Meritorious Service Cross
- Awarded on: March 11, 2016
- Invested on: October 05, 2016
Rank: Chief Petty Officer 2nd Class
On February 27, 2014, during a major engine room fire at sea on board Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Protecteur, Petty Officer 1st Class Penner displayed exceptional leadership and unmatched technical acumen under extremely dangerous conditions. His rapid decisions and tireless actions in a smoke-filled compartment prevented catastrophic explosions and serious injury or death. Petty Officer 1st Class Penner demonstrated outstanding situational awareness during the incident.
