Perth naval hub confirmed to host US and UK nuclear submarines from 2027
Henderson shipyard will become the largest naval shipbuilding and maintenance hub in the Southern Hemisphere. UK and US nuclear submarines will rotate through from 2027. The facility will also build landing craft and frigates for the Australian Navy.
Why it mattersThis secures thousands of skilled jobs. Australia becomes a key strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific region. This supports the long-term AUKUS defence alliance.
AustraliaWestern Australia gains major infrastructure investment and defence manufacturing jobs; positions Perth as a centre for allied naval operations in the region.
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