U.S. Navy Christens USNS Lansing, Sixteenth Spearhead-Class Fast Transport Ship for Expeditionary Operations
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The U.S. Navy has officially christened the USNS Lansing, marking the sixteenth Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport vessel designed for rapid troop and medical transport in contested maritime areas.
Built by Austal USA, the 103-meter ship features a versatile mission bay, a flight deck for large aircraft, and is capable of speeds exceeding 35 knots. This addition enhances U.S. operational capabilities in the Indo-Pacific and European theaters, underscoring the significance of Military Sealift Command in naval logistics.
Jan 11, 2026, 1:59 PM
