- HII (HII, Financial) secures contract modification to build two additional Block V Virginia-class submarines.
- Partnership with General Dynamics Electric Boat strengthens naval defense capabilities.
- Newport News Shipbuilding and GDEB have delivered 24 Virginia-class submarines so far.
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) announced that its Newport News Shipbuilding division, in collaboration with General Dynamics Electric Boat, has been awarded a contract modification to construct two additional Block V Virginia-class submarines. These vessels will be the 11th and 12th fast-attack submarines in the Block V series, further contributing to the U.S. Navy's strategic capabilities.
Jason Ward, Vice President of Submarine Construction at Newport News Shipbuilding, emphasized the strategic importance of these submarines, highlighting the shipbuilders' dedication to delivering these critical national security assets. The partnership between Newport News Shipbuilding and General Dynamics Electric Boat has a proven track record, having delivered 24 Virginia-class submarines to date.
While the exact value of the contract modification remains undisclosed, this development underscores the long-term revenue visibility for HII in the naval defense sector. The construction will take place at HII's Newport News Shipbuilding division, leveraging the robust collaboration with General Dynamics Electric Boat to enhance the U.S. Navy's fleet.
HII continues its mission to deliver powerful ships and defense solutions, with a workforce of 44,000 and a 135-year legacy of advancing U.S. national security. For more information, visit HII's website at HII.com.