Damen signs Austal contract for military vessels
Rendering of the LST 100 vessel for the Australian Defence Force
(Source: Damen)
Damen Shipyards Group and Austal Defence Australia have signed a contract to support the construction of military vessels at Austal’s Henderson shipyard in Western Australia. The Damen-designed Landing Ship Transport (LST) 100 ships are being built for the Australian Defence Force.
The deal follows an announcement in November 2024 that the Damen LST 100 was the preferred vessel for the defence programme. It was selected based on its track record, service history, good performance from an earlier model, and selection by NAVSEA for the US Navy.
The amphibious vessels, with a length of 100m and a beam of 16m, can ship more than 500 tonnes of military vehicles and equipment. They will be capable of undertaking missions including routine deployments, logistics operations, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief.
Commenting on the tie-up with the Australian Army, Damen area director, Asia Pacific, Michiel Hendrikx said: “We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Austal and our Australian partners on this important programme. Around the world, we actively seek long-term cooperation with strong local shipbuilders and industrial partners, combining shared expertise, mutual respect, and a commitment to quality ... We are confident that this collaboration will support the Australian Army’s operational needs for many years to come, and we are proud to be part of Australia’s shipbuilding future.”
Damen signs Austal contract for military vessels
Rendering of the LST 100 vessel for the Australian Defence Force
(Source: Damen)
Damen Shipyards Group and Austal Defence Australia have signed a contract to support the construction of military vessels at Austal’s Henderson shipyard in Western Australia. The Damen-designed Landing Ship Transport (LST) 100 ships are being built for the Australian Defence Force.
The deal follows an announcement in November 2024 that the Damen LST 100 was the preferred vessel for the defence programme. It was selected based on its track record, service history, good performance from an earlier model, and selection by NAVSEA for the US Navy.
The amphibious vessels, with a length of 100m and a beam of 16m, can ship more than 500 tonnes of military vehicles and equipment. They will be capable of undertaking missions including routine deployments, logistics operations, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief.
Commenting on the tie-up with the Australian Army, Damen area director, Asia Pacific, Michiel Hendrikx said: “We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Austal and our Australian partners on this important programme. Around the world, we actively seek long-term cooperation with strong local shipbuilders and industrial partners, combining shared expertise, mutual respect, and a commitment to quality ... We are confident that this collaboration will support the Australian Army’s operational needs for many years to come, and we are proud to be part of Australia’s shipbuilding future.”
Damen signs Austal contract for military vessels
Rendering of the LST 100 vessel for the Australian Defence Force
(Source: Damen)
Damen Shipyards Group and Austal Defence Australia have signed a contract to support the construction of military vessels at Austal’s Henderson shipyard in Western Australia. The Damen-designed Landing Ship Transport (LST) 100 ships are being built for the Australian Defence Force.
The deal follows an announcement in November 2024 that the Damen LST 100 was the preferred vessel for the defence programme. It was selected based on its track record, service history, good performance from an earlier model, and selection by NAVSEA for the US Navy.
The amphibious vessels, with a length of 100m and a beam of 16m, can ship more than 500 tonnes of military vehicles and equipment. They will be capable of undertaking missions including routine deployments, logistics operations, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief.
Commenting on the tie-up with the Australian Army, Damen area director, Asia Pacific, Michiel Hendrikx said: “We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Austal and our Australian partners on this important programme. Around the world, we actively seek long-term cooperation with strong local shipbuilders and industrial partners, combining shared expertise, mutual respect, and a commitment to quality ... We are confident that this collaboration will support the Australian Army’s operational needs for many years to come, and we are proud to be part of Australia’s shipbuilding future.”
Damen signs Austal contract for military vessels
Rendering of the LST 100 vessel for the Australian Defence Force
(Source: Damen)
Damen Shipyards Group and Austal Defence Australia have signed a contract to support the construction of military vessels at Austal’s Henderson shipyard in Western Australia. The Damen-designed Landing Ship Transport (LST) 100 ships are being built for the Australian Defence Force.
The deal follows an announcement in November 2024 that the Damen LST 100 was the preferred vessel for the defence programme. It was selected based on its track record, service history, good performance from an earlier model, and selection by NAVSEA for the US Navy.
The amphibious vessels, with a length of 100m and a beam of 16m, can ship more than 500 tonnes of military vehicles and equipment. They will be capable of undertaking missions including routine deployments, logistics operations, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief.
Commenting on the tie-up with the Australian Army, Damen area director, Asia Pacific, Michiel Hendrikx said: “We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Austal and our Australian partners on this important programme. Around the world, we actively seek long-term cooperation with strong local shipbuilders and industrial partners, combining shared expertise, mutual respect, and a commitment to quality ... We are confident that this collaboration will support the Australian Army’s operational needs for many years to come, and we are proud to be part of Australia’s shipbuilding future.”
