Key Takeaways:
- 1. Austal USA delivered the final Independence-class littoral combat ship (LCS) to the U.S. Navy on July 11, 2025.
- 2. The future USS Pierre (LCS 38) is the 19th Independence-variant LCS delivered by Austal USA and the last of this variant to be delivered.
- 3. The USS Pierre marks the conclusion of Austal USA’s Independence-variant LCS program, with the company committing to supporting the U.S. Navy with innovative maritime solutions.
Austal USA has handed over the final Independence-class littoral combat ship, the USS Pierre (LCS 38), to the U.S. Navy. This marks the completion of Austal's delivery of 19 Independence-variant LCS vessels over 15 years. The ship is named after Pierre, the capital of South Dakota, with Larissa Thune, daughter of Senate Leader John Thune, as the sponsor. The successful acceptance trials were completed, and the ship is now preparing for fleet introduction. Austal USA emphasizes its commitment to supporting the U.S. Navy with maritime solutions despite concluding its LCS program.
Insight: Austal USA's delivery of the USS Pierre signifies the completion of a significant chapter in naval shipbuilding history, highlighting the company's dedication and commitment to providing innovative maritime solutions for the U.S. Navy.
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