HII Delivers Virginia-Class Submarine Montana (SSN 794) to U.S. Navy
On March 14, 2022, HII delivered the newest Virginia-class submarine, Montana (SSN 794), to the U.S. Navy. Following successful sea trials, Montana becomes the 10th submarine in this class produced by HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division. This advancement culminates from a partnership with General Dynamics’ Electric Boat, emphasizing safety and quality in construction. Block IV submarines, including Montana, feature design changes aimed at reducing ownership costs and increasing operational efficiency, allowing for longer deployment periods.
- Successful delivery of the Montana submarine to the U.S. Navy.
- 10th Virginia-class submarine delivered, showcasing HII's capability.
- Partnership with General Dynamics strengthens market position.
- Block IV submarines designed for reduced total ownership costs and increased efficiency.
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII, America’s 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.
Montana (SSN 794), which successfully completed sea trials last month, is the 10th Virginia-class submarine to be delivered by HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division and the 21st built as part of the teaming agreement with General Dynamics’ Electric Boat.
“We continue to be proud of our partnership with the U.S. Navy in delivering the most advanced ships in the world to our warfighters,” said Jason Ward, Newport News Shipbuilding vice president of Virginia-class submarine construction. “The results of the Navy’s 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.”
More than 10,000 shipbuilders from Newport News Shipbuilding and Electric Boat have participated in Montana’s construction since the work began in May 2015. The submarine was christened by the ship’s sponsor, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell, during a ceremony in September 2020.
Montana is the third of the 10-ship group of Virginia-class submarines known as Block IV. Block IV submarines incorporate design changes focused on reduced total ownership cost. By making smaller-scale design changes, the Navy will increase the length of time between maintenance stops and increase the number of deployments.
A photo accompanying this news release is available at: https://newsroom.huntingtoningalls.com/file/montana-sea-trials-3.
HII is a global engineering and defense technologies provider. With a 135-year history of trusted partnerships in advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities ranging from the most powerful and survivable naval ships ever built, to unmanned systems, ISR and AI/ML analytics. HII leads the industry in mission-driven solutions that support and enable a networked, all-domain force. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s skilled workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:
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