The US Navy will keep its floating bases running for another year

The US Navy awarded a contract to maintain its Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels. This means the Navy plans to keep these mobile sea bases operational for at least another year.

The US Navy uses these ships as floating piers and staging areas for special operations and disaster relief. Keeping them in service means the Navy can continue to deploy forces and equipment without needing traditional port infrastructure. This contract extends the life of a key part of the Navy's global logistics and power projection capabilities.