Analysts told Breaking Defense it would take weeks for a ship to reach the Middle East, and actually getting patients aboard presents myriad logistical, diplomatic and security problems.
By Justin KatzLarry Ryder, an Austal executive, told Breaking Defense the first EMS will begin construction in 2025.
By Justin KatzPrime Minister Sogavare’s government claims that the “Solomon Islands have had unfortunate experiences of foreign naval vessels entering the country’s waters during the course of the year without diplomatic clearance granted, hence would like to avoid such incidents from reoccurring.”
By Colin ClarkThe Navy’s hospital ships have served it well for decades but what’s next? Austal may have an answer.
By Justin KatzDoD is slated to receive $8.3 billion to fight COVID-19 in new White House request, as positive virus tests for military personnel jump to 49.
By Paul McLeary