U.S. Navy adds seven vessels
The U.S. Navy is adding seven modern newbuilds to its fleet, including an auxiliary general oceanographic research (AGOR) ship that features fuel-efficient diesel electric propulsion systems, the Department of Defense says.
The new ships, which were named last week, also include three joint high speed vessels (JHSV), two littoral combat ships (LCS) and an amphibious transport dock ship.
The AGOR ship, to be named the R/V Sally Ride, will use multi-drive, low voltage diesel electric propulsion systems to maintain efficiency and reduce maintenance and fuel costs.
The Sally Ride is being built by Dakota Creek Industries Inc. in Washington State.
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