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Transformative Plan Unveiled to Save America's Flagship, The SS United States

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SS United States, America's Flagship, could return home to New York as a transformative economic development project unveiled today by the SS United States Conservancy, the owner of the famed vessel.

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  • Redevelopment Would Generate Thousands of Jobs, Acres of Open Green Space, and Significant Economic Benefits
    NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SS United States, America's Flagship, could return home to New York as a transformative economic development project unveiled today by the SS United States Conservancy , the owner of the famed vessel.
  • During her storied service career, the SS United States smashed the transatlantic speed record in 1952 using only two-thirds of her power, a record that has never been broken.
  • The release of a redevelopment plan comes at a time when the SS United States is in peril.
  • "The SS United States symbolizes the nation's ambition and innovation.

Leidos Taps Retired Vice Admiral David Lewis to Lead Maritime Portfolio

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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RESTON, Va., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE 500 science and technology leader, today announced the appointment of Vice Admiral David Lewis, U.S. Navy (Ret) as Senior Vice President, Maritime.

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  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE 500 science and technology leader, today announced the appointment of Vice Admiral David Lewis, U.S. Navy (Ret) as Senior Vice President, Maritime.
  • Lewis will be responsible for enhancing the company's maritime capabilities and advancing strategic initiatives that drive organic growth across Leidos' maritime divisions.
  • "Admiral Lewis brings a wealth of military and technology expertise following a distinguished career in the Navy," said Gerry Fasano, Leidos Defense Group President.
  • "His experience is a tremendous asset and will enable Leidos to deliver formidable operational advantages for the fleet."

Leidos completes acquisition of Gibbs & Cox

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Friday, May 7, 2021
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b'RESTON, Va., May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LDOS) ("Leidos"), a FORTUNE500 science and technology leader, today announced the completed acquisition of Gibbs & Cox, Inc. ("Gibbs & Cox") for approximately $380 million in cash.

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  • b'RESTON, Va., May 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: LDOS) ("Leidos"), a FORTUNE500 science and technology leader, today announced the completed acquisition of Gibbs & Cox, Inc. ("Gibbs & Cox") for approximately $380 million in cash.
  • Gibbs & Cox will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary and will be combined with Leidos\' maritime systems division.\nHeadquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Gibbs & Cox is the largest independent ship design firm focused on naval architecture and marine engineering.
  • The acquisition positions Leidos to provide a broad set of engineering solutions to the US Navy and to an expanding set of foreign Navies.\n"We are delighted to welcome the Gibbs & Cox team to the Leidos family," said Leidos Chairman and CEO Roger Krone.
  • We look forward to mapping a new Gibbs & Cox with Leidos for the next 90 years.

Leidos Completes Acquisition of Gibbs & Cox

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Friday, May 7, 2021
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7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:LDOS) ("Leidos"), a FORTUNE500 science and technology leader, today announced the completed acquisition of Gibbs & Cox, Inc. ("Gibbs & Cox") for approximately $380 million in cash.

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  • 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:LDOS) ("Leidos"), a FORTUNE500 science and technology leader, today announced the completed acquisition of Gibbs & Cox, Inc. ("Gibbs & Cox") for approximately $380 million in cash.
  • Gibbs & Cox will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary and will be combined with Leidos\' maritime systems division.\nHeadquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Gibbs & Cox is the largest independent ship design firm focused on naval architecture and marine engineering.
  • The acquisition positions Leidos to provide a broad set of engineering solutions to the US Navy and to an expanding set of foreign Navies.\n"We are delighted to welcome the Gibbs & Cox team to the Leidos family," said Leidos Chairman and CEO Roger Krone.
  • We look forward to mapping a new Gibbs & Cox with Leidos for the next 90 years.

Gibbs & Cox Selected for Fleet Modernization and Logistics IDIQ

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Friday, August 14, 2020
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Army and Navy's assault craft, submarines, and surface ships.

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  • Army and Navy's assault craft, submarines, and surface ships.
  • We look forward to continuing our longstanding relationship with The NSWC Philadelphia Division of preforming testing, and refurbishment for in-service assets, as well as fleet support.
  • Gibbs & Cox is committed to delivering the highest quality design and engineering products and services to each and every customer, every single time.
  • Our Philadelphia Navy Yard office emphasizes client relationships by making ourselves available for onsite support and delivering quality results.

Gibbs & Cox Appoints Matthew Garner as Assistant Vice President, Ship Design

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Monday, May 13, 2019
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ARLINGTON, Va., May 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Gibbs & Cox, Inc., a global leader in naval architecture and marine engineering, today announced the appointment of Mr. Matthew Garner as Assistant Vice President, Ship Design.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., May 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Gibbs & Cox, Inc., a global leader in naval architecture and marine engineering, today announced the appointment of Mr. Matthew Garner as Assistant Vice President, Ship Design.
  • Mr. Garner joins Gibbs & Cox following a distinguished civil service career in the Naval Sea Systems (NAVSEA) Command's Engineering Directorate.
  • "Matt brings to Gibbs & Cox an unprecedented breadth of engineering prowess across the US Navy's submarine and surface combatant portfolios.
  • Gibbs & Cox is a global leader in maritime engineering and design, with nearly 7,000 vessels designed to our standards since 1929.