It wanted something that could operate close to shore, attacking land targets and providing support for ground troops. Then came the conflict in landlocked Afghanistan.
Zumwalt
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BIW-built stealth destroyer needs $20 million engine replaced
A main turbine engine on the $7.5 billion USS Michael Monsoor sustained damage during the ship’s sea trials.
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BIW-built Zumwalt back underway after breakdown in Panama Canal
The $4 billion Navy destroyer lost propulsion Nov. 21 on its way to its homeport in San Diego.
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New $4 billion USS Zumwalt breaks down again, needs tow through Panama Canal
The stealth destroyer, built at Bath Iron Works, apparently lost propulsion in one shaft while in the Panama Canal.
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Admiral: If Batman had a ship, it would be BIW-built USS Zumwalt
The Navy’s new stealth destroyer is commissioned in Baltimore.
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Flaws like $4 billion Zumwalt’s leak called normal in new ships
The first-of-its-class ship built at BIW stays in port for repairs after seawater enters a lubricating system.
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Navy gives look inside futuristic Zumwalt destroyer
At $4.4 billion, the 610-foot-long warship is the most expensive destroyer built for the Navy.
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Ready for commission, Navy’s high-tech Zumwalt sails away from Bath Iron Works
The ‘stealth’ warship is on its way to Baltimore, where it will be commissioned Oct. 15 before joining the Pacific fleet.
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BIW bids adieu to Zumwalt, readies for word on Coast Guard cutters
The most technologically advanced ship ever built for the Navy leaves Bath while workers await news on a $10.5 billion Coast Guard contract that could prevent 1,000 or more layoffs.
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At 80, shipyard skipper to step back after Zumwalt trials
Capt. Earl Walker postponed his retirement to pilot the Zumwalt before its delivery to the Navy.