Virginia-class submarine

USS Massachusetts Ready for Fleet Tasking, Skips Shakedown Availability

The US Navy has declared USS Massachusetts (SSN 798), the seventh Block IV Virginia-class nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine, ready for Fleet tasking. 

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Lockheed Australia to Establish Virginia-Class Integration Capability 

Lockheed Martin has signed a contract to establish a combat systems integration capability for Australia’s future Virginia submarines.

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US Navy Categorizes Next-Gen Virginia Submarines as Guided Missile Vessels

The US Navy has formally reclassified 19 planned Virginia-class fast attack submarines as guided missile submarines to reflect a critical leap in onboard firepower.

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Leidos to Build Emergency Repair Bay for Australia’s Virginia Submarines

Australia has partnered with Leidos’ Australian segment Gibbs and Cox to lead the preliminary design of a contingency dry dock that will support its future Virginia-class submarines.

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US Navy Awards $76.7B for Virginia- and Columbia-Class Submarine Programs

The US Navy has awarded incentive contract modifications totaling $76.6 billion to General Dynamics Electric Boat and HII for the Virginia- and Columbia-class submarine programs.

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L3Harris to Supply Battery Monitoring Systems for Virginia, Columbia-Class Submarines

L3Harris Technologies is set to supply battery monitoring systems for two of the US Navy’s top priority acquisitions: the Columbia-class and Virginia-class submarines.

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Los Angeles-Class Submarine: The Silent Backbone of America’s Undersea Fleet

This guide traces how the Los Angeles-class submarine evolved into a versatile undersea platform capable of supporting a wide range of naval operations.

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MK 48 Torpedo: A Heavyweight Undersea Strike Weapon

This guide on the Mk 48 torpedo explains its development, guidance systems, and role in modern submarine-launched naval warfare.

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Australia Taps Lockheed for Virginia Submarine Combat Systems

Australia has chosen Lockheed Martin as the preferred combat system integration partner for its future fleet of Virginia-class submarines.

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US Navy Unveils 30-Year ‘Golden Fleet’ Modernization Plan to Reach 450+ Ships

The US Navy has released a three-decade shipbuilding plan aimed at expanding its fleet beyond 450 vessels in the early 2030s while overhauling acquisition practices and rebuilding the maritime industrial base.

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