Shipbuilders,

I have sad news to share about a member of our Newport News Shipbuilding family.

This morning, one of our fellow shipbuilders was found unconscious on Massachusetts (SSN 798). Fellow teammates attempted CPR while waiting for first responders. Upon their arrival, EMTs also attempted to revive the shipbuilder. Unfortunately, these life-saving measures were not successful, and the shipbuilder passed away.

While the situation is under investigation, it appears to be the result of natural causes. Because there are no indications this is an industrial accident, and out of respect for the privacy of the individual and their family, we are not able to release further details.

Today’s news is difficult for all of us, but especially for the loved ones and co-workers of the shipbuilder we lost this morning. Please support each other and join me in keeping our teammate in your thoughts and prayers.

Respectfully,

Kari Wilkinson
President, Newport News Shipbuilding