180310-N-XK398-112 WATERS OFF THE COAST OF JAPAN (March 10, 2018) A forklift is moved to the flight deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48). Ashland is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joshua Mortensen/Released)