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Navy/USMC

First Mobile Landing Platform Completes Sea Trials

Defense Daily Staff

Monday, March 25th, 2013

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The first of the Navy's Mobile Landing Platforms designed to boost logistical operations at sea while reducing dependence on foreign ports completed sea trials last week. The USNS Montford Point (MLP-1), built by General Dynamics [GD] National Steel and Shipbuilding Co. (NASSCO), underwent the sea trial in San Diego on Mar. 20. "This first-of-class ship performed very well during builder's trials, a testament to the preparation and dedication of the Navy-industry team in designing and building this transformational platform," said…

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