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HII Delivers Virginia-Class Submarine New Jersey (SSN 796) to U.S. Navy

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Jeudi, avril 25, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has delivered Virginia-class fast-attack submarine New Jersey (SSN 796) to the U.S. Navy.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has delivered Virginia-class fast-attack submarine New Jersey (SSN 796) to the U.S. Navy.
  • New Jersey is the 11th Virginia-class submarine delivered by NNS, and the 23rd built as part of the teaming agreement with General Dynamics Electric Boat.
  • “It is a proud day for our entire team when we deliver a high-quality submarine like New Jersey to the fleet,” said Jason Ward, NNS vice president of Virginia-class submarine construction.
  • New Jersey was christened in November 2021 at NNS by ship’s sponsor Susan DiMarco, a New Jersey resident, retired dentist and wife of former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson.

TransGlobal Assets Inc. provides an update with the Joint-Venture partner Better Health Sciences For Pets Corp.

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Jeudi, avril 18, 2024

CHEYENNE, Wyo., April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransGlobal Assets Inc.'s (OTC: TMSH) joint-venture partner, Better Health Sciences For Pets Corp., has taken a significant step by submitting two additional products to Health Canada for approval as Veterinary Health Products (VHPs).

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  • CHEYENNE, Wyo., April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransGlobal Assets Inc.'s (OTC: TMSH) joint-venture partner, Better Health Sciences For Pets Corp., has taken a significant step by submitting two additional products to Health Canada for approval as Veterinary Health Products (VHPs).
  • This move highlights the commitment of TransGlobal Assets Inc., and Better Health Sciences For Pets Corp., to provide safe, effective, and high-quality products for animal health.
  • By adhering to VHP regulations, they are ensuring the protection of animal health, consumer interests, public health, and the environment.
  • The first product is Better Pets Pet Gel which helps to promote healthy skin and maintain skin health.

HII Completes Dry Dock Work for Aircraft Carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Refueling and Complex Overhaul

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Lundi, avril 8, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division has completed the dry dock portion of the refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division has completed the dry dock portion of the refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).
  • “Witnessing Stennis leave the dry dock and return to the water is a testament to the hard work of our shipbuilders, the crew and our government partners,” said Rob Check, NNS vice president of in-service aircraft carrier programs.
  • During the dry dock phase of the RCOH, USS John C. Stennis received significant upgrades and began an extensive overhaul process, both inside and outside the ship.
  • Once the RCOH is complete, USS John C. Stennis will be equipped to operate in the fleet for the second half of her 50-year expected service life.

HII Celebrates 2023 Graduates of The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School

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Samedi, mars 23, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 133 graduates of the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 133 graduates of the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.
  • Thomasina Wright, NNS vice president of fleet support programs, and a 1986 graduate of The Apprentice School, delivered the keynote commencement address.
  • “Newport News Shipbuilding is the best place to be to support our national defense and become a leader,” Wright said.
  • The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School has been accredited since 1982.

HII Co-Hosts Acceleration Summit & Manufacturing Showcase at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Jeudi, mars 21, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division partnered with the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) to co-host an Acceleration Summit: Technology Showcase this week in Newport News.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division partnered with the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) to co-host an Acceleration Summit: Technology Showcase this week in Newport News.
  • The event, that concluded today, brought together industry and academic partners to share potential innovations in technology to support best practices for construction and maintenance activities in shipbuilding.
  • I look forward to seeing how quickly we can unlock the potential in the technology we saw this week.”
    Photos accompanying this release are available at: https://hii.com/news/hii-acceleration-summit-manufacturing-showcase-newp... .
  • “We are so appreciative that Newport News Shipbuilding provided this opportunity to bring together so many maintenance and sustainment professionals to this event,” said Debbie Lilu, NCMS vice president, maintenance and sustainment, and business development.

Laser Photonics to Attend 2024 Acceleration Summit: NCMS Technology Showcase With Its Selection of Laser Solutions

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Jeudi, mars 14, 2024

The event is co-hosted by the technology development consortium NCMS and Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries ( HII ), the nation's largest shipbuilder.

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  • The event is co-hosted by the technology development consortium NCMS and Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries ( HII ), the nation's largest shipbuilder.
  • “For Laser Photonics, the Acceleration Summit: NCMS Technology Showcase is a valuable opportunity to present our innovative solutions to the naval industry.
  • At the Acceleration Summit: NCMS Technology Showcase, LPC will bring a selection of its laser systems, including the CleanTech 2000-CTHD plus the newest version of its CleanTech 1500-CTHD.
  • Those who attend Booth 12 at the summit will be able to witness LPC's laser cleaning systems in action.

HII Completes Initial Sea Trials of Virginia-Class Submarine New Jersey (SSN 796)

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Jeudi, février 29, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today the successful completion of initial sea trials for Virginia-class attack submarine New Jersey (SSN 796) by the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding division.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today the successful completion of initial sea trials for Virginia-class attack submarine New Jersey (SSN 796) by the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding division.
  • New Jersey spent several days at sea to test the boat’s systems and components.
  • Testing included submerging the submarine for the first time and conducting high-speed maneuvers while on the surface and submerged.
  • “Taking New Jersey out for the first time is a significant milestone and the first major test of the submarine’s capabilities at sea,” said Jason Ward, NNS vice president of Virginia-class submarine construction.

HII Hosts Merging Vets & Players Event at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Mercredi, février 28, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) today hosted the nonprofit Merging Vets and Players (MVP) for an event at its Newport News Shipbuilding division.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) today hosted the nonprofit Merging Vets and Players (MVP) for an event at its Newport News Shipbuilding division.
  • “We were honored to host this important Merging Vets and Players event at NNS,” said Dr. Latitia McCane, director of education at The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.
  • “It was a privilege to attend the Merging Vets and Players event at Newport News Shipbuilding and share the stage with an expert like Nate Boyer,” Mietus said.
  • “Events like this, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving, equip sailors and veterans with valuable tools to navigate personal challenges and build resilience.”
    To learn more about Merging Vets and Players, please visit https://vetsandplayers.org/ .

HII Launches Virginia-class Submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Vendredi, février 23, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) was recently launched into the James River at the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) was recently launched into the James River at the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division.
  • Shipbuilders transferred the submarine from a construction facility to the floating dry dock, where it was later submerged and moved by tugboats to a submarine pier at the shipyard for final outfitting, testing and crew certification.
  • “Following the christening of this mighty submarine in May, witnessing Massachusetts launch into the river is a source of immense pride for our shipbuilding team,” said Jason Ward, NNS vice president of Virginia-class submarine construction.
  • Virginia-class submarines incorporate dozens of new technologies and innovations that increase firepower, maneuverability and stealth to significantly enhance their warfighting capabilities.

HII Begins Topside EMALS Testing on John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Mercredi, février 21, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) recently began topside testing of the electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) on aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) recently began topside testing of the electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) on aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).
  • EMALS, first integrated into USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), replaces the existing steam catapults currently in use on the U.S. Navy’s Nimitz-class aircraft carriers.
  • Following successful “no-load” testing on catapults one and two, known as the ‘bow cats,’ the NNS team, alongside the John F. Kennedy crew, has now started “dead-load” testing.
  • In addition to Kennedy, two other Ford-class carriers are under construction at NNS: Enterprise (CVN 80) and Doris Miller (CVN 81).