According to a report released by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, it has been recommended that the United States Navy add another three amphibious ships at Pearl Harbor to support the additional 2,700 Marines who are already going to be sent to the Hawaiian Islands. The report, commissioned by the Pentagon, states that the Amphibious Ready Group would consist of a large carrier like amphibious assault ship, a transport dock ship and a landing dock ship. These three vessels would be able to transport 2,200 Marines, heicopters and Osprey aircraft to any trouble spots. The report stated, “There is currently insufficient (amphibious ready group) coverage for Marines in the Pacific, particularly when compared with assets available for (the Middle East), and this gap in the ‘rebalancing’ of forces is striking.”
The increased number of Marines to the Hawaii as well as the potential of having additional ships stationed at Pearl Harbor is welcome news to the state’s economy. U.S. Senator, Daniel Inouye commented, “These troop movements are being made with the greatest concern for our current and future defense posture while understanding the unique needs of Hawaii’s community. The appropriate steps are being taken to provide adequate housing for the Marines and their families. Final decisions about logistics and location are still being discussed by the military and the Department of Defense. It would be inappropriate for me to comment until all the details are worked out, but I am confident the community will welcome these Marines and their families with aloha.”
Source: Honolulu Star Advertiser, 7-31-2012, www.staradvertiser.com
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