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Deputy Prime Minister,
The event was attended by representatives from Federal and State Governments and the
The piece of steel cut forms part of the under structure support for the port side propeller shaft brake system.
Based on the Type 26 Global Combat Ship, the first four of which are under construction at
'This is a proud moment for all of us at BAE Systems Australia and it comes at a time when the capability of Hunter has never been more important.
'Hunter will be one of the most technologically advanced, stealth-capable anti-submarine warfare vessels in the world and its modular mission bay allows it to undertake a wide-range of missions from warfare to humanitarian and disaster relief.
'Over the coming years we will build and deliver the first three Hunter class frigates to the
'We already have a head-start on the construction of the first Hunter class frigate, with six schedule protection blocks already in production approved under the design and productionisation phase as part of the risk mitigation strategy.
'This program has always been more than just building ships, we have created world-leading facilities, a vibrant supply chain ready to step up to full rate of production and a workforce that is proving it can produce the highest quality shipbuilding products that can compete anywhere.
'This moment has been a long time in the making and it has been a tremendous journey so far, but we have demonstrated that together with our partners, suppliers and the great team both here at Osborne and in the
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