The U.S Navy is doing all it can to expand its fleet to beat China’s growing naval presence and also its rapidly multiplying fleet, both of which threaten the American presence in Indo-Pacific.
Recently, a Boston-based company called Blue Water Autonomy announced that they will be constructing the Liberty-Class of Ships, with the first vessel for the U.S Navy expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
After delivering the first ship, the company plans serial production, with 10 to 20 vessel buildings per year.
The ships have been named after the WWII Liberty vessels, which were made in large numbers to meet the demand of the country’s naval forces at that time.
The company is partnering with Damen, a Dutch shipbuilder, which will also handle the design aspect of this important project.
The ships will be built at Conrad Shipyard, which has 5 yards and 1100 workers who build 30 plus ships annually.
Per reports, construction will begin in March 2026.
The ships will be built on
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