The phases of the bottle break 🍾
PCU Iowa is christened! Ship Sponsor Christie Vilsack performed the bottle break that christened PCU Iowa with a bottle of sparkling wine from Fireside Winery in Marengo, Iowa. Standing alongside Christie was her Maid of Honor and granddaughter, Caroline Vilsack, @GDElectricBoat President Kevin Graney and Undersecretary of the Navy Erik Raven.
Thank you to all who joined us virtually and in person to share in this historic occasion. And to our shipbuilders, thank you for your continuous hard work and dedication that made this milestone—and this magnificent submarine—possible.
Tune in this morning to watch Ship Sponsor Christie Vilsack christen the 24th #submarine of the Virginia class, PCU Iowa (SSN 797). The ceremony livestream will begin at 10 a.m. EDT at gdebchristenings.com.
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Here's what some of @GDElectricBoat's shipbuilders and the crew of PCU Iowa have to say about the #ebbuilt Iowa.
@GDElectricBoat will christen PCU Iowa (SSN 797), the 24th #submarine of the Virginia class, tomorrow, Saturday, June 17, 2023.
Watch the ceremony livestream, beginning at 10 a.m. EDT on 6/17/23, at gdebchristenings.com 🇺🇸
On #MemorialDay, we remember and honor the brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice. From the men and women of @GDElectricBoat, thank you. 🇺🇸
@GDElectricBoat held RI High School Signing Day yesterday in celebration of over 100 high school students who signed on to join the EB team after they graduate. Congratulations to our newest shipbuilders for taking this step towards a rewarding career, and thank you to all of the participating schools for supporting our future workforce. Welcome aboard, #shipbuilders!
Beginning at 2PM, two buses will operate from the Groton shipyard to the New London engineering facilities and back until 6PM. Due to the road closure, the travel time from Groton to NL is unpredictable.
If there are any concerns after 6PM, please contact the Transportation Dispatch number at 860-433-4657 or 860-433-4659. Continue to monitor @CT_STATE_POLICE for the latest status.
CT State Police have reported all northbound lanes have been reopened on the Gold Star Bridge. Southbound lanes remain closed at this time. State Police advise all motorists to avoid the area.
For over 120 years, @GDElectricBoat has been providing the world's best #submarines to ensure our nation's defense. Thank you to our dedicated, talented and hardworking employees for being on this team of the world's leading #shipbuilders.
Happy #NationalSubmarineDay!
Groton Storm Update: Production overtime is canceled for tomorrow, Sun., Jan. 30, 2022 to ensure snow removal is completed and normal operations can commence on Mon., Jan. 31, 2022.
GROTON EMPLOYEES:
Parking lots B and E1 (visitors lot) will be closed at the end of 2nd shift (11:30 p.m.) beginning Fri., Jan. 28 until 2:00 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 30 for snow removal and de-icing operations. During this time, please use other parking lots located in adjacent areas.
QP EMPLOYEES - Snow Removal Parking Update:
Beginning 2nd shift, 1/7/22 there is an INTERNAL PARKING BAN.
Also beginning 2nd shift 1/7/22, the Orange, Purple, and Blue lots will be CLOSED. Utilize the Green and Yellow lots at that time.
GROTON EMPLOYEES:
Based on the current weather forecast, Parking Lot B will be closed at the end of 2nd shift at 11:30 p.m. on Fri., Jan. 7 and reopened at 2:00 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 8 for snow removal and de-icing operations.