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MarAd ends first activation of National Security Multi-Mission Vessel fleet

Empire State VII returned to SUNY Maritime College as of 22 October 2026

Ingrid Sorensen
Shipbuilding Correspondent
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MarAd has concluded the first federal activation of the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel fleet. [1] Empire State VII was returned to SUNY Maritime College at the close of the activation. No additional details regarding the length or mission of the deployment have been released.
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  1. MarAd ended the first federal activation of the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel fleet, returning Empire State VII to SUNY Maritime College. · professionalmariner.com
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