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Submarines

 

Using expertise developed from building 53 attack submarines over four decades, Newport News is constructing the nation's newest attack submarines - the Virginia class, the most advanced submarine in the world. Designed to meet the Navy's requirements in a post-Cold War era, Virginia-class submarines use advanced technologies to increase firepower, maneuverability and stealth. The 377-feet long Virginia-class submarines are capable of submerged speeds of more than 25 knots and can stay submerged for up to three months at a time.

Under an innovative agreement, Newport News is producing the Virginia-class submarines as part of a team with General Dynamics Electric Boat. The team has delivered the first five boats of the class.

Submarines built by NGSB

Submarine Fleet Services

Newport News is the Navy's planning yard for the Los Angeles-class attack submarines and the Seawolf-class attack submarines.  This involves the design and on-site installation of state-of-the-art technology to keep the submarine fleet the most capable in the world.

Virginia-Class Submarine Program

Construction of the Virginia-class submarines is currently underway at Newport News.  Designed to meet the Navy's requirements in a post-Cold War era, Virginia-class submarines use advanced technologies to increase firepower, maneuverability and stealth.