10 l 9 l 2017
A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding
Time Clock Replacement Project Begins Shipbuilders will soon have access to newer, more modern time clocks. Newport News Shipbuilding began a phased replacement of hourly time clocks last week. The old clocks – some of which have been in use for nearly 20 years – are now technologically obsolete, according to Ashley Weymouth-German (O79), who is helping to lead the replacement project. "With NNS' focus on modernization, the company has made a concerted effort to bring newer technologies into the yard to better streamline operations and improve the overall user experience. The newer clocks do just that," he said. CONTINUED ON PG 2
USS Washington (SSN 787) Officially Joins the Navy's Fleet The Navy commissioned USS Washington (SSN 787) during a ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk on Saturday, Oct. 7. In her remarks, Newport News Shipbuilding President Jennifer Boykin said Washington was delivered in May as the most complete and mission-ready ship of its class to date. "This submarine – like her sister ships of the class – represents the very best of American manufacturing, innovation and pride," she said. "These traits apply to every aspect of the Virginia-class shipbuilding program, including its acquisition process, which has enabled a steady drumbeat of production." Named in honor of the nation's 42nd state, Washington is the 14th Virginia-class submarine to join the Navy's operational fleet. Two VCS ships are built each year. CONTINUED ON PG 2