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29 Apr 2014

Huntington Ingalls Appoints Jonathan Padfield as Corporate Director

Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) announced today that Capt. Jonathan Padfield (U.S. Navy, Ret.) has joined the company as Corporate Director of Customer Affairs for amphibious programs. Padfield, whose last assignment for the Navy was commanding officer, Assault Craft Unit Five, began his new position on Monday. "Jon brings a wealth of leadership and maritime experience to our company, and he is going to be an excellent fit for our team," said Dan Holloway, HII's corporate Vice President, customer affairs. "His extensive naval career provides him with a vast understanding and at-sea knowledge of amphibious warships and how they operate and support U.S. Marine Corps and Navy missions.

29 Aug 2005

Crew Moves Aboard LPD 17 Amphibious Transport Dock Ship

U.S. Navy sailors Thursday began moving aboard LPD 17, the first San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship built by Northrop Grumman Corporation. This activity is a significant step in bringing this modern, highly technical asset to life as part of the nation's defense plan. Northrop Grumman Ship Systems delivered the LPD 17 to the U. Navy on July 20. Marines. such, offers unparalleled amphibious war-fighting capabilities. construction of U.S. Grumman's Ship Systems sector. ranks as the most significant because those men and women wearing U.S. Navy uniforms now have a place to call their home. than any ship in the history of the Navy. gunner's mate on LPD 17 who served on prior LPD-class ships. much easier to move around, especially if I'm carrying equipment.