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HII Celebrates 200 Graduates of The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School

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Saturday, March 18, 2023

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 200 graduates of the company’s Apprentice School at Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS).

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 200 graduates of the company’s Apprentice School at Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS).
"Newport News Shipbuilding graduates: You build America, you run America, you are the backbone of America, and we are so proud of you,” Youngkin said.
“As Governor of Virginia, it's never been clearer that the road to American exceptionalism runs right through your classrooms and dry docks.
The Apprentice School accepts more than 200 apprentices per year.

HII Receives Additive Manufacturing Approval from Naval Sea Systems Command

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global all-domain defense partner HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division recently received approval as a vendor to provide some additive manufacturing components to Naval Sea Systems (NAVSEA) platforms.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global all-domain defense partner HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division recently received approval as a vendor to provide some additive manufacturing components to Naval Sea Systems (NAVSEA) platforms.
The certification enables NNS to use additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, to fabricate pipefittings or other potential components for use on aircraft carriers, submarines and other NAVSEA platforms.
“Our continued advances in additive manufacturing are revolutionizing naval engineering and shipbuilding.
NNS is also pursuing approvals that will enable broader use and implementation of additive manufacturing across the naval enterprise.

HII Hosts Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Friday, March 3, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday for a visit to the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding division on Thursday during a scheduled visit to Hampton Roads.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday for a visit to the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding division on Thursday during a scheduled visit to Hampton Roads.
While in Newport News, Gilday met with NNS leadership and toured the shipyard.
“We are always grateful to have Adm. Gilday spend time at the shipyard,” NNS President Jennifer Boykin said.
“We understand the Navy's national security mission starts right here, in our dry docks, at our piers and on the design tools.

HII Hosts Congressional Delegation and USMC Officers at Ingalls Shipbuilding

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted U.S. Reps. Trent Kelly, R-Miss.

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PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted U.S. Reps. Trent Kelly, R-Miss.
“It is always a privilege to host members of the House and our Marine Corps partners,” Ingalls Shipbuilding President Kari Wilkinson said.
“It is great to be able to see the level of construction taking place on amphibious ships currently being built at Ingalls,” Mahoney said.
HII recently invested nearly $1 billion in infrastructure, facility and toolsets at Ingalls Shipbuilding enabling shipbuilders to improve product flow and process and efficiency, and enhancing product quality.

HII and Ocean Aero to Partner on Advanced Unmanned Maritime Capabilities

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

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MCLEAN, Va. and GULFPORT, Miss., March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) and Ocean Aero initiated a strategic agreement to advance the combined capabilities of their respective unmanned maritime platforms and autonomy software solutions.

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MCLEAN, Va. and GULFPORT, Miss., March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) and Ocean Aero initiated a strategic agreement to advance the combined capabilities of their respective unmanned maritime platforms and autonomy software solutions.
“We are pleased to partner with Ocean Aero to further expand the operational capabilities of the U.S. Armed Forces, partner nations and other maritime-focused commercial institutions,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of the Unmanned Systems business group at HII’s Mission Technologies division.
“We are excited to combine the best of our individual products to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions to our customers.”
Kevin Decker, Ocean Aero chief executive officer, added: “This is the perfect time for us to partner with HII.
Additionally, HII’s Odyssey autonomy software solution offers scalable autonomy aligned with open architecture standards, including Unmanned Maritime Autonomy Architecture.

Innovation Lab is Bringing HII Technology to the Next Generation of Shipbuilders

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division is harnessing the power of technology as it recruits the next generation of shipbuilders.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division is harnessing the power of technology as it recruits the next generation of shipbuilders.
The Ray Bagley Innovation Lab is part of The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.
On Feb. 17, the Innovation Lab was dedicated in honor of Ray Bagley, retired vice president of trades operations at NNS.
HII, Verizon and BayPort Credit Union all have provided financial support for the Ray Bagley Innovation Lab.

HII Hosts Members of Virginia’s Congressional Delegation at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division hosted U.S. Reps. Bobby Scott, D-Va.; Rob Wittman, R-Va.; and Jen Kiggans, R-Va.; Tuesday for a meeting with NNS leadership and a shipyard tour.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division hosted U.S. Reps. Bobby Scott, D-Va.; Rob Wittman, R-Va.; and Jen Kiggans, R-Va.; Tuesday for a meeting with NNS leadership and a shipyard tour.
“We are grateful our congressional partners took the time to see the incredible work our shipbuilders do in service of the nation,” NNS President Jennifer Boykin said.
“This was a great opportunity to continue our strong relationship with Reps. Scott and Wittman, and welcome our newest lawmaker, Rep. Kiggans.
They also witnessed how NNS is innovating with technology, including fixture-based manufacturing, to increase efficiencies across the shipyard.

HII Hosts U.S. Rep. Mike Ezell at Ingalls Shipbuilding

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Friday, February 17, 2023

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PASCAGOULA, Miss., Feb. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted U.S. Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Miss., yesterday for his first official visit to the shipyard as representative of Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District.

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PASCAGOULA, Miss., Feb. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division hosted U.S. Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Miss., yesterday for his first official visit to the shipyard as representative of Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District.
During his visit, Ezell met with Ingalls leadership and toured the shipyard including amphibious transport dock ship Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29).
“We appreciated Representative Ezell investing his time to see firsthand the quality work that our shipbuilders do every day for our Navy and Coast Guard partners,” Ingalls Shipbuilding President Kari Wilkinson said.
With more than 11,000 employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama.

HII Employees Honored at 37th annual Black Engineer of the Year (BEYA) Award STEM Conference

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Saturday, February 11, 2023

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“I am incredibly proud of these employees for setting the example of excellence across the company,” said Chris Kastner, HII president and CEO, who attended the conference.

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“I am incredibly proud of these employees for setting the example of excellence across the company,” said Chris Kastner, HII president and CEO, who attended the conference.
“There is a special energy in that ballroom among people who feel seen, respected and valued for their work.
To our winners I say thank you, and congratulations!”
Five HII employees received the Modern-Day Technology Leader award, which recognizes efforts in shaping the future of engineering, science and technology.
Boykin shared that these seven employees are exceptional leaders who model the integrity and quality of the HII team.

HII Breaks Ground on New Submarine Facility at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global all-domain defense partner HII (NYSE: HII) recently broke ground on a new project that will support nuclear submarine construction at its Newport News Shipbuilding division.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global all-domain defense partner HII (NYSE: HII) recently broke ground on a new project that will support nuclear submarine construction at its Newport News Shipbuilding division.
The Multi-Class Submarine Production Facility is one of three new facilities, enabling NNS to further support the construction and delivery of Columbia- and Virginia-class submarines.
The Multi-Class Submarine Production Facility is designed to be adaptable, allowing NNS to support both Columbia- and Virginia-class construction.
The Multi-Class Submarine Production Facility is funded jointly by the Navy and HII, and is part of $1.9 billion in capital investments HII is making at NNS between 2016 and 2025.