Graphic rendition of the Birdon Ancillary Surface Craft (ASC) prototype amphibious landing craft it is building for the U.S. Marine Corps. (Image: Birdon)
By Rich Abott |
@ReaderRabott
4 seconds ago |
05/27/2025
amphibious Navy/USMC

Australia’s Birdon was chosen by the Marine Corps to design and build two prototype small amphibious ships that can carry a few dozen Marines, with construction set to begin this summer.

The Australian maritime and shipbuilding company on May 21 announced…

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