HII hosted U.S. Marine Corps leaders to showcase shipbuilding efforts for critical amphibious warships.
Quiver AI Summary
HII hosted U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Bradford Gering and other Marine officers at its Ingalls Shipbuilding division, where they toured the shipyard and observed the construction of two amphibious warships, Bougainville (LHA 8) and Harrisburg (LPD 30). Ingalls Shipbuilding president Brian Blanchette emphasized the importance of the shipbuilders' work in delivering amphibious ships that support crucial Navy and Marine Corps missions. Gen. Gering acknowledged the vital role of these ships in various operations, including peacekeeping and humanitarian assistance. Currently, Ingalls has multiple amphibious vessels under construction, including additional LHAs and LPDs, and has recently secured contracts for more amphibious transport dock ships and an assault ship. HII is recognized as the largest U.S. shipbuilder, dedicated to national security and defense capabilities.
Potential Positives
- HII hosted key U.S. Marine Corps leadership, strengthening relationship and collaboration with military partners.
- The visit showcased ongoing construction of critical amphibious warships, reinforcing HII's role in national defense and military readiness.
- Highlighting two significant contracts for additional amphibious ships demonstrates HII's growth and sustained demand for its capabilities.
Potential Negatives
- None
FAQ
What recent event did HII host for the U.S. Marine Corps?
HII hosted U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Bradford Gering and other officers at its Ingalls Shipbuilding division for a tour.
Which amphibious warships are under construction at Ingalls Shipbuilding?
Ingalls is currently constructing Bougainville (LHA 8), Fallujah (LHA 9), and several Flight II LPDs including Harrisburg (LPD 30).
What did Ingalls Shipbuilding's president say about the event?
Brian Blanchette stated the importance of showcasing the skill and dedication of Ingalls shipbuilders in delivering amphibious ships.
How do amphibious warships support military operations?
A amphibious warships enable a range of missions from peacekeeping and deterrence to combat operations and humanitarian assistance.
What is HII's role in U.S. national security?
HII is America’s largest shipbuilder, delivering powerful ships and integrating defense capabilities for U.S. and allied forces.
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Full Release
PASCAGOULA, Miss., Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Bradford Gering, assistant commandant, and fellow U.S. Marine Corps officers at the company’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division Thursday. The Marines met with Ingalls leadership and toured the shipyard, including stops at two of the five amphibious warships currently under construction, Bougainville (LHA 8) and Harrisburg (LPD 30).
"We are honored to host Marine Corps leadership and showcase the critical role our Ingalls shipbuilders play in delivering the amphibious ships that support Navy and Marine Corps missions worldwide,” said Brian Blanchette, Ingalls Shipbuilding president. “The amphibious ship program remains a top priority for our team, and we value the opportunity to demonstrate the skill and dedication our shipbuilders bring to every ship we build.”
Ingalls has a long-standing history of building amphibious warships, and the collaboration between Ingalls Shipbuilding, the U.S. Navy and the Marine Corps was on full display during the visit.
Commenting on the tour, Gering highlighted the importance of amphibious warships.
Photos accompanying this release are available at: http://hii.com/news/hii-hosts-u-s-marine-corps-leaders-at-ingalls-shipbuilding/ .
“The Navy and Marine Corps team relies on these ships for a broad range of missions from peacekeeping and deterrence to combat operations and humanitarian assistance,” Gering said. “Programs like the LHA and LPD are vital to enabling Marine Corps readiness and ensuring our ability to respond quickly to emerging challenges.”
Ingalls currently has two LHAs under construction including Bougainville (LHA 8) and Fallujah (LHA 9) and three Flight II LPDs under construction including Harrisburg (LPD 30), Pittsburgh (LPD 31) and Philadelphia (LPD 32). Additionally, in September 2024, the Navy awarded Ingalls a contract for the construction of three San Antonio -class amphibious transport dock ships (LPD 33, LPD 34 and LPD 35) and a contract modification for the fifth America -class amphibious assault ship, Helmand Province (LHA 10).
About HII
HII is America’s largest shipbuilder, delivering the world’s most powerful ships and all-domain mission technologies, including unmanned systems, to U.S. and allied defense customers. HII is the largest producer of unmanned underwater vehicles for the U.S. Navy and the world.
With a more than 140-year history of advancing U.S. national security, HII builds and integrates defense capabilities extending from the core fleet to C6ISR, AI/ML, EW and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:
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