Birdon

Birdon is a diversified global group of companies providing whole of life solutions to maritime, military, infrastructure and resource sectors.

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Birdon‑supplied BEBs formed part of the WWCG system officially handed over from Materiel & IT Command to Royal Netherlands Armed Forces Engineers. #BEB

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Honoured to host the keel authentication ceremony and support @USCG as we build the 27 Waterways Commerce Cutters.
A proud moment for the program and for everyone working to keep America’s waterways safe and operational. ⚓🇺🇸

[U.S. Coast Guard @USCG]

On Friday, we proudly authenticated the keels for the first three cutters in the Coast Guard’s new "Chief's Class" of Waterways Commerce Cutters: the future CGC Allen Thiele, CGC Fred Permenter and CGC Samuel Wilson.

These cutters are vital for maintaining the Marine Transportation System, which supports over $5.4 trillion in economic activity.

Read more: https://t.co/3jdL3sbbju

#USCG #WaterwaysCommerceCutter #MaritimeSecurity #Acquisition
@DHSgov @USCGHeartland

Artistic rendering courtesy of Birdon

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

@USCG @AmericanVoterUS Honoured to host the keel authentication ceremony and support @USCG as we build the 27 Waterways Commerce Cutters.
A proud moment for the program and for everyone working to keep America’s waterways safe and operational. ⚓🇺🇸

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

@LED_FastStart Thanks for sharing @LED_FastStart

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We’re proud to see our first #BirdonFutures Graduate Program completed. 🎓
Naval Architecture graduate Owen Spanswick has transitioned into a full‑time Naval Architect role, supporting complex maritime and defence projects.

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

@PensacolaX Pensacola’s maritime potential is clear. Birdon remains focused on responsible development, strong partnerships, and long‑term capability, pending final approvals.

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Honored to be named a finalist for Business Alabama’s Large Company of the Year alongside leading Alabama employers. Grateful for our team and partners. #MakeItHappen #BusinessAlabama

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

We’re expanding to a 400,000‑sq‑ft ship manufacturing facility in Pensacola, our 6th US site, creating 2,000 careers.
#MakeItHappen #USMaritimeIndustrialBase

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Birdon is proud to join CEL26 in Krakow as a streaming partner. Hear Martyn Bowden on Wet Gap Crossing Solutions. #MakeItHappen

[Defence Connect @DefenceConnect]

Australian-owned maritime engineering company Birdon has signed a $125 million contract to design and build one prototype and 15 Amphibious Vehicles – Logistics for the Australian Army.

https://t.co/LCqUfxqI05

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Birdon awarded a $125m Defence contract to design & build next-generation Amphibious Vehicles – Logistics (AV-L) for the @AustralianArmy under Land 8710.
Designed & built in Port Macquarie, the program strengthens Australia’s sovereign defence capability & supports regional jobs.

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Birdon has been awarded a firm fixed price contract to deliver a Response Boat–Small (RB-S) Demonstrator for the U.S. Coast Guard 🇺🇸⚓
Built using our rapid prototyping capability, the RB-S will support SAR, security and interdiction missions.
#MakeItHappen #USCG #Denver #Build

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Birdon is setting a strong benchmark for gender pay equity in manufacturing and maritime.
Our latest WGEA results show pay is driven by capability, contribution & experience - not gender.
Read more:
https://t.co/gFkiC4UX3R

#GenderPayEquity #Manufacturing #Maritime #MakeItHappen

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Birdon has begun construction on the third Waterways Commerce Cutter, WLIC 1602, in Bayou La Batre—starting ahead of schedule and reinforcing our commitment to the U.S. Coast Guard mission.
#MakeItHappen #USCoastGuard #Shipbuilding #Maritime

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Celebrating 25 years of service at Birdon! ⚓️
We honour this milestone with a cherished tradition: presenting a Breitling watch. This heirloom, inspired by our founder Jim Bruce, signifies a lifetime of loyalty and belonging to the Birdon family.
Congrats to Mick Hodges!

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Our Sydney Ferry Operations team were thrilled to join in the celebrations welcoming back the Mortlake Ferry.
Our ever-enthusiastic Ferry Operator Yvonne, greeting all of the passengers with her magic energy and big smile.
https://t.co/iiNk1bgL9m

[Birdon @BirdonGroup]

Honoured to host Congressman Mike Ezell & Chief of Staff Joe Nicholson at our shipyard for a firsthand look at our facility upgrades and progress on WCC Boats 1 & 2. Grateful for their support of our mission & South Alabama’s maritime industry. #Shipbuilding #BayouLaBatre

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@AmboRudd @GovNedLamont Thank you @AmboRudd. Birdon is proud to contribute to the Australia–Connecticut partnership through our work with the U.S. Coast Guard and our growing operations in the state.

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@JimThom90458694 Honoured to support this awesome initiative again in 2025.

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Since 2011, our Port Macquarie shipyard has proudly supported the Australian Army with Regional Patrol Craft, designed, built, and maintained right here on the Mid North Coast.

This is regional shipbuilding at its best. 🇦🇺

https://t.co/KZeZzAQfax

#MakeItHappen #PortMacquarie