Thank you, participants & volunteers! | Ingalls 5K on the Causeway
Thank you to everyone who played a role in making the Ingalls 5K on the Causeway a huge success. This annual event raised over $60,000 that will support athletes in Special Olympics Mississippi!
Moving Careers Forward | Ingalls Career Counseling Sessions
IngallsConnect News | April 15, 2026
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Graduation Photos | Submit Class of 2026 graduate pics by May 8
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Get Ready for Annual Enrollment | April 20 – May 1
Now is a great time to review and learn all your HII benefits options. The Virtual Benefits fair is open now to May 29 with special live presentations on April 22 and 28. Learn about the latest benefits changes and see what available resources that you and your dependents may not be using. Get ready for Annual Enrollment, April 20 to May 1.
Merit Badge Day at Ingalls
Ingalls Shipbuilding is hosting its third annual Merit Badge Day on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Scouts will have the chance to earn two badges while learning about teamwork, integrity and the shipbuilding careers that keep our mission moving forward.
Milestone | LPD 31 Completes A/C Plant Installation
Keeping a warship mission ready means maintaining a stable environment inside the ship. As systems installation continues aboard Pittsburgh (LPD 31), the team has successfully installed the ship’s final A/C plant, marking a key milestone in the ship’s progress.
SHIP MILESTONE | DDG 131 Translation + Launch
Way to go, shipbuilders! The launch of George M. Neal (DDG 131) reflects the talent and craftsmanship each of you bring to the job every single day.
Anchors of Excellence | Shelly Laughlin, Manager, Contracts Administration
Congratulations to Shelly Laughlin, manager, Contracts Administration, on being presented One Coast’s Top 10 Under 40 award.
Warfighters in Action | LPD 26 Welcomes Artemis II crew home
From Pascagoula to the Moon and back, Ingalls shipbuilders once again proved that what’s built on the Mississippi Gulf Coast can carry a mission far beyond it.
Spring Into Action | Shipbuilder Volunteer Opportunities
Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to get involved, give back, and support causes that matter to our shipbuilders and our community. Whether you’re able to spend time volunteering on a Friday, walk with us on a Saturday, or contribute through a donation, there are several ways to make an impact this season.
Ingalls Hosts PAE Maritime Christopher Miller
Ingalls Shipbuilding hosted Christopher Miller, the U.S. Navy’s portfolio acquisition executive for maritime (PAE Maritime), at the shipyard Wednesday. During the visit, Miller met with company leadership and received updates on current ship programs, facility investments and Ingalls’ expanding production capacity to support the Navy’s current and future fleet requirements.
IngallsConnect News | April 9, 2026
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Speak Up | A video message from Ingalls President Brian Blanchette
Shipbuilders,
Team Highlight | Planning Yard supports full life of ships
For over 45 years, Ingalls has supported Navy ships long after they join the fleet. This work helps make sure ships stay ready, strong, and able to fight when needed.
2026 Special Olympics Ambassador | Angelia Williams
This year’s Ingalls 5K Special Olympics Ambassador is 56‑year‑old Angelia Williams, sister of paint foreman Alicia Barren. Angelia was born with Down Syndrome, but her life has been defined far more by courage and joy than her diagnosis.
Shipbuilder Spotlight | Roderick Little
Surrounded by family who have worn the uniform and family who have built the ships that protect them, Roderick found his place in a craft that ties all those pieces together. He’s built a path defined by pride, purpose and caring for the people he works with every day. During this conversation, Roderick shares what led him to the shipyard and why the mission means so much to him.
Former Sen. Sam Nunn Visits Ingalls FOR Update on His Namesake Destroyer
Ingalls recently welcomed former U.S. Sen. Sam Nunn, his wife, Colleen Nunn, and their daughter and ship sponsor Michelle Nunn, for a visit to the shipyard. The visit included a construction update and tour of the future USS Sam Nunn (DDG 133), a Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer named in honor of the senator, and marked their return to Ingalls following the ship’s keel authentication ceremony.
Winning the Right Way | Our Values in Action
Shipbuilding is work that demands more than skill, it demands character. Every weld, every system installed, every decision made along the way contributes to something far bigger than any single job or individual. The ships we build support our nation, protect those who serve, and represent the craftsmanship and commitment of the people who built them. That responsibility leaves no room for shortcuts. It requires that we win the right way.
Ingalls Shipbuilding Launches Guided Missile Destroyer George M. Neal (DDG 131)
Ingalls Shipbuilding successfully launched future USS George M. Neal (DDG 131) today, marking a major construction milestone for the fourth Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer to be built at the shipyard.
IngallsConnect News | March 31, 2026
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Shipbuilders Make Progress on Bougainville (LHA 8)
As the sun rises behind Bougainville (LHA 8), the craftsmanship and determination of our shipbuilders move front and center. With essential systems coming online and work advancing throughout the ship, teams across the yard are gearing up for the next critical phase in construction that will bring this vessel closer to sea trials and delivery. Every craft, every shift, and every supporting team is moving this amphibious warship closer toward the fleet.
Culture Connectors | March Shipbuilder Resource Showcase
The first Shipbuilder Resource Showcase of the year saw a strong turnout as shipbuilders explored the many programs and people ready to support them at Ingalls. From benefits to support services like HERO and Ethics, shipbuilders connected with experts from across the company. As a program of Culture Connectors, the event made it easy to ask questions, build connections and find resources that can make both work and life a little smoother.
Ingalls Shipbuilding Featured on WLOX: President Brian Blanchette Highlights Workforce Pride, Production Pace, and Future Growth
Ingalls Shipbuilding was in the regional spotlight this week as President Brian Blanchette joined WLOX’s News This Week to discuss the shipyard’s growing workload, expanding production capabilities, and critical role in supporting the U.S. Navy.