HII hosts UK House of Commons Defence Committee Members at Newport News Shipbuilding
June 5, 2025 | Thursday | News
Defence Committee members met with company leadership and saw facilities that support the construction of Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarines
HII hosted members of the United Kingdom House of Commons Defence Committee at its Newport News Shipbuilding division last week.
The visit was held in support of the trilateral Australia, United Kingdom and United States (AUKUS) partnership. HII continues its commitment to supporting AUKUS, which set in motion tasking across all three countries to determine the optimal pathway to provide Australia with conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines and a broader partnership on advanced capabilities.
“The Committee were delighted to visit the HII yard and see the skill and endeavour on display,” said Tan Dhesi, chairman of the House of Commons Defence Committee. “The AUKUS agreement is a vital tool for the strategic advantage of all three countries and the Committee is pleased to support it with our recently launched inquiry, ensuring it achieves its maximum potential.”
Defence Committee members met with company leadership and saw facilities that support the construction of Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarines. Additionally, they participated in a tour of the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School that focused on HII’s workforce development expertise.
