10 | 12 | 2015
A weekly publication of Newport News Shipbuilding
NNS Converts to Natural Gas As of Oct. 5, Newport News Shipbuilding has converted its steam-generation plant from heavy fuel oil, also known as Bunker C, to natural gas to improve safety and lower operating costs and emissions to the environment. The plant generates low-pressure steam to heat many of the shipyard’s facilities, to provide process heat and to support hotel services – including hot water, food preparation and galley services – to the ships undergoing construction and overhaul. “We started researching and evaluating alternative options about four years ago with the goal of implementation by 2016,” said Bill Cash-Robertson, environmental engineer. “Not only does the conversion to natural gas make good business sense, it’s more efficient, it’s cleaner, and it’s safer to operate.” The old system, which included three 70-year-old boilers, burned about 6 million gallons of heavy fuel oil last year, costing the shipyard about $15 million. Plant Engineering Supervisor Ken Allmon, a member of the shipyard’s energy management team, said the new system will reduce greenhouse gases by 30 percent and save the shipyard several million dollars per year in lower utility costs. “The team is proud of our work to overcome technical challenges and implement a solution that... CONTINUED ON PG 4
Shipbuilders Participate in the Southside Hampton Roads Heart Walk Nearly 50 Newport News Shipbuilding employees, family and friends participated in the Southside Hampton Roads Heart Walk at Mount Trashmore this past Saturday. Jeffery Hughes was a member of “The E89 Hearts” team. “My father died of heart disease so this is very important to me,” he said. “I walk every year and think about him. I also do it to promote good health.”
opportunities we have to raise awareness for a good cause – you never know who you might effect.”
Fitter Darryl Dildy (X11) also participated in the walk as a member of the “Sub Shop Happy Hearts” team. “We take so many things like being able to walk, for granted,” he said. “I just lost a classmate of mine last week to a heart attack, so this walk means a lot to me. I think everyone should take advantage of the
It’s not too late to join a team or sign up individually for the Peninsula Heart Walk event this Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration is FREE and is open to all employees, family and friends. Employees interested in walking Oct. 17 should contact Amy McDonald (O29) at 688-6489. FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
Employees Recognized for Participating in the CVN 79 Keel Ceremony
Employees Wear Pink to Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer
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QuadMed to Visit NNS to Speak with Hourly Employees ... READ ON PG 3