USCG Storis Completes Bering Sea Deployment, Enhancing Arctic Capabilities
The U.S. Coast Guard's newest polar icebreaker, USCG Storis, has successfully completed a 36-day deployment in the Bering Sea under harsh winter conditions. Commissioned in 2025, Storis is the first polar icebreaker added to the Coast Guard in over two decades. Originally built for commercial use, the 360-foot vessel is now being adapted for military operations. During the deployment, the crew focused on operational readiness and interoperability with other military assets, testing the cutter's icebreaking capabilities. The mission included joint exercises with the USCGC Waesche and advanced ice rescue training, demonstrating the vessel's critical role in Arctic operations. 
