U.S. Navy receives future USS Massachusetts, strengthening Virginia-class submarine fleet edge
The U.S. Navy accepted delivery of the future USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) on 21 November from HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia.
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HII expects big agreement for 15 U.S. Navy submarines to be finalised by end of year despite delays
A multi-year agreement to procure 15 nuclear submarines for the U.S. Navy could be finalised by the end of 2025, according to shipbuilder HII, despite earlier delays linked to rising labour and material costs.
U.S. Navy christens Virginia-class submarine USS Utah at General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard
On 25 October, at the General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard in Groton, Connecticut, the US Navy christened the Virginia-class attack submarine USS Utah (SSN 801).
HII completes first sea trials of Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts for U.S. Navy delivery
HII has announced the successful completion of initial sea trials for the Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798), conducted by its Newport News Shipbuilding division.
General Dynamics Electric Boat wins $642 million contract for Virginia-class submarine support
General Dynamics Electric Boat has announced a $642 million cost-plus-fixed-fee contract modification for Lead Yard Support and Development Studies and Design efforts linked to Virginia-class submarines.
Australia commits $12 billion to Henderson Precinct to support AUKUS nuclear submarine plan
Australia has announced it will spend A$12 billion (US$8 billion) to establish a Defence Precinct at Henderson in Western Australia to support the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal.
Virginia-class submarine USS New Hampshire enters depot modernisation at Norfolk Naval Shipyard
The Virginia-class attack submarine USS New Hampshire (SSN 778) arrived at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) on 3 September to begin a Depot Modernisation Period (DMP).
General Dynamics Electric Boat secures $1.85 billion contract for Virginia-class submarine
General Dynamics Electric Boat, a division of the American defence giant General Dynamics, has been awarded a $1.85 billion contract modification to support the production of submarines.
HII launches new Virginia-class submarine for U.S. Navy
HII has launched the Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800) into the James River from its Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division.
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DLA Maritime Mechanicsburg awards $5 billion contract to boost Virginia-class submarine support
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime Mechanicsburg has awarded a $5 billion contract to six small businesses to expedite support for Virginia-class submarines and active surface ships.
AUKUS Forum: Australia to build Virginia-class submarines
The Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine stands as one of the most advanced and capable undersea platforms in the world.
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General Dynamics Electric Boat awarded USD 12.4 billion contract for Virginia-Class submarines
General Dynamics Electric Boat has announced it has received USD 12.4 billion in contract modifications for the construction of two Virginia-class submarines for fiscal year 2024.