Capt. Brian P. Hogan assumed command of Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Delaware (SSN 791) in December 2015 and will move on to an important role within the Office of the Secretary of Defense, at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.
“I would not be standing here today without the love and support of my children and wife,” said Hogan, who graduated from the Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1998. ‘It has been a remarkable journey and honor.”
During his remarks, Hogan recognized Delaware’s shipbuilders and crew for their excellence in preparing the boat to enter the fleet and defend the nation.
“This change of command marks a unique occasion as the first generation ever aboard Delaware begins transitioning to the second generation,” Hogan said. “I have been so proud of the work this crew has achieved, and stand in awe thinking about Delaware starting out on blocks, and what we have here today.”
U.S. Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware was the guest speaker and presided over the change of command event. He lauded Hogan for his consummate professionalism, naval expertise, approachable presence and leadership on the Norfolk waterfront.
“Over the last several years, I’ve been honored to work with Capt. Brian Hogan to make sure the USS Delaware crew feels a connection to the First State – from welcoming crew members at NASCAR events to giving them a warm welcome on the University of Delaware’s football field during a game,” Carper said. “Capt. Hogan has shared my vision of ensuring the crew is proud to serve aboard a vessel named after the First State, Delaware. He has been a tremendous leader who has led by his example, and I want to thank him and his family for all that they have done to get the USS Delaware to this point.”
Prior to Delaware, Hogan’s sea tours included service aboard four attack and nuclear-armed submarines, and multiple tours ashore, including serving as the the Flag Aide for the Commander Submarines, U.S. Pacific Fleet. Hogan also holds a Masters in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University and a Masters in Arts in National Security from the Naval War College.
Hogan’s personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal (four awards), and the Navy Achievement Medal (four awards).
The 377-foot-long, 7,800-ton Delaware is a nuclear-powered, fast-attack submarine and the 18th Virginia-class submarine. Construction began in 2013 and Delaware is scheduled to be commissioned in the spring 2020.
“I would not be standing here today without the love and support of my children and wife,” said Hogan, who graduated from the Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1998. ‘It has been a remarkable journey and honor.”
During his remarks, Hogan recognized Delaware’s shipbuilders and crew for their excellence in preparing the boat to enter the fleet and defend the nation.
“This change of command marks a unique occasion as the first generation ever aboard Delaware begins transitioning to the second generation,” Hogan said. “I have been so proud of the work this crew has achieved, and stand in awe thinking about Delaware starting out on blocks, and what we have here today.”
U.S. Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware was the guest speaker and presided over the change of command event. He lauded Hogan for his consummate professionalism, naval expertise, approachable presence and leadership on the Norfolk waterfront.
“Over the last several years, I’ve been honored to work with Capt. Brian Hogan to make sure the USS Delaware crew feels a connection to the First State – from welcoming crew members at NASCAR events to giving them a warm welcome on the University of Delaware’s football field during a game,” Carper said. “Capt. Hogan has shared my vision of ensuring the crew is proud to serve aboard a vessel named after the First State, Delaware. He has been a tremendous leader who has led by his example, and I want to thank him and his family for all that they have done to get the USS Delaware to this point.”
Prior to Delaware, Hogan’s sea tours included service aboard four attack and nuclear-armed submarines, and multiple tours ashore, including serving as the the Flag Aide for the Commander Submarines, U.S. Pacific Fleet. Hogan also holds a Masters in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University and a Masters in Arts in National Security from the Naval War College.
Hogan’s personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal (four awards), and the Navy Achievement Medal (four awards).
The 377-foot-long, 7,800-ton Delaware is a nuclear-powered, fast-attack submarine and the 18th Virginia-class submarine. Construction began in 2013 and Delaware is scheduled to be commissioned in the spring 2020.