US Navy procure parts for large missile module on DDG 1001
The US Navy plans to optimise the three advanced warships to conduct surface strike missions in the near future.
John Hill
July 11, 2024
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Zumwalt-class destroyer USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001) departs Pearl Harbour to begin the at-sea phase of Rim of the Pacific 2022 exercise, 12 July 2022. Credit: DVIDS.
General Dynamics Bath Iron Works (BIW) will procure long lead time material for the launch module of the large vertical launch system (VLS) onboard the guided missile destroyer, USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001).
The US Department of Defense (DoD) allocated $23m funds to the contractor on 10 July 2024; the work is due to be complete by April 2026.
DDG 1001 is the second of three US Navy Zumwalt-class destroyers. The vessels measure 610 feet (ft) in length and have an 80.7ft beam. They have a displacement of 15,997 tonnes with a sustained speed of 30 knots.
Among a group of preeminent American defence manufacturers developing the class, BIW serves as the main builder of the vessels. Other major subcontractors include Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems Land and Armaments and Boeing.
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