The USS Hampton arrived at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine, on Thursday for scheduled maintenance and system upgrades to remain mission-ready and meet the Navy’s needs before returning to the fleet.

“We’re excited to welcome the USS Hampton to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard,” said Tim Doyon, Hampton Project Superintendent. “Getting the Hampton back to the fleet to defend freedom is a top priority for our team. We’re fully committed to putting in the hard work necessary to ensure the Hampton is ready to fight and serve wherever the Navy is needed.”

According to a Navy news release, the work will prioritize technological advancement and modernization of systems to maintain a competitive edge in maritime operations.

“... The maintenance and modernization of these vital assets not only extend their operational lifespan, but directly contributes to the Navy’s warfighting readiness,” said Capt. Michael Oberdorf, the shipyard commander.

Attack submarines such as the Hampton are designed to excel in a wide array of mission areas. These include anti-submarine and anti-ship warfare, strike operations, special forces deployment, intelligence gathering and mine warfare.

With its advanced systems, Hampton will maintain maritime security, project power ashore with Tomahawk cruise missiles and support special operations forces in various global theaters.

As Hampton undergoes its scheduled work, the crew will continue training and preparation to ensure they are ready to execute a full range of missions upon returning to the fleet.

“... In alignment with the CNO’s NAVPLAN 2024, this work is a clear reflection of our unwavering focus on lethality, readiness, and the integration of cutting-edge capabilities into the fleet,” said Oberdorf. “The critical work we do here strengthens our nation’s ability to project power and deter adversaries, ensuring that our warfighters are always prepared to fight and win, wherever and whenever required.”