Each year the Naval Submarine League recognizes companies that have supported the NSL at five-year milestones. This year, eight companies were recognized.
Ten Years Supporting the NSL
• Cunico Corporation and Dynamic Controls, Ltd
• Imes, Inc.
• Oceaneering International, Inc.
• XATOR Corporation
Fifteen Years Supporting the NSL
• Business Resources, Inc.
• Nord-Lock, Inc./Superbolt, Inc.
• Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association, Inc.
Twenty Years Supporting the NSL
• UTC Aerospace Systems
Four companies received 10-year anniversary recognition:
Cunico Corporation and Dynamic Controls, Ltd. Mr. Jack Flowers is the CEO of these companies. Cunico, founded in 1951, is a leading manufacturer of Mil-Spec fittings (nuclear and non-nuclear) and valves for nuclear submarines, nuclear aircraft carriers, and naval surface ships. A related company, Dynamic Controls, Ltd., provides high-pressure cartridge valves, reducing stations/manifolds, the gas supply system for ME-GI gas-injection systems, bellows sealed globe valves for the nuclear industry, and the cartridge valve system for Rocket Launch, which comprises various stop valves, electro-pneumatic stop valves, regulators, and manifolds for the launching of multi-stage rockets, and the individual gas lines for nitrogen, helium and high-pressure air. Cunico Corporation and Dynamic Controls, Ltd. is a 2-star Corporate Member of the NSL.
Imes, Inc. Vice President James Bentley received the award on behalf of Imes. Imes is an international engineering services company which provides lifting inspection and specialist engineering services. They exist to ensure their clients maintain the capability and availability of mission-critical assets, such as cranes, fixed and loose lifting equipment and specialized structures. Imes is experienced in managing complex schedules of inspection work in challenging environments, where critical infrastructure maintenance and integrity assurance is vital. Major players across key sectors trust them with managing asset integrity across their complex lifting fleets. Imes, Inc. is a 1-star Corporate Member of the NSL.
Oceaneering International, Inc. John Kreider, Senior Vice President, Advanced Technologies, accepted the award. The Advanced Technologies (ADTECH) group of Oceaneering is recognized as an industry leader in enabling humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments ranging from the depths of the sea to the outer reaches of space. ADTECH specializes in the support of manned systems and the development and application of practical, cost-effective robotic systems in multiple industries. ADTECH designs, builds, and operates unique underwater systems for the U.S. Navy and provides life cycle maintenance service for Submarines and Deep Submergence Systems. Oceaneering International, Ltd. Is a 3-Star Corporate Member of the NSL.
XATOR Corporation Vice President Ted Wrublesky re- received the award on behalf of XATOR. XATOR delivers innovative solutions to ensure the safety and security of information, personnel, and facilities at home and abroad. Their capabilities and services offer a comprehensive solution to prevent and mitigate risk. Their mission is to enable customers to safely, effectively, and efficiently conduct their operations.
Their vision is to be the trusted global partner for extraordinary customers providing integrated security, intelligence, and information technology solutions for critical national interests. XATOR Corporation is a 2-star Corporate Member of the NSL.
Three companies received 15-year anniversary recognition:
Business Resources, Inc. Anna Touhey, President, received the award on behalf of Business Resources. Business Resources, Inc., has been in business since 1983 as a consulting firm and has helped many companies grow their business areas, mainly in the defense industry. Business Resources has used competitive analysis and pricing-to-win expertise to obtain these results. Business Resources, Inc. is a 1-Star Corporate Member of the NSL.
Nord-Lock, Inc./Superbolt, Inc. Larry Burda, General Man- ager, accepted the award. The Nord-Lock Group is a world leader in bolt securing. Their combination of experience and expertise, as well as a wide product range, enables them to solve the toughest bolting challenges. They look forward to being a partner in bolt optimization, utilizing products from small wedge-locking washers to large Superbolt tensioners. Nord-Lock, Inc./Superbolt, Inc. is a 2-Star Corporate member of the NSL.
Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association, Inc. CAPT Chuck Merkel, USN, Ret., Executive Director, received the award for the association. The Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association, is a non-profit group that receives no state or federal funding. The museum includes an extensive look at the fascinating history of submarines from the first daring attempt in 1776 to use a submersible in warfare to the feats of today’s nuclear submarines. The mission of the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park is to restore and preserve the WWII submarine USS Bowfin (SS-287).
The submarine provides an opportunity to for visitors to go below deck aboard this National Historic landmark, the famous World War II submarine, USS Bowfin. Launched on December 7, 1942, she was nicknamed the Pearl Harbor Avenger and sank 44 enemy ships during her nine extraordinary war patrols. The memorial stands in silent tribute to the 52 America submarines and the more than 3,500 submariners lost in World War II. The Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association, Inc, is a 1-Star Corporate Member of the NSL.
One company received 20-year anniversary recognition:
UTC Aerospace Systems Mr. Carl Nunziato, General Man- ager, accepted the award for UTC. The firm is one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products. They design, manufacture, and service systems and components. They provide integrated solutions for commer- cial, regional, business and military aircraft, helicopters and other platforms. They are also a major supplier to international space programs. UTC Aerospace Systems is a 2-Star Corporate Member of the NSL.
The Naval Submarine League is grateful for the continued support of all its Corporate Members and was pleased to have had the opportunity to recognize these eight companies in front of their peers at the Corporate Member Days event.
