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MARL and the first batch of the BAE Australia Hunter Class Warships
On the 18th November 2022 BAE Australia announced the award of a $23 million contract for the supply of 12,600 LED lights for the first batch of three Hunter class warships. After a 5-year collaboration, REDARC will team up with MARL International to lead the design, manufacture and delivery of lighting and related parts for the Royal Australian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare frigates.
The partnership will supply 79 different types of lights for each frigate including flood lights, bunk lights, weatherdeck and step lights, general and emergency lighting.
MARL International Managing Director, Adrian Rawlinson:
“Back in 2017, MARL could immediately see the benefits of growing Australian Industry Capability and with help from BAE Systems Australia were able to quickly partner with REDARC.
“Between us we will supply a superb lighting solution for the Hunter class frigates, delivering state-of-the-art operational performance, reduced through-life costs and environmental benefits.
“We are hoping we can now work together to support other maritime and defence lighting programs within Australasia.”
