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We are Ships from
Cradle to Grave
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Program Summary
In addition to surface combatant modernization, amphibious and auxiliary
ships such as the Navy's in-service amphibious assault ships, command ships,
transport and cargo ships, and small craft, need mid-life improvements as
well. In 2010, NAVSEA 21 is currently planning or managing lifecycle
availabilities on almost 60 amphibious and auxiliary ships. That includes a
mid-life sustainment program on our LSD 41, LSD 49, LCC 19 and LHD 1
classes, as well as upgrade programs for MCM-class mine hunters and PC-class
coastal patrol ships. Analogous to the cruiser and destroyer modernization
programs, these ships require upgrades and life cycle extensions to obtain
maximum utility and bridge the gap between one generation of vessel and the
next. In almost every instance, it is significantly more cost-effective to
upgrade a current vessel than it is to construct a new one. These
modernization efforts allow the Navy to extend service life on these
valuable assets, saving the taxpayers money.
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