Austal USA hires new global services VP

Austal USA announced this week it has hired Michelle Kruger as vice president of global services and support.

Kruger will be responsible for the company's "global post-delivery repair and warranty efforts, including the development of business strategy and strategic alliances," according to an Austal statement.

Prior to joining Austal USA, Kruger was vice president of operations at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works. Over 25 years with GD, she also worked on the Littoral Combat Ship Program and was General Dynamics NASSCO’s director of repair administration.