Federal Fleet

06/18/2026

What a fantastic we just had!

A huge thank you to Federal Fleet for supporting this year’s event. Your commitment helped bring our community together, celebrate fitness, and honour the women and men who serve. Because of your support, riders, runners and walkers of all ages were able to enjoy an unforgettable day in Ottawa. We are grateful for your partnership and proud to have you as part of the Navy Bike Ride family.

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Quel fantastique nous venons de vivre!

Un immense merci à Federal Fleet pour avoir soutenu l'événement de cette année. Votre engagement a permis de rassembler notre communauté, de célébrer la forme physique et d'honorer les femmes et les hommes qui servent. Grâce à votre soutien, des cyclistes, des coureurs et des marcheurs de tous âges ont pu profiter d'une journée inoubliable à Ottawa. Nous sommes reconnaissants de votre partenariat et fiers de vous avoir comme membre de la famille du Défi-vélo de la Marine.

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Canada’s evolving operational demands are prompting important conversations about sustainment capacity.

This latest piece from Canadian Defence Review highlights a key consideration: ensuring the Royal Canadian Navy has the depth of support required to meet growing commitments.

CSS Asterix represents proven, in-service capability already supporting Canadian and allied operations globally. The Canadian Mariners operating the Asterix represent force multipliers that are continuing to carry the great traditions of Canada’s Merchant Navy.

As the discussion continues, the focus remains clear: sustaining naval readiness means combining what is available today with what is planned for tomorrow.

RCN may need more than two Joint Support Ships. Here is the case for retaining the CSS Asterix to sustain naval replenishment capacity.

06/09/2026

The ocean connects us all — sustaining life, shaping climate, and enabling global security and economies.

This year’s call to reimagine our relationship with the ocean is a reminder that we are not just users of this space, but stewards of it.

The ocean connects us all — sustaining life, shaping climate, and enabling global security and economies.

This year’s call to reimagine our relationship with the ocean is a reminder that we are not just users of this space, but stewards of it.

At Federal Fleet Services, our work at sea is grounded in that responsibility. As we deploy in the Pacific Rim, we are doing so in the most environmentally conscious way.

Through MV Asterix, we support naval operations while operating within, and in respect of, a complex and shared marine environment.

Every day alongside allies, we see first-hand the importance of balancing operational readiness with long-term sustainability.

Protecting the ocean is not separate from our mission — it underpins it. We are one of the few Government vessels to obtain the coveted Green Marine Environmental certification as well as 3rd party certification to ISO Environmental Management standards. Ensuring we operate to the highest environmentally sound practices since first deployed with the RCN in 2018.

06/09/2026

Asterix recognized for supporting US Navy Task Force Ashland after their 4-month Indo-Pacific Deployment

Specialized Marine Air-Ground Task Force Ashland recently completed a four-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific, returning to California in the past week. The Marine Corps element of TF Ashland returned Friday to Camp Pendleton, disembarking from amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD-48). Th...

06/06/2026

Fuel topped, spirits high! 👋 🇨🇦 x 🇯🇵

A seamless Replenishment At Sea with JS Ikazuchi and the MV Asterix team is all cheers and clear seas on Op HORIZON.

Photo: Master Corporal Jaclyn Buell, Canadian Armed Forces

06/05/2026

Did you know?

Asterix has supported operations in the Arctic, Indo Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, working with NATO and allied navies worldwide.

Follow along as we highlight why retaining Asterix supports Canada’s proud merchant marine legacy.

06/03/2026

Did you know?

CSS Asterix has operated without a single day of unplanned downtime since delivery — an exceptional record for any naval support vessel.

Follow along as we highlight why retaining Asterix supports Canada’s proud merchant marine legacy.

06/02/2026

CSS Asterix has made port in Sasebo, Japan, continuing an extensive deployment in the Indo-Pacific Region.

Working alongside the Royal Canadian Navy and allied Canadian Armed Forces, the ship continues to support operations at sea, delivering fuel, supplies, and full logistical support where it matters most.

This deployment highlights the strength of teamwork at sea, with Canadian civilian mariners and naval personnel operating together as one crew, fully integrated to support partners and missions across the Indo-Pacific.

Follow along as we highlight Asterix’s contributions in enabling Canadian Armed Forces operations and supporting missions across the Indo-Pacific.

05/29/2026

Did you know?
CSS ASTERIX has been upgraded with a specialized drone defence system providing comprehensive situational awareness, capable of detecting, tracking, and identifying various threats, including small commercial drones and larger, long-range loitering munitions.