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CHINHAE, Republic of Korea (Aug. 24, 2026) - U.S. Navy and contracted mariners aboard U.S.-flagged tanker Torm Thunder secure a replenishment probe to Robb coupling during a pier side consolidated cargo replenishment (CONSOL) Ship Qualification evolution with the Republic of Korea Navy fast combat support ship Daecheong (AOE-58). The evolution evaluated Torm Thunder’s ability to safely conduct interoperable underway replenishment operations with allied partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt.j.g. Warren Vause)