Kari Wilkinson Named President of Ingalls Shipbuilding
America's largest military shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) announced Friday that its board of directors has elected Kari Wilkinson to serve as executive vice president of HII and president of HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division, effective April 1. She will succeed Brian Cuccias, who announced that he will retire April 1.Kari Wilkinson, who will report to HII executive vice president and COO Chris Kastner, currently serves as Ingalls’ vice president, program management.“Kari is a respected leader with an impressive 25-year record of success managing
Munn Named VP and CFO of Ingalls Shipbuilding
, business management, and chief financial officer for its Ingalls Shipbuilding division in Pascagoula, Miss.Effective February 15, Munn will be responsible for all financial management, contract management and business management functions at Ingalls, reporting to Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. Munn replaces Tom Stiehle, who has been promoted to HII executive vice president and CFO.“Keith’s extensive knowledge and accomplished background have been an asset to Ingalls for many years,” Cuccias said. “His experience positions him for success in this important role
110 Graduate Ingalls Shipbuilding Apprentice School
curriculum, in partnership with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, for students interested in shipbuilding careers.“As you go to work next week as an apprentice graduate, I would like to give you a challenge: Choose to make a difference,” said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. “Real leaders make the right decision when it’s hard and no one is looking. Anyone can make the right decision when it’s easy. As I look out across this room, I couldn’t be more encouraged on what our future holds. I couldn’t be more proud of each and every one
Class of ’17 Graduates Ingalls Apprentice Program
for 123 graduates of its apprentice program. The class of 2017 graduates represent several classes of shipyard trades. “You are each a vital member of the Ingalls Shipbuilding team that builds the most complex warships the world has ever known,” Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias told the graduates. “When you applied for this program, you were choosing to start down a path to becoming an Ingalls leader. As graduate apprentices, your bright future is full of tremendous opportunities both in shipbuilding and in life.” Since 1952, Ingalls’ Apprentice
Ingalls Shipbuilding Named Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplace
mega large business category. The awards recognize employers throughout the state who strive to provide exceptional employee health and wellness programs and promote safe working environments. “A company can only be as strong as its people,” said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. “That is why Ingalls Shipbuilding is dedicated to providing multiple health and wellness services to our employees. From a state-of-the-art health center in Gautier that provides timely, low-cost, high-quality health care to employees and their families, to an employee resource program
Ingalls Shipbuilding Promotes Wilkinson, Duthu
announced that Mike Duthu has been promoted to vice president, business development, effective immediately. “Richard has made significant contributions to our past, current and future business objectives, and we owe him our gratitude and thanks,” Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias said. “He has excelled in everything he has done at Ingalls—from his leadership and experience to his professionalism and loyalty—and is truly a shipbuilder in every sense of the word.” Wilkinson will be responsible for all program execution, financial performance
Ingalls Shipbuilding Celebrates Apprentice Graduation
two- to four-year curriculum for students interested in shipbuilding careers. "As you go to work next week as an apprentice graduate, I would like to challenge you to choose to make a difference and make sure what you do each day matters," said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. "You have already chosen to start down the path to be an Ingalls leader, and your future is bright and full of tremendous opportunities. You are the future of Ingalls Shipbuilding. Ingalls is great, not just because of the facilities, but because of the people. The people make Ingalls special
Ingalls’ Gets $20m for 'Shipyard of the Future' Project
said it will match the state's investment on a 2:1 scale. "Mississippi's financial investment in our 'Shipyard of the Future' project will help maintain jobs and supplier opportunities in Pascagoula and across Mississippi for years to come," said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. "These changes will not only improve the quality of life for our shipbuilders to make them more efficient, but they will enable us to support Navy affordability targets and make us more competitive in future bidding efforts." Ingalls is the Mississippi’s largest private
Mississippi Governor Visits Ingalls Shipbuilding
craft labs for students to practice the various shipyard trades. "We appreciate Governor Bryant taking the time to visit today to see firsthand how Mississippi investments and resources are being applied in developing our future workforce," said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. "Our continued partnerships with the State of Mississippi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College are providing real career opportunities for local students to learn shipbuilding skills through our apprenticeship program. This program is the lifeblood of our shipyard."
Ingalls Makes Large Donation to Bishop State
Students in the programs are guaranteed positions at Ingalls if they complete their training and meet all other conditions of employment. “Ingalls Shipbuilding is committed to the partnership with Bishop State College and its pre-employment program,” said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. “This donation will help grow the number of skilled professionals in Alabama and support workforce development through technical education. Our partnership helps both students and the shipyard. Students have access to quality technical education, and the shipyard has new employees coming
Ingalls Donates to MGCCC’s Transitions Academy
for the purchase of welding machines to be used at the school's new Transitions Academy. The academy will be housed at MGCCC's West Harrison County Center in Long Beach, Miss. "Ingalls Shipbuilding and MGCCC have a longstanding partnership in workforce development and training," said Brian Cuccias, Ingalls Shipbuilding president. "This donation solidifies our commitment to continuing this partnership and the ultimate goal of growing the number of skilled professionals on the Gulf Coast." The academy will offer adults 18 years of age or older who do not possess a high school
Ingalls Shipbuilding Celebrates Apprentice Graduation
stay with me as I enter into this new phase of my career." "This ceremony is a celebration of your successful completion of this apprentice program and is an opportunity for us to show you how proud we are of you and what you have accomplished," said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. "When you entered the program, we believed in your potential. Being here today proves we were right. As I look out across this room, I am encouraged by what our future holds. I am proud of each and every one of you. Continue the momentum you have started, because you are the future of Ingalls
Ingalls Authenticates Keel of Amphibious Assault Ship
in a new class of amphibious assault ships for the U.S. Navy. The ship will be 844 feet long and 106 feet wide and will displace 44,971 long tons. "We have been building large-deck amphibious assault ships here at Ingalls for more than 48 years," said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. "Our facility is uniquely structured and our shipbuilders are uniquely qualified to continue building these great ships. LHAs are the most complex conventionally powered Navy warships that are built, and we are excited about delivering Tripoli for our customer and our nation." The
