190115-N-JL568-1271 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan, 15 2019) Master Chief Benjamin Howat, 7th Fleet Command Master Chief, speaks with Sailors from the Royal New Zealand Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) in the bridge of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) during a guided tour as part of the Sailor of the Year competition at Fleet Activities Yokosuka. The 7th Fleet Sailor of the Year Week is designed to share with these outstanding Sailors the unique operational environment in the 7th Fleet as well as enhance regional partnerships with like-minded forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Isaac Maxwell/Released)