2025 Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule & No Drive Times
Ingalls shipbuilders will adhere to the following work schedule for the week of Nov. 24–28, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Ingalls shipbuilders complete Acceptance Trials for Destroyer Ted Stevens (DDG 128)
Ingalls shipbuilders successfully completed the final round of sea trials for Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer Ted Stevens (DDG 128). The Ingalls Test and Trials team spent several days in port and at sea conducting a comprehensive series of acceptance test and evaluations, overseen by the Navy’s Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV). These trials confirmed that the ship successfully demonstrated required mission capabilities, preparing it for delivery to the U.S. Navy in the coming weeks.
IngallsConnect News | November 19, 2025
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Get Your Game Day Gear | Anchor Apparel
Sport your favorite team's colors at work or the big game with Ingalls-branded merch. Plus, don't miss next week's ad for festive holiday items perfect for gifting.
Ingalls in the Community | Shipbuilders Support Backpack Buddies
In a season meant for giving, Moss Point Backpack Buddies and Ingalls shipbuilders are meeting the growing need for food security.
Sound the Alarm | Shipbuilders help with smoke detector installation
Partnering with the American Red Cross, shipbuilders volunteered their time installing free smoke alarms for Moss Point residents.
Warfighters in Action | LPD 17 delivers aid after Hurricane Melissa
USS San Antonio (LPD 17), the lead ship of its class, sailed off the coast of Jamaica on Nov. 8, 2025, to deliver lifesaving aid following the devastation of Hurricane Melissa.
Zero Damages | Protecting the cables that power the fight
Every ship system, from propulsion to radar to weapons, depends on coaxial and fiber optic cables to carry critical signals. When these cables are damaged, it leads to rework, adding time, cost and frustration to the job.
For the Warfighter | Sending holiday joy to servicemembers
Shipbuilders are helping spread joy this holiday to active-duty troops, volunteering their time to assemble 1,000 care packages. The event was held in partnership with the United Service Organizations (USO) to show support for those serving over the holiday season.
For the Warfighter | Veterans Day Panel
In honor of Veterans Day, shipbuilders found powerful ways to appreciate the courage, sacrifice and service of those who’ve given so much to protect our nation.
Shipbuilder Engagement | Contracts & Pricing’s Fall Carnival
All-hands meetings are about sharing important information, recognizing achievements and aligning on company goals and priorities. Shipbuilders in Contracts & Pricing (C&P) put their own spin on the traditional touchpoint by hosting a fall carnival.
Thank You, Shipbuilders | HII gifts hats to all employees
As our defense customers celebrate 250 years of serving the nation, and as a thank you for the critical work you do in supporting them, HII is distributing hats featuring the American flag to all employees.
IngallsConnect News | November 11, 2025
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Inside Ingalls | From Shipyard to Sea
No matter the role, the work of an Ingalls shipbuilder is both complex and inspiring. In the latest episode of the Inside Ingalls podcast, we sit down with veteran Fatina Brave, director, Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development, to talk about the shared sense of mission that connects servicemembers and shipbuilders.
Thank You Veterans For Your Service
In honor of Veterans Day, Ingalls proudly recognizes the many military veterans who have continued their service to the nation by building the tools our military relies on. Your courage, commitment and sense of duty inspire us and serve as a reminder that every ship we build is more than steel. It is protection, purpose, and a promise to support our servicemembers.
Zero Damages | Every Piece Matters
Every tool, machine and piece of material in our shipyard is a critical part of building the U.S. Navy’s strongest warships. Protecting them isn’t just about preventing loss, it’s about protecting the mission and the warfighter who depends on our work.
Weather Update | November 10, 2025
Stay Safe During Freezing Weather
For the Warfighter | Todd Young, Shipfitter Foreman
“I can tell you I’ve never been so scared in my life, but I’m forever grateful for the DDG that saved me.”
IngallsConnect News | November 5, 2025
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Ingalls in the Community | One Day, Many Ways to Give Back
On Saturday, October 25, shipbuilders across the Gulf Coast put their best foot forward, supporting three impactful community events in one day of giving back.
Long Service Milestones | September & October
Congratulations to every shipbuilder who reached long service milestones during the months of September and October 2025. Your hard work and commitment throughout your years of service have been instrumental in shaping the success of our shipyard.
Gear up for game day with Anchor Apparel
Sport your favorite team's colors at work or the big game with Ingalls-branded merch from Anchor Apparel!
Culture Connectors | Adapting with Impact
How you respond to change in the workplace can play a huge role in your career. Jenni Jones, Chief of Staff, Hull, used her experience with change and turned it into a teachable moment at the latest professional development series, “Adapting with Impact: Strategies for Navigating Change.”
Warfighters in Action | Ingalls-built destroyers pier side in Spain
Two Ingalls-built destroyers completed a sea-and-anchor evolution in Rota, Spain, on Oct. 27, 2025. USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), front left, is shown preparing to moor next to USS Bulkeley (DDG 84).