General Dynamics Electric Boat has actually been granted a $517.2 million shipment order versus a formerly provided standard getting arrangement for purchase and also shipment of first Virginia- course assault submarine extra components to sustain upkeep schedules.
Work will certainly be done in Groton and also Pawcatuck, Connecticut.
“The shipbuilders of Electric Boat are proud to continue our role providing lifecycle maintenance support to the U.S. Navy’s operational submarine fleet in keeping with our mission to provide sailors with the advantage that helps protect our nation,” claimed Kevin Graney, head of state of General Dynamics Electric Boat.
General Dynamics Electric Boat layouts, constructs, repair work and also updates nuclear submarines for the UNITED STATENavy Headquartered in Groton, Connecticut, the business uses about 21,000 individuals.