Austal USA Launches USNS Cody (EPF 14) and Kingsville (LCS 36)
Austal USA launched two Navy ships, USNS Cody (EPF 14) and the future USS Kingsville (LCS 36), this past week.
During the launch process, the ships are lifted almost three feet in the air and moved approximately 400 feet onto a moored deck barge.
The ships are then transferred to a floating dry dock, which is submerged, enabling the ships to float for the first time.
“The launches this week are a testament to the skill and capability of our shipbuilders but are also demonstrative of how we optimize efficiency through process discipline,” stated Austal USA Vice President of New Construction, Dave Growden.
Austal USA teams work alongside Navy partners and vendors to ensure a successful launch process.
Author's summary: Austal USA launches two new Navy ships.