U. S. Navy awards Saronic contract to build landing craft at Port of Brownsville shipyard
· KRGV (NBC 5)
The U.S. Navy has awarded Saronic a contract to construct Landing Craft Utility vessels at its new shipyard, Port Alpha, located in the Port of Brownsville. This project, announced on July 16, marks the first production at the facility. These vessels can transport troops, vehicles, and cargo directly to shore without needing a port, carrying up to 170 tons and traveling approximately 1,200 nautical miles. Saronic aims to address the Navy's need for replacements of aging vessels, with production expected to start in 2028 and deliveries in 2029. The company also has a $400 million contract for its autonomous vessel, Corsair.
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