Overview
General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego, California, is the largest US-flag commercial shipbuilder. NASSCO builds ECO-class product tankers (Jones-Act), containership-tanker hybrids, and Navy auxiliary ships — combat logistics force ships, expeditionary sea bases, and the new EPF Spearhead class.
Key facts
- San Diego, California
- Largest US-flag commercial yard
- Jones-Act product tankers
- Navy combat logistics ships
- EPF Spearhead-class
Why it matters to seafarers
US-flag deep-sea seafarers — especially those in the MARAD-subsidised Jones-Act fleet — will sail NASSCO hulls. The yard standardises on MAN-ES propulsion and a recognisable bridge fit.
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