Defence has accepted the tenth and final Evolved Cape class Patrol Boat for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), ADV Cape Hawke, in a ceremony at Henderson shipyard in Western Australia on 27 February 2026.
"The delivery of these Evolved Cape Class Patrol Boats are an excellent example of our partnership with defence industry in action," Deputy Secretary for Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment, David Hanley, said.
Built by Austal Ships under project Sea 1445 Phase 1, the Evolved Cape class Patrol Boats will contribute to the whole-of Government effort to protect Australia's borders and offshore interests.
“It also supports the Government’s Future Made in Australia agenda, and our commitment to growth within the defence industry, through the delivery of Defence shipbuilding projects on‑shore and boosting our sovereign supply chain," Hanley stated.
ADV Cape Hawke will work alongside the nine Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats currently operated by the RAN, and with the Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessel fleet, enhancing the capability for civil maritime security operations in Australia.
Under project Sea 1445 Phase 1, the Evolved Cape class Patrol Boats have been delivered approximately every six months.