Mission
NAVCENT is Navy Component Commander for USCENTCOM, conducting operations under a joint chain of command. We also report to CNO for service matters involving manning, training and equipping assigned units and forces. We also support CNO in his role as a member of the JCS.
The Maritime Headquarters (MHQ) with Maritime Operations Center (MOC) is a newly created entity for assessing, planning and directing operations at the operational and tactical levels.
Most assigned US forces are operated by US FIFTH FLEET and its subordinate task forces. Various partner nations (plus the US) contribute forces that operate, subject to each nation's guidance, as part of the Combined Maritime Forces.
