HOBART LAUNCH CEREMONY Saturday 23 May 2015 Techport Australia South Australia #HOBART 39

Message from the AWD Alliance Participants and Chief Executive We congratulate the Alliance workforce on the launch of our first destroyer, Hobart, and commend the team for their ongoing commitment to the program. The AWD program is the most complex surface combatant construction project ever undertaken in Australia. The AWD Alliance – made up of shipbuilder ASC, mission systems integrator Raytheon Australia and the Department of Defence – is responsible for delivering three naval warships and their support systems to meet Australia’s specific Defence needs. Through government and industry collaboration, Hobart has progressed to this important pre-delivery milestone. Today’s event is the culmination of the efforts of more than 3,000 Australians in industry and Defence, including the Royal Australian Navy, reaching back more than 10 years. The contribution of our many contractors, particularly block sub-contractors Forgacs, BAE Systems, Navantia and MG Engineering, has helped build and strengthen our national shipbuilding capability to meet the demands of the program. We recognise the important knowledge and assistance provided to the program by Navantia as the AWD Platform System Designer. The United States Navy and Lockheed Martin have also provided support through our AWD Foreign Military Sales case which has been vital to delivering this next-generation capability to the Australian Defence Force. We offer a sincere thank you to all who have worked on Hobart to this point in time. Your efforts are fundamental to our program’s success and we encourage everyone to continue to strive for excellence.

PETER CROSER, CHAIRMAN AWD BOARD MICHAEL WARD, MD RAYTHEON AUSTRALIA MARK LAMARRE, INTERIM CEO ASC SHIPBUILDING ROD EQUID, CEO AWD ALLIANCE

Message from the Chief of Navy On behalf of the men and women of the Royal Australian Navy, I congratulate the Air Warfare Destroyer Alliance on the launch of the first future destroyer, Hobart. As one of the largest defence projects ever undertaken in Australia, the Royal Australian Navy looks forward to receiving one of the world’s most capable air defence warships. Along with her sister ships, Brisbane and Sydney, Hobart will provide superior interoperability for the ADF and Coalition forces – capable of carrying out multi-mission operations ranging from high-intensity conflict to border protection. Most importantly, once delivered, Hobart will provide a significant component of the Navy’s contribution to our national defence capabilities. The destroyers’ combination of endurance, offensive and defensive weapons, flexibility and versatility make the Hobart class one of the most capable surface combatants ever operated by the RAN. The Royal Australian Navy sincerely thanks the thousands of people across Adelaide, Sydney, Newcastle and Melbourne who have contributed to building Hobart and creating a next-generation capability for the Royal Australian Navy.

Tim Barrett, AO, CSC, Vice Admiral, Royal Australian Navy Chief of Navy

THE SHIP’S SPONSOR MRS NICOLA HODGMAN Nicola Hodgman is the wife of Tasmania’s Premier, Will Hodgman. The Hodgman family has a long history with the Royal Australian Navy. Will Hodgman’s grandfather, William Clark Hodgman, and his brother, Leigh Hodgman, both served as officers in the Australian Navy Cadets (ANC) and Australian Navy Reserve (ANR) prior to and during the Second World War. During the war, William served in Corvettes and in HMAS Manoora; Leigh in Navy Office ‘Cyphers’ and Special Branch. Will Hodgman’s father, Michael Hodgman, also saw cadet and reserve service as a junior sailor in the 1950s.  Re-entering the ANR as a Legal Officer in 1990, Michael served to retirement age whereby he became a passionate public supporter of the RAN until his death in 2013. The Hodgman family connection with the RAN endures through Will Hodgman’s uncle, CAPT Paddy Hodgman, who completed 30 years of service in the RAN from 1972-2002 and who continues to serve in the RANR today. Nicola and Will currently reside in Hobart with their family.

08/2006

10/2007

01/2010

12/2010

09/2012

03/2013

10/2013

01/2014

04/2014

12/2014

02/2015

05/2015

Alliance Charter signed

AWD Alliance Formation

AWD Systems Centre opening

Hobart keellaying ceremony

Hobart hull consolidation complete

Hobart stern release

08/2011

09/2012

All four SPY radar array faces installed onto Hobart on the hardstand

Power distributed through Hobart’s main switchboard

Hobart Launch ceremony

10/2007

First Hobart engine room capped

Aegis tower fitted onto Hobart

10/2007

Techport Australia AWD Shipyard opening

Alliance Based Target Incentive Agreement (ABTIA) signed

Commencement of AWD Project Phase 3 (Build phase)

First Hobart keel block delivered from BAE Systems

First Hobart blocks arrived from Forgacs

03/2010 Full block production commenced at all three AWD shipyards – Adelaide, Newcastle and Williamstown

