The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN 750) conducted a port visit in Iceland last week, marking the first time a nuclear-powered submarine has pulled into port on Iceland’s shores. Newport News’ arrival is a significant step from 2023, when Iceland welcomed the first U.S. nuclear-powered submarine into their waters.

Built by NNS shipbuilders, Newport News was christened in 1986 and commissioned in 1989.