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Austal has won a A$135 million contract extension to build two additional Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats for the Australian Border Force, expanding its fleet and reinforcing maritime security capabilities.

Austal has won a A$135 million contract extension to build two additional Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats for the Australian Border Force, expanding its fleet and reinforcing maritime security capabilities.

The Australian Treasurer has approved Hanwha Corporation’s increase of its direct equity stake in Austal Limited from 9.9% to 19.9%, setting the stage for potential strategic partnerships as Austal rides a wave of record revenues and defence contracts.

Austal Limited reported a robust FY2025 with revenue up 24% and EBIT doubling, underpinned by a landmark Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement with the Australian Government and significant US contract wins.

Austal Limited has reached a confidential equitable adjustment agreement with the US Navy, resolving cost and schedule issues on the T-ATS shipbuilding program and limiting the contract to three vessels.

Austal Limited secures a significant US$314 million contract option from the US Coast Guard, advancing the Offshore Patrol Cutter program with orders for three additional vessels.

Austal Limited has reported a remarkable 24% revenue increase and a 503% surge in net profit for FY2025, yet has chosen not to declare any dividends for the year.

Austal Limited has raised its FY2025 EBIT guidance from $80 million to at least $100 million, driven by robust manufacturing performance and a key submarine modules contract with General Dynamics Electric Boat.

Austal Limited has finalized a Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement with the Commonwealth of Australia, positioning its subsidiary as the nation’s key Tier 2 naval shipbuilder. This long-term pact sets the stage for significant defence vessel construction in Western Australia.

Austal Limited has acknowledged a delayed filing of a director's interest notice due to an administrative oversight, prompting ASX scrutiny and a commitment to tighten compliance processes.

Hanwha Group claims US approval to fully own Austal, but independent checks suggest a narrower green light. Australian regulators still hold the final say on foreign ownership.

Austal Limited has announced a record-breaking $14.2 billion order book, underpinned by strong US and Australian defence contracts, and raised its FY2025 EBIT guidance to at least $80 million.