07/2013 CN announced Hobart’s Royal Australian Navy command team

11/2013 Hobart mast stepping ceremony

04/2014 Vertical Launch System MK41 modules installed onto Hobart

08/2014 Completion of all planned combat systemshore-based integration activities

12/2014 Typhoon Part Task Trainer mount installed at the West Head Gunnery Range

04/2015 Preparations for Hobart Launch underway and painting of pennant number 39

OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS 10.00 – 10.30

Guests arrive Announcement of official dignitaries

10.30

Official welcome Commencement of ceremony

10.30 – 11.30

Official speeches ADF Chaplain Service Ship’s Sponsor address Official naming

11.30 – 12.00

AWD Alliance CEO address Series of AWD Alliance videos

12.00 – 12.15

Official Hobart launch ceremony concludes Guests depart

MAJOR HOBART MILESTONES

ORDER OF SERVICE The Sentences (from Psalm 107): (Chaplain)

Prayers: (Chaplain)

The Lord’s Prayer: (All)

O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;

For the Ship

For his steadfast love endures forever!

they saw the deeds of the Lord,

Almighty God, who has power over the wind and waves, in your mercy bless this ship which we are about to launch; so that, whether in storm or calm, peacetime or conflict, she may always be guided by you, and brought safely to her desired destination. We ask this, Lord God, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

his wondrous works in the deep.

For the Ship’s Company

Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done; On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. Amen.

Some went down to the sea in ships, doing business on the mighty waters;

Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wonderful works to human kind.

Lord Jesus Christ, who saved your disciples from the dangers of the storm; aid with your strong hand the crew of this vessel; prosper their labours, guard them in time of need and keep them faithful; that, always looking to you our heavenly Pilot, they may come at last to the harbour of your peace; who lives and reigns with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen. For the Builders Almighty God, who has given us vision and skill to devise and construct all manner of things, we praise you for the people who have laboured with mind and hand to build this ship. We ask you to continue to bless their labours; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Naval Hymn: (All) Eternal Father, strong to save, whose arm has bound the restless wave, who bidst the mighty ocean deep its own appointed limits keep: O hear us when we cry to thee for those in peril on the sea. O Trinity of love and power, our brethren shield in danger’s hour from rock and tempest, fire and foe, guard them wherever they may go: thus evermore shall rise to thee glad hymns of praise from land and sea.

Blessing: (Chaplain) The Lord bless us and keep us; the Lord lift up the light of his countenance upon us, and give us peace, now and evermore. Amen.

wine Partner Bird in Hand As part of the naval tradition when launching a ship, a practice intended to invite good luck involves breaking a sacrificial bottle of champagne over the bow as the ship is named aloud and launched. For the launch of Hobart, South Australia’s own Bird in Hand Sparkling Pinot Noir has been chosen as the ceremonial bottle. Located at Woodside in the Adelaide Hills, Bird in Hand is an iconic South Australian brand with its much-loved Sparkling Pinot Noir sitting alongside internationally acclaimed wines. The winery is owned and operated by the Nugent family who live and work on the property, reflecting the strong sense of community in the Adelaide Hills. A major benefit in choosing Bird in Hand is the winery’s ability to offer limited edition bottles of the commemorative Hobart Launch Sparkling Pinot Noir for public purchase. This will be welcomed by the AWD workforce in Australia and the general public who will have the opportunity to purchase a commemorative bottle to help celebrate this project milestone. Each commemorative bottle features a unique Hobart 39 Launch label and can be purchased online at www.birdinhand.com.au.

HObART Ship StatISTICS Characteristics: Length 146.7 metres



Beam 18.6 metres



Draft 7.2 metres



Full load displacement 7,000 tonnes

Performance:

Top speed: 28+ knots (52 kmh)

Range: 5,000+ nautical miles (9,300 km) at 18+ knots

Crew: 186 Accommodation: 234 Combat System: Aegis Weapon System Baseline 7.1



AN/SPY-1D(V) Phased Array Radar



Horizon Search Radar

Mk 41 Vertical Launch System (48 VLS cells)

Gun: Mk 45 5” 62 Calibre Gun

Advanced HARPOON Weapon Control System: two quad launchers

EW Suite



Very Short Range Air and Surface Defence



NULKA Active Missile Decoy system

Integrated Sonar System incorporating a hull mounted and towed array sonar

Aviation: Boats:

Communications Suite Flightdeck and hangar for one helicopter Two rigid hulled inflatable boats

