The report details Austal's approach to Environmental, Social and Governance issues and their integration into the business strategy. It highlights the company's commitment to sound environmental and social practices and adherence to relevant environmental legislation, implementing world-class health and safety practices and supporting communities in which it operates. Austal aligns its sustainability report with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards and embeds this framework for future reports. The report also covers the company's materiality assessment, stakeholder engagement, key ESG priorities, and the reporting standards used. Other key highlights include the launch of the Austal electric-powered VOLTA series of high-speed ferry solutions and the implementation of flexible working practices. Finally, the report also addresses Austal's commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workforce and details its plans for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
