NMCB-26

Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 26 (NMCB-26), known as the "Skibees," is a United States Navy Reserve Seabee unit with a storied history dating back to World War II. Reactivated several times, NMCB-26 has supported a variety of construction and contingency operations both stateside and abroad, including deployments to Southwest Asia in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. The battalion has distinguished itself by building critical infrastructure such as roads, airfields, and bases, often under challenging and hostile conditions. Throughout its service, NMCB-26 has embodied the Seabee motto, "We Build, We Fight," making vital contributions to U.S. Navy and joint force missions worldwide.