Located on over 650 acres along St. Andrew Bay in Panama City, Florida, Panama City Division is the Navy's premier organization responsible for research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) of systems applicable to littoral warfare and coastal operations. e Division specifically focuses on RDT&E in the areas of mine warfare, expeditionary maneuver warfare, special operations, diving and life support, and other missions that take place in the coastal region. By virtue of its geographical location, coupled with its recognized mission areas and technical expertise, the Division is a principal player in Joint expeditionary and coastal operations in the littoral environment.
Mission
Conduct research, development, test and evaluation and in-service support of mine warfare systems, mines, naval special warfare systems, diving and life support systems, amphibious/expeditionary maneuver warfare systems and other missions that occur primarily in coastal (littoral) regions. Execute other responsibilities as assigned by Commander, Naval Surface Warfare Center.
Vision
The premier Naval Systems Laboratory in the Department of Defense, delivering superior technology and joint warfighter capability in littoral warfare that assures SeaPower 21 Naval supremacy, today and tomorrow!
Panama City Division
110 Vernon Avenue
Panama City, FL 32407-7001
Tel: 850-235-5107
For more information about NSWC - Panama City Division:
Panama City Focus Sheet
Panama City Division Website