (PM AAA), under PAE MC, is delivering a training capability that prepares Marines to operate the platform in complex environments before ever stepping behind the wheel. “There is no risk-free way to put a 35-ton vehicle through the surf,” said Capt. Austin Heron, company commander, Assault Amphibian Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5. “This system allows us to replicate those conditions with adjustable variables like surf, visibility, and terrain, so

In an ever-evolving battlespace, meeting supply demands quickly and efficiently is increasingly critical to maintaining operational readiness. By reducing logistical delays and increasing self-sustainment, the Marine Corps continues to strengthen its ability to deter and respond across the globe.Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps (PAE MC) is fielding Tactical Fabrication (TACFAB) additive manufacturing systems to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), supporting forward-deployed operations with Combat Logistics Battalion (CLB) 26 and Battalion Landing Team (BLT) 3/6. The systems allow Marines to design, manufacture and repair mission-essential equipment at the point of need, significantly reducing the time and cost associated