Navy Mechanical Engineer Day

January 10, Friday

The Russian Navy's Day of the Mechanical Engineer is celebrated annually on January 10. This professional holiday is dedicated to people whose work is related to maintaining the combat readiness of the Navy's ships and submarines, as well as ensuring their serviceability and reliability.

History and meaning of the holiday
The holiday was established in honor of the memory of Admiral Alexey Nikolayevich Krylov (1863-1945), an outstanding shipbuilder, mechanic, mathematician and naval engineer who made a significant contribution to the development of engineering sciences and shipbuilding. Alexey Krylov was the author of fundamental works on the theory of the ship, his works became the basis for the further development of the engineering school in Russia. His birthday, January 10, became the date when the mechanical engineers of the Russian Navy celebrate their professional holiday.

Main tasks of the Navy mechanical engineers
Ensuring maintenance and repair of ships. Mechanical engineers are engaged in the maintenance and repair of ship engines, power plants, technical systems and equipment of ships and submarines.

Monitoring the operation of ship systems. They monitor the serviceability of the power plants, control systems, weapons and life support of ships, maintaining them in good condition.

Ensuring safety. Mechanical engineers are responsible for compliance with all technical norms and standards, which directly affects the safety of the crew and the efficiency of the fleet.

Modernization and implementation of new technologies. In modern conditions, mechanical engineers are actively involved in the development and implementation of the latest technologies and systems to improve the combat readiness of the fleet.

Festive events
Ceremonial meetings. On this day, ceremonial meetings are held in military units and on ships, at which the leaders of the Navy and engineering chiefs congratulate specialists on the holiday.

Rewarding distinguished employees. The most distinguished mechanical engineers receive awards and gratitude for high professionalism, achievements in service and contribution to maintaining the combat readiness of the fleet.

Memories and lectures. Educational institutions and military academies organize meetings and lectures dedicated to outstanding naval engineers and their achievements, which contributes to the education of young specialists.

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Navy Mechanical Engineer Day in other years

2021 January 10, Sunday
2022 January 10, Monday
2023 January 10, Tuesday
2024 January 10, Wednesday