Fincantieri wins $30m contract to equip US Navy landing ships

This step represents a "material acceleration" for the LSM programme and precedes a future award of construction contracts, the Fincantieri statement said.

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Fincantieri Pierroberto Folgiero stated, "Through sustained investment, a skilled workforce, and a resilient industrial base, Fincantieri stands ready to support the navy as they advance new operational concepts and future force requirements."

The award is subject to applicable approvals and contractual arrangements.

(Reporting by Sara Rossi, editing by Baird Maritime)