22 Dec 2025

First ORTC buildings rising as USAG Bavaria breaks ground

Leaders from the U.S. Army Installation Management Command – Europe, 7th Army Training Command, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, the German construction authority and other project partners held an official groundbreaking ceremony Dec. 19 for the first building of the ORTC.

22 Sep 2025

Europe District constructs multiple projects in Italy to support Army readiness

VICENZA, Italy -- U.S. Army Garrison Italy in Vicenza has numerous units that rapidly deploy to support allies, reinforce deterrence, and respond to crises anywhere across Europe or Africa and beyond. This ability to rapidly respond throughout Europe and Africa is an essential part of the U.S. Army’s mission.

14 Jul 2025

Construction partnership in Poland enhances readiness, interoperability and deterrence in Eastern Europe

The infrastructure of deterrence continues to grow in Poland, with crews actively building the foundations for interoperability, readiness and lethality for troops at military bases across Poland.

3 Jun 2025

ORTC construction will reinforce readiness, lethality for troops rotating through USAG Bavaria

Early signs of construction for the Operational Readiness Training Complex are becoming more visible each day at Grafenwoehr, Germany. As of April, utility lines have been laid and roads have been paved, outlining the first of many phases in a multi-year construction schedule. The ORTC will ultimately support a full brigade of Soldiers and equipment, meeting operational mission requirements and serving as a deterrent to adversaries while enhancing quality of life.