Hanwha Defense USA Statement on Offer to Austal

ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 10, 2026 – Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA) released the following statement:

“Hanwha Defense USA has made a preliminary, non-binding offer to acquire Austal’s U.S. business. Any deal will be contingent on due diligence that permits a thorough evaluation of Austal USA’s operations and financials, including newly disclosed information. Hanwha has made it a priority to significantly contribute to revitalizing American shipbuilding and is exploring a range of options to expand our footprint in the United States.” – Hanwha Defense USA Spokesman James Hewitt

About Hanwha Defense USA
A subsidiary of Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Defense USA delivers proven platforms with a demonstrated process maturity successfully projected across numerous markets and supply chains across the globe, with a track record of developing local workforces required to produce and sustain across product lifecycles to meet the needs of warfighters and industrial base partners. HDUSA continues to expand its U.S. footprint through organic growth, strategic industrial partnerships, and selective business acquisition.

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