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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 Marks Milestone in Virginia-Class Submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) Construction

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Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Aug. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- All-domain defense and technologies partner HII (NYSE: HII) shared today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has achieved a significant milestone in construction of Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Aug. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- All-domain defense and technologies partner HII (NYSE: HII) shared today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has achieved a significant milestone in construction of Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798).
  • This is the last major construction milestone before the submarine is launched.
  • Our highly skilled shipbuilders are driven to serve the nation by delivering great submarines that help ensure Americas undersea superiority, said Jason Ward, Newport News Shipbuilding vice president of Virginia-class submarine construction.
  • Reaching this point in construction demonstrates our commitment to getting Massachusetts ready as soon as possible to become part of the U.S. Navy fleet.

Ultra Safe Nuclear Adds Roland Backhaus as VP of Strategic Engagements

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation announces the hiring of Roland Backhaus as vice president of strategic engagements.

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  • Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation announces the hiring of Roland Backhaus as vice president of strategic engagements.
  • Rolands efforts to expand the companys strategic partners will position Ultra Safe Nuclear to adeptly deploy, service, and support its Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) and Fully Ceramic Micro-capsulated (FCM) fuel initiatives across the globe.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220504005352/en/
    Roland Backhaus joins Ultra Safe Nuclear as Vice President of Strategic Engagements (Photo: Business Wire)
    Roland has more than 20 years of experience in the nuclear industry, first as a nuclear submarine officer in the U.S. Navy and more recently as a nuclear energy attorney with several multinational law firms.
  • The continued expansion of the Ultra Safe Nuclear leadership team with industry veterans like Roland brings new areas of expertise and valuable perspectives to the company, said Francesco Venneri, CEO of Ultra Safe Nuclear.

HII Delivers Virginia-Class Submarine Montana (SSN 794) to U.S. Navy

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Monday, March 14, 2022
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII, Americas largest shipbuilder and leading provider of mission-driven defense technologies, on Friday delivered the newest Virginia-class fast-attack submarine to the U.S. Navy.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII, Americas largest shipbuilder and leading provider of mission-driven defense technologies, on Friday delivered the newest Virginia-class fast-attack submarine to the U.S. Navy.
  • The results of the Navys board of inspection and survey during sea trials are a testament to our priorities of safety and quality.
  • We are proud of our team of shipbuilders for delivering these critical capabilities to the Navy and the nation.
  • The submarine was christened by the ships sponsor, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell, during a ceremony in September 2020.

HII Completes Initial Sea Trials of Virginia-class Submarine Montana (SSN 794)

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Monday, February 7, 2022
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE:HII) announced today the successful completion of the initial sea trials last week of fast attack submarine Montana (SSN 794).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE:HII) announced today the successful completion of the initial sea trials last week of fast attack submarine Montana (SSN 794).
  • The Virginia-class submarine, built at HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding division, spent several days at sea last week to test the ship's systems and components.
  • Testing included submerging the submarine for the first time and high-speed maneuvers while on the surface and submerged.
  • HII teams will continue the testing program and will deliver the boat to the U.S. Navy later this year.