State Street becomes substantial holder in Austal Limited

State Street Corporation and its subsidiaries became a substantial holder in Austal Limited on October 29, 2025, holding a total of 22,079,616 ordinary shares, representing 5.23% of the voting power. This position reflects direct and indirect relevant interests held by various State Street entities acting as investment managers or trustees.

Key subsidiaries with substantial holdings include State Street Global Advisors, Australia, Limited, with 14,894,977 ordinary shares, and State Street Bank and Trust Company, holding 4,238,649 ordinary shares. State Street Global Advisors Trust Company also holds 2,484,855 shares, while State Street Global Advisors Europe Limited and SSGA Funds Management, Inc. hold 178,514 and 262,819 shares, respectively.

The relevant interests primarily stem from the power to control voting rights and/or dispose of securities. State Street Bank and Trust Company also holds a relevant interest as a lender of collateral securities. The acquisitions contributing to this stake occurred between June 30, 2025, and October 29, 2025, with cash consideration paid for specific transactions.