Check Out How The US Navy Will Invest $1.3 Billion in Next Gen Subs

Equipped with cutting-edge sensors, weapons systems, and automation, these submarines will be able to operate effectively in increasingly complex and contested maritime environments. Blocks I and II established the Virginia-class foundation, incorporating new hull designs and advanced combat systems. Block III enhanced mission flexibility by introducing the Virginia Payload Module (VPM). With nine Block V submarines currently under construction and six Block IVs nearing completion, the Navy is steadily expanding its submarine force. Block IV Varian Status Vermont (SSN-792) – In service Oregon (SSN-793) – In service Montana (SSN-794) – In service Hyman G. Rickover (SSN-795) – In service New Jersey (SSN-796) – In service Iowa (SSN-797 – Launched Massachusetts (SSN-798) – Launched Idaho (SSN-799) – Under construction Arkansas (SSN-800) – Under construction Utah (SSN-801) – Under construction Block V Variant Status Oklahoma (SSN-802) – Under construction Arizona (SSN-803) – Under construction Barb (SSN-804) – Under construction Tang (SSN-805) – Under construction Wahoo (SSN-806) – Under construction Silversides (SSN-807) – Under construction John H. Dalton (SSN-808) – Authorized Long Island (SSN-809) – Announced San Francisco (SSN-810) – Announced Miami (SSN-811) – Announced The recent commissioning of the USS Hyman G. Rickover (SSN-795) and USS New Jersey (SSN-796) marks the latest addition to the Virginia-class program. USS Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 795) / (DVIDS) Massive Investment Boosts US Submarine Program The $1.3 billion contract awarded to General Dynamics Electric Boat is a testament to the company’s expertise in submarine construction and its ability to deliver complex naval platforms. By investing in the necessary infrastructure and workforce, Electric Boat is poised to meet the Navy’s ambitious production goals. Substantial investments and technological advancements have backed the Virginia-class Block VI submarines, which will be a cornerstone of the US Navy’s undersea dominance for years to come. — Disclaimer: SOFREP utilizes AI for image generation and article research. Occasionally, it’s like handing a chimpanzee the keys to your liquor cabinet. It’s not always perfect and if a mistake is made, we own up to it full stop. In a world where information comes at us in tidal waves, it is an important tool that helps us sift through the brass for live rounds.