Austal USA and Master Boat Builders team up to improve U.S. shipbuilding efforts MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Austal USA is known for its work on U.S. Naval ships, but now it has a little help. In an effort to "expand U.S. shipbuilding capacity," Austal USA has entered an agreement with Master Boat Builders, according to the company. The company entered into a memorandum of understanding with Master Boat, [...]

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Austal USA secures contract for second Coast Guard cutter MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Austal USA has a contract from the U.S. Coast Guard to build a second Offshore Patrol Cutter. According to a release from Austal USA, the $273 million option is part of a contract that includes options for up to 11 ships, potentially worth $3.3 billion. Construction will begin this week on [...]

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Air Products sues Austal USA in Alabama federal court over alleged breach of contract related to equipment or services provided. Details remain limited, but the case is being closely watched. lawsuit #maritime #manufacturing #Alabama #AirProducts #AustalUSA Link

Austal USA seeks charities interested in proceeds from upcoming golf tournament MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Austal USA's 14th Charity Golf Invitational has been scheduled for March 13, 2026, according to a news release. An Austal USA news release said applications are now open for charities that would like to be considered to receive a portion of the proceeds made from the tournament. Over the years, the [...]

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Mobile shipyard is making waves for the U.S. Navy MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Austal USA passed a few milestones last Saturday, bringing new innovation to the United States Navy by launching its first T-ATS 11 steel ship. According to an Austal USA press release, the towing, salvage, and rescue vessel is 1 of 3 under construction, with plans to build 5 in total. “It [...]

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Austal USA in Mobile wins national shipyard safety award MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Austal USA in Mobile has been recognized nationally for its dedication to safety and accident prevention. In an Austal USA news release, the company said the Shipbuilders Council of America, a national association representing the U.S. shipbuilding, maintenance and repair industry, awarded Austal USA with the 2025 Excellence in Safety Award. [...]

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