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February 13, 2023
Austal USA celebrates opening of San Diego waterfront ship repair facility
San Diego, Calif. – Austal USA celebrated the opening of the company’s new San Diego waterfront ship repair facility today during an afternoon reception that brought together military and community leaders, elected officials, and representatives from across the ship repair industry. The shipyard,...
February 2, 2023
Austal USA's Spencer Johnson recognized as MACE Marine Engineer/Naval Architect of the Year
MOBILE, Ala. – Last week, Austal USA’s Spencer Johnson was recognized by the Mobile Area Council of Engineers (MACE) as the Marine Engineer/Naval Architect of the Year. A tradition since 1967, MACE recognizes engineers in the community for their achievements and leadership. With a Bachelor of...
January 26, 2023
Austal USA hosts Chief of Naval Operations
MOBILE, Ala. – Austal USA welcomed U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Michael Gilday at the company’s Mobile, Ala. shipyard today. The CNO toured the shipyard’s facility and discussed the company’s growing diversity of design and shipbuilding contracts.  During his tour, the CNO...
January 11, 2023
Austal USA wishes Tom Perrine fair winds and following seas
MOBILE, Ala. – Austal USA Vice President of Engineering, Tom Perrine, has retired after eight years of service with the company and over 40 years in the shipbuilding industry. During his tenure, Perrine led Austal USA’s engineering department overseeing the work of over 250 engineers, naval...
January 4, 2023
Austal USA's Catherine Reynolds recognized for professional excellence and community commitment
MOBILE, Ala. – Austal USA’s Catherine Reynolds was recognized as a Mobile Bay 40 Under 40 honoree this week. The 40 Under 40 program recognizes individuals younger than age 40 who demonstrate leadership, professional excellence and a commitment to the Bay area community. This honor has been...
December 17, 2022
Austal USA celebrates christening of the future USS Augusta (LCS 34)
MOBILE, Ala. – Austal USA celebrated the christening of the future USS Augusta (LCS 34) Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship in a ceremony at the company’s Gulf Coast shipyard today.  Ship sponsor Leigh I. Saufley performed the ceremonial bottle break over the bow of Augusta, the 17th LCS...
December 6, 2022
Austal USA commences submarine work
MOBILE, Ala. – Production has commenced at Austal USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Ala., in support of their strategic partnership with General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) to support the U.S. Navy’s recapitalization of the nation’s nuclear submarine fleet. Leveraging Austal USA’s lean manufacturing...
November 17, 2022
Austal USA gives thanks during annual Turkey Toss
MOBILE, Ala. – To continue a tradition of giving back to their employees, the Austal USA leadership team distributed over 2,500 turkeys to the company’s workforce this week. The customary “turkey toss” began over a decade ago when Austal USA had less than 1,000 employees and has since grown to...
November 3, 2022
Austal USA provides shipyard capabilities expansion update to visiting Marine Corps leaders
MOBILE, Ala. – United States Marine Corps (USMC) General Officers led by Lieutenant General Karsten Heckl, Deputy Commandant for Combat Development and Integration visited Austal USA’s Mobile, Ala. shipyard today. The visit provided Austal USA leaders the opportunity to brief the delegation on the...
October 31, 2022
Austal USA names Michelle Alcathie Vice President of Human Resources
Mobile, Ala. – Austal USA welcomes Michelle Alcathie as vice president of human resources. In this role, she is responsible for the overall development and implementation of company-wide human resources policies, programs and services. Alcathie is a human resources administrator with over 25 years...