Shipyard News

Ingalls launches the future USS Jeremiah Denton

HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division in Pascagoula, Miss.., has successfully launched future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), the third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer to be built at the shipyard.

DDG 129 is named for former U.S. Sen. Jeremiah Denton Jr., a Vietnam War veteran who was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroism as a prisoner of war. Following his Navy career, he was elected to the U.S. Senate, representing his home state of Alabama, in 1980.,

Shipbuilders transferred...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/ingalls-launches-the-future-uss-jeremiah-denton/

Bollinger gets $951.6M modification to Polar Security Cutter contract

Marking a major milestone in the Coast Guard’s heavy polar icebreaker program, Bollinger Shipyards has been awarded a $951.6 million contract modification that advances the Polar Security Cutter program to the detail design and construction phase.

“Securing this contract modification has truly been a herculean effort and underscores the incredible trust the U.S. Government has placed in Bollinger to build and deliver the first heavy polar icebreaker in half a century,” said Ben Bordelon,...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/bollinger-gets-951-6m-modification-to-polar-security-cutter-contract/

Conrad awarded $28.2M contract for next YRBM

Conrad Shipyard LLC, Morgan City, La., has been awarded a $28,285,715 firm fixed-price modification to previously awarded contract (N00024-22-C-2253) for detail design and construction of one additional Yard Repair, Berthing, and Messing (YRBM) craft.

The contract action includes options that, if exercised, would bring the cumulative value of this contract to $59,856,020.

Work will be performed in Amelia, Louisiana, and is expected to be completed by March 2027. Fiscal 2024 shipbuilding and...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/conrad-awarded-28-2m-contract-for-next-yrbm/

Hanwha Philly Shipyard lays keel of fifth and final NSMV

TOTE Services LLC an affiliate of the TOTE Group, and Hanwha Philly Shipyard Inc. last week marked a major shipbuilding milestone with a keel laying ceremony for the fifth and final vessel in the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) program.

Commissioned by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD), the NSMV program is designed to provide world-class training for America’s future mariners while also supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/hanwha-philly-shipyard-lays-keel-of-fifth-and-final-nsmv/

Jan Allman named Fincantieri Marinette Marine CEO

Fincantieri Marine Group’s Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) has named Jan Allman CEO. She succeeds current CEO Mark Vandroff, who is returning to Fincantieri Marine Group in a new role as its senior vice president of government relations in Washington D.C.

Allman, who was CEO of Marinette Marine for seven years (2014-2021), has served as the VP and general manager of Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding since April 2023, and prior to thar served as FMG’s senior vice president for public affairs and...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/jan-allman-named-fincantieri-marinette-marine-ceo/

Canada awards construction contracts for two polar ice icebreakers

Canada’s Ministry of Public Services and Procurement last week awarded the construction contracts for the two polar icebreakers that are being built for the Canadian Coast Guard.

Seaspan Shipyards unveils digital model of Canada’s heavy polar icebreaker

On March 7, came announcement of a CAD $3.15 billion contract to Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyards for one of the two icebreakers.

The next day came the official announcement of a CAD $3.25 billion award to Chantier Davie Canada Inc. for the other.

Cha...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/canada-awards-construction-contracts-for-two-polar-ice-icebreakers/

NNS installs 1,000 pound 3D-printed unit in carrier pump room

3D-printed

HII (NYSE: HII) reports that shipbuilders at its Newport News Shipbuilding division have successfully installed the first valve manifold assembly created by 3D printing (additive manufacturing technology) on a new construction aircraft carrier.

NNS continues to integrate additive manufacturing printing, into the shipbuilding process. The use of certified 3D-printed parts has the potential to accelerate construction and delivery of vessels to the U.S. Navy by cutting lead times and improving...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/nns-installs-1000-pound-3d-printed-unit-in-carrier-pump-room/

Bollinger Mississippi hosts two key Navy officials

Bollinger Mississippi Shipbuilding last week hosted Dr. Brett Seidle, acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research Development and Acquisition (ASN RDA), and Rear Adm. Tom Anderson, Program Executive Officer Ships, at its facility in Pascagoula, Mississippi. The visit underscored the critical role of American shipbuilding in enhancing our nation’s defense capabilities and bolstering the U.S. economy.

Bollinger Mississippi currently builds the T-AGS and APL programs for the U.S. Navy, as...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/bollinger-mississippi-hosts-two-top-navy-officials/

Eastern Shipbuilding Group welcomes senior DOD officials to its shipyard

Panama City, Fla.-based Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. (ESG) this week welcomed (Acting) Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development, and Acquisition (ASN RDA) Dr. Brett Seidle, Rear Admiral Tom Anderson, Program Executive Officer for Ships (PEO Ships), and other key Department of Defense (DOD) officials to its shipyard.

ESG says that, as a leader in America’s maritime industry, it remains committed to supporting the nation’s defense initiatives and strengthening the U.S....

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/eastern-shipbuilding-group-welcomes-senior-dod-officials-to-its-shipyard/

Admiral Kevin M. Sweeney joins Colonna’s Shipyard board

Norfolk, Va.-based Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. (CSI) reports that Rear Admiral Kevin M. Sweeney, USN (Ret.), has joined its board of directors, effective January 31, 2025.

“Rear Admiral Sweeney is a highly respected national security expert with decades of leadership experience both in and out of government,” said Randall Crutchfield, Colonna’s chairman & CEO. “His deep understanding of maritime operations, national defense strategy, and corporate governance will be an invaluable asset to Colonna’s...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/admiral-kevin-m-sweeney-joins-colonnas-shipyard-board/

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