2 sources · first reported Yesterday
Australian industry reaches AUKUS milestone with Australian-produced submarine-grade steel to be used in US Navy Virginia-class submarines. Bisalloy Steels received a $2 million purchase order from General Dynamics Electric Boat for HY80 steel plate. This marks the first time Australian steel will be used in Virginia-class submarine construction.
This development highlights the growing partnership between Australian and US industries in defense technology, specifically in submarine construction. The use of Australian steel in US submarines demonstrates the increasing collaboration and interoperability between the two nations.
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