HII launches Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800) at Newport News Shipbuilding.

From GlobeNewswire: 2025-07-02 10:00:00

HII launched the Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800) at Newport News Shipbuilding. The submarine was transferred to the James River for final outfitting, testing, and crew certification. The ship is sponsored by the Little Rock Nine, the first African American students to desegregate Central High School in Arkansas. Arkansas is the 27th Virginia-class submarine and the 13th delivered by NNS. Its advanced capabilities enhance firepower, maneuverability, and stealth, critical for national security. HII is a global defense provider committed to delivering powerful ships and solutions for national security.



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