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Big congratulations to @austal Australia’s Mitchell Dick on being named WA's National Finalist for the Marine Industry Apprentice of the Year Award at the 2026 Australian Marine Industry Awards - presented by @AusMarineExport Group.

As a National Finalist, Mitchell will be recognised on stage at the Awards' Gala Dinner on 19 May 2026, on the Gold Coast, where he’ll celebrate alongside marine industry leaders from across Australia.

The overall winner will be announced on the night and go on to represent Australia at Metstrade in Amsterdam (17–19 November 2026) — the world’s largest marine equipment trade show.

Mitchell completed his apprenticeship at Austal through @smtafe_tweets and qualified as a Fabrication Tradesperson in 2025. His strong technical expertise in welding and advanced structural fabrication, developed through practical, hands-on experience working on Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats for the Royal @Australian_Navy, saw him awarded Austal's Fabrication Department and Overall Apprentice of the Year in 2025.

We’re incredibly proud to see Mitchell’s hard work and dedication acknowledged at a national level and wish him all the best of luck for the awards - the entire Austal #team is behind you!

Learn more about the 2026 Australian Marine Industry Awards awards at aimex.asn.au/2026-australia…

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@austal Ships Pty Ltd has secured a A$150.3 million contract extension to build two additional Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats (ECCPB's) for the @AusBorderForce - bringing the total to six vessels under contract.

This milestone reflects continued confidence in the platform’s performance and Austal’s proven delivery capability, following the recent delivery of the tenth ECCPB to the Royal @Australian_Navy , under SEA1445-1 for @DefenceAust.

With a record order book exceeding A$17.7 billion, Austal continues to play a key role in Australia’s sovereign shipbuilding industry—supporting national security, strengthening supply chains, and delivering critical maritime capability.

Construction will take place at Austal’s Henderson shipyard in Western Australia, supported by a strong national network of partners.

Learn more at austal.com/media-releases…

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On 25 April, ANZAC Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, resilience and mateship of all who have served, and continue to serve, in our armed forces in the defence of our nation’s peace, security and freedom.

It is a time to reflect, to remember, and to reaffirm our commitment to supporting veterans and ensuring the sacrifices of our servicemen and women are never forgotten.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

Lest We Forget.

#anzacday2026 #lestweforget

Today, @austal teams in Australia came together for an all-hands meeting that included a celebration of the completion of the Pacific Patrol Boat Replacement Project (SEA3036-1) - following the delivery of the 24th and final Guardian-class Patrol Boat (GCPB) to @DefenceAust on 17th April 2026.

The vessel was gifted to the Republic of Maldives under the Australian Government's Defence Cooperation Program, at a handover ceremony held at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia on 19th April 2026.

Austal Limited Chief Executive Officer, Paddy Gregg said the milestone represents a proud achievement for the company, and Australia’s sovereign shipbuilding industry.

“The delivery of this final Guardian-class Patrol Boat marks the successful completion of the acquisition phase of the Pacific Patrol Boat Replacement Project (SEA3036-1) by Austal, for the Commonwealth of Australia.

“Austal is proud to have constructed all 24 steel-hulled vessels from our Henderson shipyard, supporting local jobs and demonstrating Australia’s world-class naval shipbuilding capability.

“We are honoured to contribute to Australia’s long-standing partnerships with regional nations, including the Republic of the Maldives, and to support greater security and stability across the Indo-Pacific.

Designed and constructed by Austal in Henderson, Western Australia, the Guardian-class Patrol Boats form a key component of the Australian Government’s Pacific Maritime Security Program and Defence Cooperation Program, supporting regional partners to enhance maritime security, sovereignty and resilience.

The steel hull Guardian-class Patrol Boats are 39.5 metres in length, capable of speeds in excess of 20 knots, and designed for extended regional security operations in challenging maritime environments.

With all vessels now delivered, we remain committed to supporting the sustainment and ongoing capability of the Guardian-class fleet through our in-service support teams, programs and facilities located in Henderson, Cairns, Brisbane and Darwin.

Take a look back at Austal's first steel naval shipbuilding project, which has seen 24 patrol boats delivered to 13 nations in 10 years, in the video below.
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@Austal continues to add to order book – increasing resilience and diversity

Austal Limited (ASX: $ASB) has reported significant year-on-year growth across both shipbuilding and support operations for H1 FY2026;
🔹 Revenue up 34% to $1.1 billion
🔹 EBIT up 41% to $60.3 million (margin improved to 5.4%)
🔹 NPAT up 21% to $30.5 million
🔹 Record order book of $17.7 billion

Austal Limited Chief Executive Officer Paddy Gregg Gregg said: “Austal has delivered strong year-on-year revenue and earnings growth in the first half of FY2026. The diversification in Austal’s operations has again allowed the Group to continue growing, while our different shipyards undertake periods of consolidation and infrastructure expansion as we continue to execute our robust long term order book."

Australasian operations were a standout performer, supported by the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement with the Australian Government and the award of ~A$5 billion in Landing Craft Medium and Heavy vessel contracts with @DefenceAust — the largest contracts Austal has signed in Australia.

In the USA, Austal completed delivery of the final Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship to the @USNavy and continues expanding manufacturing capability in Alabama to support future defence programs.

With 76 vessels scheduled or under construction, a record order book of $17.7 billion (including options), and a strong net cash position of $241 million, Austal remains well positioned for long-term growth in both Australasia and the United States.

Looking ahead, Austal expects full-year FY2026 EBIT of approximately $110 million.

Learn more:

H1 FY2026 Results Announcement - austal.com/media-releases…

H1 FY2026 Report – investor.austal.com/static-files/b…

H1 FY2026 Results Investor Presentation - investor.austal.com/static-files/9…

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