Future USCGC Argus building at Eastern. Eastern Shipyard photo.
Below is a news release from Eastern Shipbuilding. Good to see.
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MEDIA ADVISORY Tuesday, October 17, 2023 |
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Eastern Shipbuilding Group to Host Christening and Launch Ceremony for U.S. Coast Guard’s First Offshore Patrol Cutter Friday, October 27, 2023 What: Christening and Launch Ceremony for USCGC ARGUS (WMSM – 915) Who: Joey D’Isernia, CEO, Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. Admiral Linda Fagan, Commandant, USCG Captain (Ret.) Beverly Kelley, Sponsor Rear Admiral Chad L. Jacoby, Assistant Commandant for Acquisitions & Chief Acquisition Officer, USCG Where: Eastern Shipbuilding Nelson Facility 2200 Nelson Street, Panama City, FL When: Friday, October 27, 2023 – 1:00 PM central set up / 2:00 PM central event The Christening and Launch of U.S. Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutter ARGUS (WMSM-915) is scheduled to take place at Eastern Shipbuilding Group’s Nelson Shipyard on October 27, 2023. The christening of the lead vessel of the Heritage Class Offshore Patrol Cutters is a historic event for the Coast Guard and marks the beginning of a new fleet of national security assets that will support critical missions at sea for decades to come. The christening ceremony is a time-honored tradition in shipbuilding that will recognize the history and significance of ARGUS and her sponsor, Capt. Beverly Kelley. Request Media Credentials: |