The Palmetto State, the eighth and final tanker to be constructed at NASSCO as part of a dual-customer program, returned from it’s first run at sea this week. A product of advanced technology, innovation and strong manufacturing, the Palmetto State and her sister ships are the most fuel-efficient tankers to service the Jones Act trade. Read More >
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“We’ve Got Your Back.” – 2017 Armed Forces Day Tribute
We’ve got your back. Today and every day. #ArmedForcesDay General Dynamics NASSCO specializes in the design and construction of auxiliary and support ships for the U.S. Navy and oil tankers and dry cargo carriers for commercial markets. The company is also a major provider of repair services for the U.S. Navy’s global force for Read More >
Greater Logan Heights K-8 Students Invited to Name NASSCO’s New Tug Boat
This contest is closed. The winner will be announced on June 19. SAN DIEGO – As part of its Maritime Month celebration, General Dynamics NASSCO is inviting local K-8 students residing or attending school in the Greater Logan Heights community to name the company’s new tug boat. The 38-foot-long tug is currently under construction Read More >
General Dynamics NASSCO Christens and Launches Final Ship in ECO Class Tanker Program
SAN DIEGO – On Saturday, March 25, General Dynamics NASSCO christened and launched the Palmetto State – the final ship in an eight-ship ECO Class tanker program to be constructed at NASSCO. Congresswoman Susan Davis (CA-53) served as the principal speaker for the event. As the ship’s sponsor, Mrs. Linda Rankine christened the ship with Read More >
Project: EarthLab Conservation Garden
On Saturday, February 25, nearly 100 volunteers participated in a General Dynamics NASSCO and Groundworks San Diego Chollas Creek (GWSDCC) lead event at the EarthLab facility. EarthLab is a 4-acre parcel operated by GWSDCC, in partnership with the San Diego Unified School District, as an outdoor conservation education center. The objective of the event was Read More >
General Dynamics NASSCO Delivers Final ECO Class Tanker Constructed for SEA-Vista LLC
SAN DIEGO – On Wednesday, March 1, General Dynamics NASSCO delivered the Liberty, the third and final ship to be constructed for SEA-Vista LLC as part of a larger eight-ship ECO Class tanker program. In 2013, NASSCO entered into an agreement with SEA-Vista to design and build three 50,000 deadweight-ton, LNG-conversion-ready product carriers to include Read More >
Media: Liberty Sea Trials – General Dynamics NASSCO
SAN DIEGO – On Monday, February 20, NASSCO shipbuilders took the Liberty to sea for the very first time for tests and trials. Designed with increased fuel efficiency and optimized performance in mind, once delivered the Jones Act ship will join the ranks as one of the most environmentally-friendly product tankers in the world. The Liberty is the Read More >
General Dynamics NASSCO Begins Construction on Fifth Ship in Expeditionary Sea Base Program for U.S. Navy
SAN DIEGO – On Wednesday, January 25, General Dynamics NASSCO, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), began construction on a fifth ship for the U.S. Navy’s Expeditionary Transfer Dock (ESD)/Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) program. Designed to provide advanced flexibility and capability for sea-to-shore missions, the newest ESB will include a 52,000 square-foot Read More >
General Dynamics NASSCO Christens Third ECO Class Tanker for SEA-Vista LLC and Celebrates Milestone Year
SAN DIEGO – On Saturday, December 17, General Dynamics NASSCO christened the Liberty, the third ECO Class tanker under contract with customer SEA-Vista LLC. Mrs. Debora Denning, wife of SEACOR vice president Tom Denning, christened the ship with the traditional break of a champagne bottle on the side of the ship. Designed for improved fuel Read More >
Shipbuilders and Repairers Spread Holiday Cheer in Barrio Logan, San Diego
An annual tradition since 1982, on Friday, December 16, shipbuilders and repairers from NASSCO, BAE Systems, Inc., and Continental Maritime Of San Diego, and other members of the Port of San Diego Ship Repair Association delivered hundreds of toys to the Barrio Station in Barrio Logan. On Saturday, December 17, the team delivered several hundred toys Read More >