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Austal Limited, often simply known as Austal, is an Australian-based global shipbuilding company with headquarters in Henderson, Western Australia. Founded in 1988, this pioneering firm specialises in the design and construction of advanced defence and commercial vessels.
As a prominent defence prime contractor, Austal is renowned for its high-performance aluminium and steel ships. Its diverse portfolio includes high-speed ferries, patrol boats, and littoral combat ships, all distinguished by innovative maritime technology and integrated systems.
With major shipyards across Australia, the USA, the Philippines, and Vietnam, Austal delivers sophisticated naval and commercial solutions worldwide. The company consistently pushes the boundaries of vessel design and manufacturing, solidifying its leading position in the global maritime industry.
34
DitchCarbon score
+2 vs industry average
Austal’s score of 34 is lower than 48% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.388
20182025
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Austal's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Austal reported total carbon emissions of approximately 59.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 3.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 48.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2024, where total emissions were approximately 54.0 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 10.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 42.1 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, Austal's emissions were approximately 83.0 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 10.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 15.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 66.4 million kg CO2e. The data indicates a trend of increasing emissions over the years, particularly in Scope 3, which includes upstream emissions related to the supply chain.
Austal has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in embodied emissions across Scope 1, 2, and upstream Scope 3 by 2030. This target, initiated in 2021, is part of their near-term reduction initiatives and reflects their commitment to addressing climate change impacts.
The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are directly reported by Austal Limited. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards.
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Austal’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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