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The U.S. Army's Watercraft Fleet: Challenges and OpportunitiesThe U.S. Army's watercraft fleet plays a vital role in supporting logistical capabilities, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. However, the fleet faces significant challenges, including:

• Declining Mission Capability Rates: The fully mission capable rate for watercraft has steadily declined ¹.
• Persistent Maintenance Issues: Aging vessels and inadequate maintenance have reduced the fleet's operational effectiveness.
• Shrinking Fleet Size: The fleet has been reduced by almost half in recent years, limiting its ability to meet mission requirements.
• Developing a Mitigation Plan: Create a plan to meet current mission requirements and ensure the fleet's operational effectiveness.
• Improving Governance Framework: Enhance oversight and coordination by strengthening the governance framework for the watercraft enterprise.

To address these challenges, the GAO report recommends:The Army's ability to maintain a robust watercraft fleet is crucial for national security and defense.

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