HII Upgrades, Expands Food Option at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has opened a new MicroMarket at its Newport News Shipbuilding division, providing 24/7 access to healthy food options for shipbuilders, sailors, and contractors. The MicroMarket, operated by Aramark, replaces a former canteen and is strategically located mid-yard for convenience. The initiative aims to ensure the wellbeing of shipbuilders and Navy partners, with a focus on providing healthy food options for personnel working on aircraft carriers undergoing refueling and complex overhaul work at NNS. The MicroMarket offers snacks, beverages, and prepared meals, supported by advanced equipment for food safety and automatic replenishment technology. The opening of the new MicroMarket is part of HII's holistic approach to addressing the Quality of Service for Sailors assigned to aircraft carriers and submarines at Newport News Shipbuilding.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII’s (NYSE: HII) Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division today marked the opening of its newest healthy food option within the shipyard.

Operated by Aramark, the shipyard’s food services contractor, the new MicroMarket offers 24/7 access to fresh, healthy options for shipbuilders, sailors and contractors working at NNS. Located mid-yard, the MicroMarket is especially convenient for those supporting aircraft carriers undergoing refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) work at NNS. It replaces a former canteen, which was renovated and converted into the 24/7 MicroMarket.

“Making sure everyone involved in our critical national security mission at Newport News Shipbuilding has access to healthy food options near their workspaces, no matter what shift they work, is of utmost importance,” explained Karey Malyszko, NNS vice president of plant operations. “We remain committed to ensuring the wellbeing of our shipbuilders and Navy partners and look forward to this new MicroMarket playing an important role in that.”

Photos accompanying this release are available at: https://hii.com/news/hii-upgrades-expands-food-option-at-newport-news-shipbuilding/ .

“We’ve taken a holistic approach to addressing Quality of Service for Sailors assigned to the aircraft carriers and submarines at Newport News Shipbuilding,” said Capt. Hannah Kriewaldt, Commanding Officer, Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair, Newport News. “This new MicroMarket brings healthy food options closer to Sailors, providing easy access as they carry out their important duties. We appreciate the partnership of NNS and Aramark to make this a reality.”

The MicroMarket, which offers snacks, beverages and prepared meals, is supported by advanced equipment to ensure the highest level of food safety and utilizes technology to automatically order replenishments before inventory depletes.

The new offering adds to the expansive food options already available at NNS, including more than a dozen canteens and cafes, five other MicroMarkets, and several service vendor partners that regularly operate within the shipyard.

About HII

HII is a global, all-domain defense provider. HII’s mission is to deliver the world’s most powerful ships and all-domain solutions in service of the nation, creating the advantage for our customers to protect peace and freedom around the world.

As the nation’s largest military shipbuilder, and with a more than 135-year history of advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities extending from ships to unmanned systems, cyber, ISR, AI/ML and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:

• HII on the web: https://www.HII.com/
• HII on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamHII
• HII on X: https://www.twitter.com/WeAreHII
• HII on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WeAreHII

Contact:
Todd Corillo
Todd.T.Corillo@hii-co.com
(757) 688-3220

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the new MicroMarket at Newport News Shipbuilding?

The purpose of the new MicroMarket is to provide 24/7 access to fresh, healthy food options for shipbuilders, sailors, and contractors, especially those supporting aircraft carriers undergoing refueling and complex overhaul work at NNS.

Who operates the new MicroMarket?

The new MicroMarket is operated by Aramark, the shipyard's food services contractor.

What kind of food options are available at the MicroMarket?

The MicroMarket offers snacks, beverages, and prepared meals, with a focus on providing healthy options.

What technology supports the food safety at the MicroMarket?

The MicroMarket is supported by advanced equipment to ensure the highest level of food safety and utilizes technology to automatically order replenishments before inventory depletes.

How does the new MicroMarket contribute to the wellbeing of shipbuilders and Navy partners?

The new MicroMarket aims to ensure the wellbeing of shipbuilders and Navy partners by providing convenient access to healthy food options near their workspaces, no matter what shift they work.

What is HII's approach to addressing the Quality of Service for Sailors at Newport News Shipbuilding?

HII has taken a holistic approach to addressing the Quality of Service for Sailors assigned to aircraft carriers and submarines at Newport News Shipbuilding, with the new MicroMarket being part of this initiative.