HII?s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division marked the opening of its newest healthy food option within the shipyard. Operated by Aramark, the shipyard?s food services contractor, the new MicroMarket offers 24/7 access to fresh, healthy options for shipbuilders, sailors and contractors working at NNS. Located mid-yard, the MicroMarket is especially convenient for those supporting aircraft carriers undergoing refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) work at NNS.

It replaces a former canteen, which was renovated and converted into the 24/7 MicroMarket. The MicroMarket, which offers snacks, beverages and prepared meals, is supported by advanced equipment to ensure the highest level of food safety and utilizes technology to automatically order replenishments before inventory depletes. The new offering adds to the expansive food options already available at NNS, including more than a dozen canteens and cafes, five other MicroMarkets, and several service vendor partners that regularly operate within the shipyard.