MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Austal USA is known for its work on U.S. Naval ships, but now it has a little help.
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In an effort to “expand U.S. shipbuilding capacity,” Austal USA has entered an agreement with Master Boat Builders, according to the company.
The company entered into a memorandum of understanding with Master Boat, to expand the capacity to build ships by “increasing the ability of proven, regional shipyards to take on large, complex programs for the U.S. government,” an Austal USA news release said.
Essentially, Austal USA will outsource some of its current work on U.S. contracts to Master Boat and will collaborate with the company on future endeavors.
“By distributing work across complementary facilities, Austal USA and Master Boat aim to reduce bottlenecks, shorten production schedules and create surge capacity for future demand,” the release said…