Pacific Fleet's Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics Visits Frank Cable
By MC2(SW) Gabrielle Blake
USS Frank Cable (AS 40)

Release Date: 11/30/2011

(POLARIS POINT, Guam) – Rear Adm. Glenn Robillard, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Commander Pacific Fleet visited the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), Nov. 30.

Robillard’s primary focus for the visit was to familiarize himself with the various logistic commands on Guam.  This included Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka Detachment Marianas, Defense Depot Distribution Guam, Marianas and Andersen Air Force Base logistics personnel and leadership. 

According to Frank Cable’s supply officer, Cdr. Philipe Grandjean, the visit gave Robillard a chance to see the result of Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) integration into Frank Cable’s crew.

“This visit was an excellent first exposure for him to our unique hybrid supply operations which combine the effort of both civilian service mariners (MSC) and Navy personnel to provide logistic support.”

While onboard, Robillard met and had lunch with local Supply Corps officers and shared his views on current Pacific Fleet issues that are relevant to this part of the area of responsibility. He also stopped at some of the supply spaces, such as the Ship’s Store and the vending machine area.

“Rear Adm. Robillard was able to see the first hand work and dedication of USS Frank Cable’s crew,” said Grandjean.

Frank Cable conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

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