USNS Thurgood Marshall Christened in San Diego, Expanding MSC Fleet
The USNS Thurgood Marshall (T-AO 211) was officially christened at General Dynamics-NASSCO in San Diego, enhancing the U.S. Navy's logistics capabilities. This vessel is part of the John Lewis-class and will replace aging oilers, providing critical support to naval operations worldwide.
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The USNS Thurgood Marshall was christened today at the General Dynamics-NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, California. This 746-foot fleet replenishment oiler can transport 162,000 barrels of fuel and cargo, and it is the seventh in the John Lewis class.
The ship is designed with double hulls for environmental protection and will include self-defense capabilities. It is one of 17 vessels under contract in this class, named after civil rights leaders. The christening involved sponsors Melonie Tibbs and Cecilia Marshall breaking a champagne bottle against the hull.
The ship is expected to enhance the U.S. Navy's operational logistics and sustainment in contested regions.
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