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Shipbuilding isn’t for the weak. The mighty aircraft carrier is a modern marvel on the open seas, but it wouldn’t exist without the hard work of our shipbuilders. This National US Navy Aircraft Carrier Month, we’d like to take a moment to shine a light on the shipbuilders who work behind the scenes to bring our carriers to life. Check out this photo of shipbuilders at Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII, completing the pour for the first Doris Miller (#CVN81) casting in the shipyard’s Foundry in 2021.

We’re honored that Newport News Shipbuilding has been recognized with the 2024 Governor’s Volunteerism & Community Service Award by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Our shipbuilders understand the importance of giving back to the communities where we work and live. Read more about this honor here: https://lnkd.in/eSdg2yGK

HII’s #IngallsShipbuilding authenticated the keel today of Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer Sam Nunn (DDG 133). The ship’s name honors Samuel Augustus Nunn Jr., a former U.S. senator from Georgia and co-founder of the Nuclear Threat Initiative. Nunn was in attendance for the ceremony and was joined by his daughter and ship sponsor, Michelle Nunn. Congratulations, shipbuilders! Read the full release here: https://lnkd.in/gcWeJHd9

We are proud to honor and welcome Senator Sam Nunn, the namesake of Flight III Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, DDG 133, to the ship’s keel authentication ceremony this morning. This milestone marks the first significant step in the ship’s construction. The future USS Sam Nunn (DDG 133) stands as a tribute to the legacy of one of the most influential figures in U.S. national security. His leadership was pivotal in shaping U.S. defense policy and his groundbreaking work in nuclear disarmament helped reduce the global threat of weapons of mass destruction. The ship also honors the continuing impact of the Nunn family, with the senator’s daughter Michelle Nunn serving as the ship sponsor. Her appointment as sponsor ties her family’s legacy of service to the future of the U.S. Navy, inspiring a new generation of defenders committed to protecting our world. Read more about Senator Nunn and his daughter here: https://lnkd.in/dXD4KndB

We're with the winning team! ?? The crew of USS Gerald R. Ford (#CVN78), built by Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII, was presented the 2024 Battenberg Cup during a ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Va., on September 30. #CVN78 was named the best all-around ship in the Atlantic Fleet after exhibiting superior battle efficiency throughout the 2023 calendar year, meeting the demanding requirements of a carrier strike group deployment to the U.S. Fifth and Sixth Fleet areas of operations. Since 1977, the Battenberg Cup award has been presented annually to a ship or submarine selected by the commander of the U.S. Fleet Forces Command based on crew achievements. On behalf of our shipbuilders who put in countless hours constructing this mighty carrier, we send congratulations to the Ford crew for their outstanding performance! ??: U.S. Fleet Forces Command

We build Virginia-class submarines. Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII, is building the US Navy's most advanced attack submarines in the world. With increased firepower, maneuverability and stealth, Virginia-class submarines are capable of submerged speeds of more than 25 knots. Want to help build these submarines? Visit HII.com/careers and apply today. #BuildIt

HII proudly honors five outstanding employees recognized at the SASE - Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers National Convention in Boston this October. These leaders exemplify innovation, dedication, and impact in advancing HII’s mission and fostering a thriving API community in STEM. Awards Highlights: Career Achievement Award: Saira Brenner, Nandakumar Ramanujam, Yakong Wong ERG Leadership Award: Emmylou Mosely Promising Professional Award: Tri Nguyen Chris Kastner, HII’s CEO, remarked, “We are proud of Saira, Nanda, Yakong, Emmylou, and Tri for their outstanding achievements and for exemplifying HII’s values. These awards underscore HII’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees from diverse backgrounds can thrive and contribute to cutting-edge innovations while supporting the development of future professionals.” HII celebrates diversity as a cornerstone of success. Congratulations to our honorees for making a difference! Read more in HII's newsroom: https://lnkd.in/eUEUrmmv #SASECONNECT24 #TeamHII

HII’s #IngallsShipbuilding division welcomed Gen. Eric Smith, the 39th commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps, for an official visit to the shipyard on Wednesday. During his visit, Smith met with Ingalls leadership and toured the shipyard, including two amphibious warships currently under construction, Bougainville (LHA 8) and Harrisburg (LPD 30). Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e6dHe8XK

HII is committed to building and supporting the education and training of a future nuclear workforce through apprenticeships within the Mission Technologies’ Global Security group nuclear and environmental services portfolio at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS). We are excited to see young professionals like Yaraxy Martinez, a SRNS Mechanical Engineering Apprentice, learn and grow.

Newport News shipbuilders successfully moved the mid-body hull section of US Navy Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier Enterprise (#CVN80) within the dry dock for the first time. Take a look at this time-lapse video showing the evolution, and then read about why this move is historic and will set up the shipyard to begin building two aircraft carriers in the dry dock at the same time: https://lnkd.in/eWkYTywp