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News for Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) centers on its role as a global, all-domain defense provider and the nation’s largest military shipbuilder. Coverage highlights how HII’s shipbuilding divisions and Mission Technologies business support U.S. and allied defense priorities through advanced surface combatants, nuclear-powered submarines, unmanned systems and integrated defense technologies.
Readers can follow updates on major shipbuilding milestones, such as delivery of Arleigh Burke-class destroyers like Ted Stevens (DDG 128), construction progress on Virginia-class submarines such as Oklahoma (SSN 802), and work on aircraft carriers and Zumwalt-class destroyers. News also covers new contracts and design awards, including HII’s selection to design and build the U.S. Navy’s future small surface combatant based on the Legend-class national security cutter.
The HII news flow also reflects the company’s growing unmanned and autonomy portfolio. Articles detail developments in the REMUS family of unmanned underwater vehicles, ROMULUS unmanned surface vessels powered by the Odyssey Autonomous Control System, and demonstrations of automated launch and recovery systems such as Sea Launcher. Expansion of unmanned operations in Europe, including the enlarged Portchester, U.K. facility, and participation in international frameworks like AUKUS also feature prominently.
Investors and defense observers can track mission technologies and missile defense work, including HII’s Mission Technologies division being awarded a position on the Missile Defense Agency’s SHIELD contract vehicle, opening opportunities in directed energy, command and control integration, cyber, microelectronics and live/virtual/constructive training. Regular visits from senior U.S. and allied defense leaders to HII’s shipyards, along with updates on workforce initiatives, industrial base investments and distributed shipbuilding, provide additional context on how HII supports long-term naval and security objectives. Bookmark this page for an organized view of contract awards, program milestones and strategic partnerships affecting HII.
HII (NYSE: HII) hosted members of the UK House of Commons Defence Committee at its Newport News Shipbuilding division to support the AUKUS partnership between Australia, UK, and US. The visit included facility tours showcasing Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine construction and the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.
As a founding member of the AUKUS Workforce Alliance (AWA), HII is one of only two shipyards capable of designing and building nuclear-powered submarines for the U.S. Navy. The company was awarded the Australian Submarine Supplier Qualification pilot program to accelerate Australian supplier integration into the US submarine industrial base.
HII's Newport News Shipbuilding division is welcoming a new generation of shipbuilders, with multiple high school seniors accepting employment offers. The recruitment occurred through two key programs:
- 18 students from the New Horizons Regional Education Centers (NHREC) Good Life Solution Program accepted offers for full-time trade positions or apprenticeships
- 13 students from the Youth Builders pre-apprenticeship program accepted offers to attend The Apprentice School
The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School, funded by HII, provides tuition-free apprenticeships lasting 4-8 years across 19 trades and 7 optional programs. These initiatives support HII's mission of building submarines and aircraft carriers for national security.
HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding hosted a "signing day" for 43 graduates of its Shipbuilder Academy, offering them full-time positions at the shipyard. The ceremony, coinciding with National Apprenticeship Day, saw high school seniors signing contingent employment offers for roles including welders, painters, joiners, pipefitters, and electricians.
The program, which has graduated over 450 students since 2016, partners with 13 Gulf Coast high schools and provides hands-on training, mentorship, and classroom instruction. Ingalls also supports technical programs at three local high schools: Pascagoula, Moss Point, and Alma Bryant. The initiative demonstrates HII's commitment to developing skilled professionals and maintaining a strong workforce pipeline in the shipbuilding industry.
HII and its Newport News Shipbuilding division, along with partner General Dynamics Electric Boat, have secured a contract modification for building two additional Block V Virginia-class submarines. These vessels represent the 11th and 12th fast-attack submarines under the Block V contract.
The announcement reinforces the ongoing collaboration between Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) and General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) in strengthening national security assets. To date, the partnership has successfully delivered 24 Virginia-class submarines to the fleet.
Jason Ward, NNS vice president of submarine construction, emphasized the strategic importance of these submarines and highlighted the shipbuilders' commitment to delivering these vessels to enhance naval capabilities.
HII, America's largest military shipbuilder, launches its "Build It" campaign featuring 15-second TV ads celebrating U.S.-based manufacturing and defense work. The campaign showcases real shipbuilders, engineers, and technologists highlighting the importance of American-built Navy ships, submarines, and uncrewed underwater vehicles.
Led by CEO Chris Kastner, the initiative aims to support national security while revitalizing American manufacturing. As the largest industrial employer in Virginia and Mississippi, HII is actively recruiting talent and offering comprehensive apprenticeship programs across three divisions:
- Newport News Shipbuilding (Virginia) - Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines
- Ingalls Shipbuilding (Mississippi) - Amphibious ships and destroyers
- Mission Technologies (Virginia) - Digital defense solutions and UUVs
The company offers paid training, competitive wages, and long-term career opportunities in support of strengthening the defense industrial base.
HII (NYSE: HII) has announced its latest quarterly dividend payment. The company's Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $1.35 per share for the upcoming quarter.
Key details of the dividend announcement:
- Payment Date: June 13, 2025
- Record Date: May 30, 2025
- Dividend Amount: $1.35 per share
Shareholders who are recorded as owners of HII stock by the close of business on May 30, 2025, will be eligible to receive this quarterly dividend payment.
HII, America's largest military shipbuilder, is celebrating National Apprenticeship Day on April 30, 2025, showcasing their commitment to developing skilled professionals through three major apprenticeship programs:
- Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School in Virginia - Offers 4-8 year tuition-free programs in 19 trades, with paid 40-hour work weeks and associate's degree opportunities
- Ingalls Shipbuilding Apprentice School in Mississippi - Partners with Gulf Coast Community College, offering 15 registered programs with competitive wages and benefits
- Mission Technologies' Global Security programs - Includes nuclear operator apprenticeships in New Mexico and South Carolina, plus fleet sustainment training
The initiative is part of HII's "Build It" hiring campaign launched in 2024. The company emphasizes STEM education partnerships with colleges and schools near all three divisions, demonstrating their dedication to building the next generation of defense industry professionals.
HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding has received the prestigious 2025 Governor's Initiative for Volunteer Excellence (GIVE) award in Mississippi. The company earned the corporate volunteering champion award for its exceptional employee volunteer programs and community impact.
Key volunteer initiatives include:
- Blood, organ, and bone marrow registry drives
- Charitable walks and races
- Food packing and distribution events
- Community cleanup activities
- Disaster recovery efforts
- Youth mentorship programs
Beyond traditional volunteering, Ingalls focuses on developing future skilled professionals through educational programs like Scout merit badge days and Project MFG maritime welding competitions. The company emphasizes connecting employees with meaningful community work while maintaining their shipbuilding excellence.
The award, presented by Volunteer Mississippi in partnership with the Governor's Office, recognizes Ingalls' commitment to making community service a core business value and strategy.