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Australia Picks Leidos for AUKUS Dry Dock

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The Australian government has selected Leidos Gibbs & Cox to design a floating dry dock for the AUKUS submarine program. This dry dock will support the infrastructure for Australia's conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarine fleet. The selection marks an important step in the AUKUS program's development.

Why it matters

The AUKUS program is a significant defense initiative, and the development of supporting infrastructure like the dry dock is crucial for the success of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine fleet. This selection highlights the progress being made in the program's implementation.

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