October 19, 2026
HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Awarded Contract Modification for DDG 1002 Sea Trials
PASCAGOULA, Miss., Oct. 19, 2026 — HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division has been awarded a $99 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy to conduct sea trials for the Zumwalt-class destroyer Lyndon B. Johnson (DDG 1002). The ship arrived at Ingalls in January 2022 to complete the installation, activation and testing of the combat systems.
“This award reflects the Navy’s continued confidence in the Ingalls team to execute the critical system test and sea trials work essential to the Navy’s phased delivery approach,” said Brian Blanchette, Ingalls Shipbuilding president. “Our shipbuilders are proud to help deliver DDG 1002 and prepare her for future fleet operations.”
While at Ingalls Lyndon B. Johnson is also receiving modernization upgrades that include integration of the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) weapon system, as the Navy’s second CPS‑equipped platform.
Zumwalt-class destroyers feature a state-of-the-art electric propulsion system, wave-piercing tumblehome hull, stealth design and are equipped with the most advanced warfighting technology and weaponry. These ships will be capable of performing a range of deterrence, power projection, sea control, and command and control missions while allowing Navy to evolve with new systems and capabilities.
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