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Without change, US Navy’s future fleet looks too ambitious for industry

For industry to execute the plans in the Future Years Defense Program, major improvements will have to take place.

By Theo Egan

5 months ago

Here’s a look at the military firepower the US is providing to Israel

The buildup reflects U.S. concern that the deadly fighting between Hamas and Israel could escalate into a more dangerous regional conflict.

By Tara Copp, AP

11 months ago

Navy says destroyer deal helps two yards boost capacity at best pace

But one shipbuilding expert thinks the Navy should have guaranteed more ships in the contract to incentivize workforce and infrastructure investments.

By Megan Eckstein

14 months ago

Northrop, Lockheed, Raytheon team up on Navy’s E-XX ‘doomsday’ plane

The airplane would be built from a stretched version of the C-130J and allow the president to communicate with nuclear-armed submarines in case of war.

By Stephen Losey

18 months ago

Navy applies lessons from costly shipbuilding mistakes

Navy officials say they’re slowing down the design and purchase of the next-generation destroyer, dubbed DDG(X), to ensure new technology has matured.

19 months ago

Army veteran tasked with getting Navy shipbuilder back in shape

Army veteran Charles F. Krugh, president of Bath Iron Works, took over the Maine shipyard seven months ago.

21 months ago