NASSCO

05/06/2026

Watching years of hard work hit the horizon! 🌊 The USNS Sojourner Truth (T-AO 210) looked sharp during sea trials. Smooth sailing from the crew and big salute to the NASSCO team!

04/10/2026

NASSCO-San Diego after dark. 🌘✨

03/20/2026

Our NASSCO Fire Department had a very successful Burn Institute Boot Drive, raising $3,634.47 to support burn survivors during their recovery journey. Thanks to all who contributed - your efforts help to sustain vital burn prevention programs for the future. 🔥

03/13/2026

"The Hector A. Cafferata Jr. is the last ship of the ESB class and it’s a shining example of what design innovation can ultimately achieve. I am extremely proud of our team for their exceptional work, craftsmanship and dedication to this program and will miss looking out over the shipyard to see this imposing, one-of-a kind creation." Dave Carver, President of General Dynamics NASSCO; (3/7/2026)

*Christening Ceremony, USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr. (ESB 8)

03/12/2026

Farewell to the USNS Lucy Stone (T-AO 209) as she officially departs the NASSCO shipyard to begin her service life with the Navy. 👋 Seeing her head out into San Diego Bay is the ultimate reward for thousands of shipbuilders who brought her to life.

03/07/2026

General Dynamics NASSCO has christened the USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr. ( ESB 8 ), the sixth and final ship in the U.S. Navy's Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) program. The vessel honors the extraordinary heroism of Private First Class Hector A. Cafferata Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient, for his courageous actions during the Korean War's Battle of Chosin Reservoir.

The christening ceremony featured remarks by Sergeant Major Carlos A. Ruiz, as well as representatives from NASSCO, the U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Marine Corps. In a touching moment, ship sponsors Heather Cafferata and Jessica Cafferata, daughter and granddaughter of the ship’s namesake, officially christened the vessel with the traditional champagne bottle break. 🍾

“Ships are not just steel and machinery—they carry legacies, and they connect past generations to future ones,” said David Carver, president of General Dynamics NASSCO. "The remarkable story of valor and sacrifice of Hector Cafferata Jr. will soon sail across the globe, carried by a ship that embodies his courage and dedication."

The USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr. joins its predecessors, USS Lewis B. Puller (ESB 3), USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4), USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5), USS John L. Canley (ESB 6), and USNS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7), in serving the U.S. Navy's critical global mission.

See more photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/generaldynamicsnassco/albums/72177720332342418

03/06/2026

Join us online tomorrow at 9 a.m. PT as we christen the USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr. (ESB 8), the final ship for the U.S. Navy's Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) program! 📺

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The christening ceremony for the future USNS Hector A. Cafferata Jr. (ESB 8) , the sixth ship for the U.S. Navy’s Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) program. This ...

02/27/2026

Junkyard Wars 2026 just reached a new level of intensity. This year, our NASSCO engineering teams weren’t just building for speed – they were building Mine Sweepers. Powered by a few AA batteries and a whole lot of ‘junk,’ these machines proved that our engineers can handle any obstacle put in their path.

From spare parts to tactical maneuvers, the ingenuity was on display during .

Congratulations to Team Guzzolene for navigating the chaos and securing the win! 🏆

02/24/2026

History in the making. ⚓ We are proud to announce that the USS America (LHA 6) has officially christened our brand-new floating dry dock!

Seeing this incredible amphibious assault ship transition into our shipyard marks a new chapter for our operations and our commitment to supporting the fleet. A huge shoutout to our team for a smooth docking. Here’s to many more!

02/13/2026

Today, we took a monumental step in the construction of the future USNS Ruth Bader Ginsburg (T-AO 212) with the formal laying of her keel. As the eighth ship in the John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler program, this vessel is more than just steel – it is a tribute to a pioneer of equality and a titan of the Supreme Court. ⚖️

We were honored to have Ms. Jane Ginsburg, daughter of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, join our skilled NASSCO welders to authenticate the keel, permanently etching a legacy of justice into the ship’s backbone.

We are grateful for everyone who joined the NASSCO shipbuilders to mark this milestone in the life of the future USNS Ruth Bader Ginsburg (T-AO 212).

02/06/2026

Moving into the weekend! ✌