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HII Receives Order to Build a REMUS 620 Unmanned Underwater Vehicle for International Customer

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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MCLEAN, Va., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) has received an order for a REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) from an international customer in the Indo-Pacific Region.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) has received an order for a REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) from an international customer in the Indo-Pacific Region.
  • The customized, medium-class REMUS 620 UUV will be built and delivered in 2024 by HII’s Mission Technologies division and will be used for monitoring and data collection missions.
  • The REMUS 620 achieved two significant development milestones in 2023 with a successful in-water test in October and first sea test in December.
  • “The REMUS 620 is the premier medium-class UUV designed for adaptability, versatility and long range operations,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group.

Humanity International Investments Hits Major Milestones in Digital Identity with the Humanity Protocol Initiative in Partnership with BIO-key International

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates and HOLMDEL, N.J., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Humanity International Investments (HII) and BIO-key® International, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKYI), announce significant milestones in HII’s innovative Humanity Protocol initiative.

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  • DUBAI, United Arab Emirates and HOLMDEL, N.J., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Humanity International Investments (HII) and BIO-key® International, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKYI), announce significant milestones in HII’s innovative Humanity Protocol initiative.
  • Over 40,000 NFTs have been claimed to date, showcasing the project making remarkable strides in digital identity and blockchain technology integration.
  • The Humanity Protocol is pioneering a digital identity revolution, leveraging the potential of Africa's young and rapidly urbanizing population to ensure broader access to the decentralized digital economy.
  • The community staking program is Humanity International Investment's commitment to inclusivity and security in the digital space.

HII Mission Technologies Unveils New REMUS 130 Unmanned Underwater Vehicle

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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LONDON, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced the REMUS 130, a new unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) model based on the highly successful HII REMUS series of UUVs, today at the Oceanology International 2024 conference and exhibition.

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  • LONDON, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced the REMUS 130, a new unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) model based on the highly successful HII REMUS series of UUVs, today at the Oceanology International 2024 conference and exhibition.
  • The REMUS 130 is the third generation of REMUS 100 vehicles and is designed to enhance underwater operations with maximum flexibility, advanced capabilities and innovative features, including:
    Operational depths down to 100 meters.
  • “The REMUS 130 is built on the same proven technology platform as the REMUS 300 and offers customers a highly capable vehicle at reduced cost and risk,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group.
  • HII Mission Technologies is committed to advancing the field of unmanned underwater vehicles and providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers.

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

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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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.

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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.

Three Newport News Corporations Reaffirm $500,000 Commitment to Education and Workforce Development

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the BayPort Foundation, Ferguson, and Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, have announced a community partnership to fund a three-year, $500,000 transformational grant called Accelerating Change Together (ACT). The grant will run from 2024 to 2026 and aims to invest in the Hampton Roads nonprofit community to build upon education and develop a skilled workforce that benefits the nation.

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  • The grant will run from 2024 to 2026 and aims to invest in the Hampton Roads nonprofit community to build upon education and develop a skilled workforce that benefits the nation.
  • "We proudly support various STEM education initiatives at elementary, middle, and high schools, and college programs that support our workforce development needs.
  • Virginia Natural Gas has joined BayPort, Ferguson, and Newport News Shipbuilding in the 2024 funding launch and its education and workforce development mission.
  • The ACT Grant Contributions Committee will host a breakfast panel discussion on May 22 at the Mariners' Museum and Park in Newport News.

HII Hosts Naval Leaders at Ingalls Shipbuilding

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced that Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Christopher Mahoney joined U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss, for a visit to the company’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division today.

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  • PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced that Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti and Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Christopher Mahoney joined U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss, for a visit to the company’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division today.
  • “We were honored to host Adm. Franchetti, Gen. Mahoney and Sen. Wicker and showcase the hard work being accomplished by our dedicated shipbuilders every day,” Ingalls Shipbuilding President Kari Wilkinson said.
  • Adm. Franchetti, who was sworn in as the nation’s 33rd chief of naval operations in November 2023, also met with crewmembers of ships currently at Ingalls.
  • This visit marked CNO’s first trip to Ingalls Shipbuilding as chief of naval operations and was part of a series of visits to Gulf Coast shipyards.

HII Completes Acceptance Trials on Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29)

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division announced today the successful completion of acceptance trials in the Gulf of Mexico for amphibious transport dock Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29), the final Flight I transition ship before Ingalls moves into serial production of the LPD Flight II line.

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  • PASCAGOULA, Miss., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division announced today the successful completion of acceptance trials in the Gulf of Mexico for amphibious transport dock Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29), the final Flight I transition ship before Ingalls moves into serial production of the LPD Flight II line.
  • The team will now complete final finish work on the San Antonio-class ship in preparation for delivery to the U.S. Navy in weeks ahead.
  • “Congratulations to our shipbuilders on accomplishing this milestone and getting the ship ready for delivery,” Ingalls Shipbuilding Ship Program Manager Davianne Stokes said.
  • These capabilities allow the U.S. Navy to protect America's security abroad and promote regional stability and preserve future peace.

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

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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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.

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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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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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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.

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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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Friday, February 23, 2024
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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.

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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.