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The Holston Army Ammunition Plant (HSAAP) in Kingsport, Tennessee, received the Best Small Installation Antiterrorism Program Award from the Department of the Army. This recognition stems from HSAAP's effective antiterrorism and force protection strategies, which focus on safeguarding personnel and critical infrastructure.

During the 2025 AMC Force Protection Assessment, evaluators praised HSAAP's robust program and strong government-contractor relationships. HSAAP's security measures include insider threat management and operations security practices, particularly in collaboration with BAE Systems. HSAAP's leadership emphasizes continual improvement to counter evolving threats.