fleet May 15, 2026

NASSCO Receives $856M for New Navy Fleet Oiler

General Dynamics NASSCO has secured $856 million to construct T-AO 217, the latest addition to the U.S. Navy’s John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oiler program, as reported by gCaptain. This funding continues the expansion of the Navy's logistical capabilities.

T-AO 217 (fleet replenishment oiler)