Top US, South Korean shipbuilders partner to bolster vessel production
America’s largest naval shipbuilder, HII, reached an agreement Monday to partner with South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
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US Army wants spy drones to launch from high-altitude motherships
The Army wants launched effects that could deploy from high-speed, higher-altitude business jets as it expands its pursuit of unmanned capabilities.
By Jen Judson
Marines pick three companies for loitering munitions program
The weapon would give squads and platoons air firepower at their fingertips.
By Todd South
USS Zumwalt to receive hypersonic missile upgrades at HII
The destroyer's modernization period includes installation of the Navy’s Conventional Prompt Strike hypersonic missile system.
By Diana Stancy
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.
Zumwalt makes an about-face back to San Diego for ‘maintenance’
It’s unclear what issue the ship is facing, although the Navy anticipates it will be underway again soon.
By Diana Stancy
In-construction amphibious ship catches fire at Ingalls Shipbuilding
Shipyard employees extinguished a fire onboard the future Bougainville, but six people were treated for smoke inhalation.
USS George Washington concludes maintenance overhaul
The ship was originally slated to conclude its maintenance in 2021.
Navy vows quality of life reforms for carrier sailors in shipyards
An investigation determined that the working environment for sailors assigned to the George Washington was poor.
By Diana Stancy
Lawmakers worry about weapons makers’ ability to meet demand
Industry representatives say a lack of contract adjustments hurts companies by depressing wages.
By Joe Gould
Weapons shortages spark tough choices for Ukraine’s allies
Arms shortages among Ukraine’s allies are forcing difficult conversations about how to balance support concerns Russia may target them next.
By Joe Gould