Newport News, United States: innovation profile

Newport News is number 781 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 5. It is home to 1 R&D lab and 2 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• Ferguson Enterprises Inc. (#259)
• Huntington Ingalls Industries (#622)

R&D labs

US Department of Energy.