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HII Hosts U.S. State Department Official at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted the U.S. Department of State Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security at its Newport News Shipbuilding division today.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted the U.S. Department of State Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security at its Newport News Shipbuilding division today.
Ambassador Bonnie Jenkins leads the Department of State efforts in support of the trilateral Australia, United Kingdom and United States (AUKUS) partnership implementation.
She met with NNS leadership and visited shipyard facilities that support construction of Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarines.
Additionally, Ambassador Jenkins participated in a tour and discussion at the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School that focused on HII’s workforce development expertise.

HII Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

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Monday, November 13, 2023

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII), America’s largest military shipbuilder and provider of all-domain defense solutions, is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII), America’s largest military shipbuilder and provider of all-domain defense solutions, is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week.
Recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor, National Apprenticeship Week this year runs Nov. 13-19.
“Apprenticeship programs are the foundation in our workforce development strategy and are significant to beginning a rewarding career within HII,” said Edmond Hughes, HII executive vice president and chief human resources officer.
To learn more about apprenticeship and career opportunities at HII, please visit www.HII.com .

Black Buffalo 3D Printed Homes Have New Owners Just in Time for the Holidays

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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Black Buffalo 3D homes tout benefits for their owners including disaster resilience, printed walls being termite proof and giving the designers to ability to design structures with excellent thermal efficiency.

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Black Buffalo 3D homes tout benefits for their owners including disaster resilience, printed walls being termite proof and giving the designers to ability to design structures with excellent thermal efficiency.
These homes achieved an energy rating of R22 which will result in lower energy consumption and lower cost of living over traditionally built homes.
"These Newport News homes represent the latest advances in 3D construction by utilizing Black Buffalo 3D's large scale gantry construction printer and proprietary materials that are over twice as strong as traditional CMU block," commented Mike Miceli, CEO of Black Buffalo 3D.
3D homes are gaining widespread adoption, and these two homes represent a significant step forward into how 3D printed homes can improve efficiency.

Sun Realty Welcomes Emily Walski as Business Development Manager

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

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KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C., Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sun Realty is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team, Emily Walski, as our Business Development Manager. With a deep-rooted connection to the Outer Banks community and a wealth of experience in the real estate and property management industry, Emily is poised to make a significant impact on Sun Realty's growth and success.

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Sun Realty Welcomes Emily Walski as Business Development Manager, Driving Growth and Success for One of the Outer Banks' Largest Vacation Rental Companies.
KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C., Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sun Realty is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team, Emily Walski, as our Business Development Manager.
Excited to lead Sun Realty's growth, Emily Walski brings a unique blend of experience, dedication, and passion for the Outer Banks community.
Before her return to Sun Realty, Emily honed her skills in the industry, working as a Rental Manager and New Owner Consultant.

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding Opens Additional Site in Norfolk

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

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NORFOLK, Va., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has begun production at an additional campus in Norfolk to support the shipyard’s continued progress toward more effective and efficient shipbuilding.

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NORFOLK, Va., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has begun production at an additional campus in Norfolk to support the shipyard’s continued progress toward more effective and efficient shipbuilding.
The Newport News Shipbuilding Norfolk Campus is located on land leased from Fairlead in the Lambert’s Point area, at a development known as Fairwinds Landing.
NNS shipbuilders have worked at the site for several months constructing steel panels that will eventually make up units of Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier Enterprise (CVN 80).
NNS leadership and shipbuilders joined with city of Norfolk leaders, Navy officials and Fairlead leadership to mark the opening Monday.

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding Continues Hiring Push with Community Events

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Friday, November 3, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division continues to make progress in the area of workforce development acceleration, and is meeting hiring demand for skilled trades positions through community outreach efforts and on-site hiring events.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division continues to make progress in the area of workforce development acceleration, and is meeting hiring demand for skilled trades positions through community outreach efforts and on-site hiring events.
Additionally, attendees were able to tour the shipyard’s digital shipbuilding mobile experience trailer, interacting with the tools used by HII’s next generation workforce.
“As we continue to make intentional investments to meet our hiring needs, community events like this are instrumental to that effort.
The shipyard is hosting “Walk-in Wednesday” trade hiring events every Wednesday through Dec. 13.

Media Advisory: Media Invited to Celebration of Newport News Shipbuilding Norfolk Campus

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

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HII (NYSE: HII) will celebrate the opening of the Newport News Shipbuilding Norfolk Campus.

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HII (NYSE: HII) will celebrate the opening of the Newport News Shipbuilding Norfolk Campus.
NNS and Navy leadership, city of Norfolk leaders and shipbuilders will mark the opening that will support continued progress toward more effective and efficient shipbuilding.
Upon arrival, check-in at the guard station.
U.S. citizenship and confirmation of media attendance is required.

New ODU Partnership with HII-NNS Aims to Increase Engineering Majors

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

NNS, the largest industrial employer in Virginia and a division of the largest shipbuilding company in the United States, will be the lead industry sponsor of the Monarch Accelerator Program to Engineering (MAP-to-E), which aims to increase the number of engineering and engineering technology majors and degrees, particularly from underrepresented and underserved communities in Hampton Roads.

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NNS, the largest industrial employer in Virginia and a division of the largest shipbuilding company in the United States, will be the lead industry sponsor of the Monarch Accelerator Program to Engineering (MAP-to-E), which aims to increase the number of engineering and engineering technology majors and degrees, particularly from underrepresented and underserved communities in Hampton Roads.
NNS will make a five-year gift to the program with an invitation to renew for another five-year term.
“These students, through no fault of their own, have not had the opportunity to be adequately prepared to transition directly into an engineering program upon entering college.”
The Monarch Accelerator Program to Engineering aims to:
Increase the number of full-time engineering and engineering-related students enrolled at ODU.
Increase the number of diverse and first-generation students pursuing careers in engineering and engineering-related systems.

BayPort Co-Sponsors First-Ever 3D-Printed Home in Southeast Newport News

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The BayPort Foundation has partnered with Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg and Newport News Shipbuilding to co-sponsor a 3D-printed home in the southeast neighborhood of Newport News.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The BayPort Foundation has partnered with Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg and Newport News Shipbuilding to co-sponsor a 3D-printed home in the southeast neighborhood of Newport News.
The home is the first of its kind in Newport News and is anticipated to be completed in December.
BayPort's co-sponsored home is one of two being built side-by-side in partnership with Habitat and Newport News Shipbuilding.
As the philanthropic arm of BayPort Credit Union, the BayPort Foundation is an extension of the credit union's charitable giving.

Drucker + Falk Sweeps the Stage with 11 ACE Awards from the Virginia Apartment Management Association Annual Event

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DF Multifamily, a division of Drucker + Falk (DF), one of the nation's most prominent multifamily management companies, was recently honored with eleven Apartment Community Excellence (ACE) awards by The Hampton Roads Apartment Council (HRAC). The HRAC, a division of the Virginia Apartment Management Association (VAMA), announced the award winners during its 10th Annual ACE Awards ceremony on late October 14th.

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The HRAC, a division of the Virginia Apartment Management Association (VAMA), announced the award winners during its 10th Annual ACE Awards ceremony on late October 14th.
Each year, we consider it a privilege to stand among the other exceptional communities and industry professionals at this prestigious event.
- Deidre Brown, Director of Multifamily Management at Drucker + Falk
The annual ACE Awards were created to recognize property management excellence each year and are determined by independent judges who tour Hampton Roads communities and interview associated team members.
She went on to share, "Drucker + Falk takes immense pride in the recognition of numerous apartment communities and team members for their unwavering commitment and hard work.