HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division successfully launched the future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129) on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. This is the third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer to be built at the shipyard, strengthening the next generation of U.S. Navy warships.
The ship was transferred from land to the dry dock using translation carts, allowing for a controlled float-off and subsequent movement by tugboats to the shipyard pier. Now, DDG 129 enters the final installation phase, system activation, and operational testing.
“The launch of DDG 129 is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Ingalls shipbuilders and a collaborative achievement with our Navy partners,” said Ben Barnett, DDG program manager at Ingalls Shipbuilding.
A legacy of bravery
The destroyer honors former senator and war hero Jeremiah Denton Jr., a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War. Denton was a prisoner of war for nearly eight years and was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroism. After his military career, he was elected senator from Alabama in 1980.
Cutting-edge technology
As part of the new Flight III generation, DDG 129 is equipped with the AN/SPY-6(V)1 AMDR radar and the Aegis Baseline 10 combat system, designed to counter advanced 21st-century threats. Currently, Ingalls Shipbuilding has four other Flight III-class destroyers under construction: Ted Stevens (DDG 128), George M. Neal (DDG 131), Sam Nunn (DDG 133), and Thad Cochran (DDG 135).
About HII
HII (formerly Huntington Ingalls Industries) is the largest military shipbuilder in the U.S., with more than 135 years of history in national defense. In addition to ships, the company offers solutions in unmanned systems, cybersecurity, intelligence, AI/ML, and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, it employs over 44,000 people worldwide.
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