HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Launches Guided Missile Destroyer Future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129)

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HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding has successfully launched the future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), marking a significant milestone as the third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer built at their shipyard. The vessel was transferred from land to dry dock using translation railcars before being floated and moved to a pier.

The destroyer, named after Vietnam War veteran and former U.S. Senator Jeremiah Denton Jr., features advanced capabilities including the AN/SPY-6(V)1 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) and Aegis Baseline 10 Combat System. These systems are designed to address 21st-century threats.

Currently, Ingalls Shipbuilding has five Flight III destroyers under construction: Ted Stevens (DDG 128), Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), George M. Neal (DDG 131), Sam Nunn (DDG 133), and Thad Cochran (DDG 135).

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• Successful launch of third Flight III destroyer demonstrates continued execution of naval contracts
• Five Flight III destroyers currently under construction indicates strong order backlog
• Advanced technological capabilities (AMDR and Aegis systems) strengthen competitive position

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PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division successfully launched future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129) today, the third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer to be built at the shipyard.

Shipbuilders transferred DDG 129 from land to the company’s dry dock using translation railcars to support the ship during the move. Once in the dry dock, the ship was floated and moved by tugboats to a pier at the shipyard.

“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,” Ingalls Shipbuilding DDG Program Manager Ben Barnett said. “The future USS Jeremiah Denton will now undergo final outfitting, systems activation, and testing before entering the fleet.”

DDG 129 is named for former U.S. Sen. Jeremiah Denton Jr., a Vietnam War veteran who was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroism as a prisoner of war. Following his Navy career, he was elected to the U.S. Senate representing his home state of Alabama in 1980.

Photos accompanying this release are available at: http://hii.com/news/hiis-ingalls-shipbuilding-launches-guided-missile-destroyer-future-uss-jeremiah-denton-ddg-129/.

An Arleigh Burke-class Flight III destroyer features the AN/SPY-6(V)1 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) and the Aegis Baseline 10 Combat System that is required to keep pace with the threats well into the 21^st century. Ingalls Shipbuilding has five Flight IIIs currently under construction including Ted Stevens (DDG 128), Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), George M. Neal (DDG 131), Sam Nunn (DDG 133) and Thad Cochran (DDG 135).

About HII

HII is a global, all-domain defense provider. HII’s mission is to deliver the world’s most powerful ships and all-domain solutions in service of the nation, creating the advantage for our customers to protect peace and freedom around the world.

As the nation’s largest military shipbuilder, and with a more than 135-year history of advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities extending from ships to unmanned systems, cyber, ISR, AI/ML and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:

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A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/9e8e79ba-a38b-49f6-9987-fc22052481dd

FAQ

What milestone did HII achieve with the USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129)?

HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding successfully launched the USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), their third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, transferring it from land to dry dock and then to a pier.

How many Flight III destroyers does HII currently have under construction?

HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding has five Flight III destroyers under construction: DDG 128, 129, 131, 133, and 135.

What advanced systems are featured on HII's Flight III destroyer DDG 129?

The DDG 129 features the AN/SPY-6(V)1 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) and Aegis Baseline 10 Combat System for advanced threat response.

What are the next steps for HII's USS Jeremiah Denton after launch?

The vessel will undergo final outfitting, systems activation, and testing before entering the fleet.