HMAS Hobart (I) - History HMAS Hobart (I) was a modified Leander-class cruiser originally commissioned in the Royal Navy as HMS Apollo before being transferred to the RAN. She was commissioned on 28 September 1938 under the command of Captain R.R. Stewart RN with Mrs Bruce, the wife of the High Commissioner for Australia in London, performing the renaming ceremony. Hobart arrived in Australia at the end of 1938 and was on patrol in the Bass Strait at the outbreak of World War II. On 14 October 1939, Hobart sailed for service on the East Indies Station escorting convoys including the first contingent of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) bound for the Middle East. On 12 June 1940, Hobart fired her first shots of the war against three Italian aircraft during a raid on Aden. In August 1940, Hobart acted as the operational headquarters for the evacuation of British Somaliland where her personnel were involved in numerous aspects of the operation both at sea and ashore. On 19 August 1940, Hobart bombarded Berbera before finally abandoning the territory to the Italians. Hobart continued escort and patrol duties in the Red Sea until October 1940 before returning to Fremantle, Australia on 28 December 1940. In August 1941, Hobart joined the Mediterranean Fleet encountering action en route at Suez on 13 July. Throughout the hard-fought Mediterranean campaign, Hobart took part in numerous actions as part of the British Fleet.

Upon entry of Japan into the war, Hobart transferred to Far East waters in January 1942 playing a significant role during the evacuation of Singapore and the Dutch East Indies before participating in the Battle of the Coral Sea and the Guadalcanal campaign. Following a refit in October 1942, Hobart rejoined Australian Task Force 74 operating in the Pacific. On 20 July 1943, Hobart was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine killing 13 officers and ratings, and injuring another seven. Temporary repairs were made in Vanuatu before she was escorted to Sydney for docking and extensive repairs. Hobart returned to sea on 15 December 1944 and subsequently joined the British Pacific Fleet at Manus in February 1945. In the months that followed, Hobart supported Allied landings at Cebu, Tarakan, Wewak, and Balikpapan. On 31 August she arrived in Tokyo Bay and was present at the Japanese surrender. Between November 1945 and July 1947 Hobart operated in Japanese waters as part of the Australian Squadron in support of the occupation forces. In August 1947 she returned to Sydney and was paid off on 20 December 1947.

HMAS Hobart (II) - History HMAS Hobart (II) was the second Charles F Adams-class guided missile destroyer (DDG) built in the United States for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). She was launched on 9 January 1964 by Mrs D.O. Hay, wife of the Australian Ambassador to the United Nations, and commissioned on 18 December 1965 under the command of Captain G.R. Griffiths, DSC, RAN at the Boston Navy Yard. Following sea trials and exercises in US waters, Hobart began her voyage to Australia on 3 August 1966, calling at Pearl Harbor, Suva and her namesake city, Hobart, before berthing in Sydney on 7 September 1966. On 7 March 1967 Hobart undertook the first of three deployments to Vietnam, the last of which finished on 17 October 1970. During those deployments, Hobart served as part of the US Seventh Fleet, providing naval gunfire support, and harassment and interdiction fire. Following the successful completion of her first tour, Hobart received a US Navy Unit Commendation for “exceptionally meritorious service”. However tragedy struck during her second tour when she was hit by three air-launched missiles that killed two sailors and injured several others. It subsequently transpired that Hobart was one of several ships mistakenly attacked by US 7th Air Force jets on the nights of 16-17 June 1968. In the years that followed, Hobart participated in numerous deployments and international exercises. On Christmas Day 1974, the city of Darwin was struck by Cyclone Tracy and Hobart was part of the vanguard of RAN ships that provided much needed relief. In 1975, Hobart commenced an Indian Ocean deployment during which she became the first RAN DDG to reach one third of a million miles steamed since commissioning, the first RAN ship to berth at the West Australian Naval Support Facility and the first RAN ship to visit the Maldives.

In May 1976, she commenced a round-the-world deployment that included representing Australia at the International Naval Review in New York, part of the USA Bicentennial Celebrations, on 3 July. This auspicious occasion was followed by many more including escorting the Royal Yacht, Britannia, into Brisbane for the XII Commonwealth Games (1982); participation in the Royal Canadian Navy’s 75th Anniversary in Vancouver (1985); the RAN’s 75th Anniversary (1986); the Bicentennial Australia Day celebrations and Naval Salute (1988); the Royal New Zealand Navy’s Fiftieth Anniversary Fleet Review (1989) and the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea Commemoration Fleet Entry and Review (1992). In 1989-1991, Hobart underwent a $100 million refit and modernisation and in December 1995 she celebrated her 30th birthday. In May 1999, she attained the distinction of having steamed one million nautical miles since commissioning – the third RAN ship to do so. On 12 May 2000, Hobart was decommissioned following 34 years of service. She was later sunk as a dive wreck off the Southern Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia.