Austal USA has achieved a significant milestone in its shipbuilding operations with the recent launch of the USNS Billy Frank Jr. (T-ATS 11), marking the company’s first foray into steel construction. This transition comes in response to the U.S. Navy’s concerns regarding the durability of aluminum vessels. The launch, which took place on June 14, … Continue reading Austal USA Launches First Steel Ship Marking Expansion from Aluminum