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Defense / Naval Systems

With Silent Power Comes Unspoken Responsibility

August 22, 2023August 17, 2023 - by Richard Sterk

The operation of a ballistic missile nuclear submarine (SSBN) fleet is the price of admission to the “top table” of national prestige and influence.  A great power operates SSBNs; if …

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a submarine sails in front of a surface warship
Defense / Naval Systems / North America

Royal Canadian Navy Wants 12 New Submarines

April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 - by Shaun McDougall

The Royal Canadian Navy is pushing the government to support a program to build up to 12 new submarines, according to a report from the Ottawa Citizen. The government is …

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U.S. Navy warships transit the Philippine Sea in formation
Defense / Naval Systems / North America

New Details Emerge about U.S. Navy’s Desired Fleet Size

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 - by Shaun McDougall

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Michael Gilday released a public version of his 2022 Navigation Plan (NAVPLAN) that includes details of the Navy’s desire for a fleet of 373 battle …

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Defense / Naval Systems

Timeline for the Netherlands’ Walrus-Class Submarine Replacement Program Pushed Out

October 28, 2021October 28, 2021 - by Daniel Darling

The Netherlands’ defense minister, Henk Kamp, has informed the Dutch Parliament that a major defense project to replace the Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) fleet of Walrus class submarines will miss …

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Defense / Featured / Naval Systems / Pacific Rim

Australia’s Surprise Decision and the Dynamics of the World Submarine Market

September 20, 2021October 12, 2021 - by Richard Sterk

  Australia’s cancellation of its contract with France’s Naval Group for 12 Shortfin Barracuda class submarines (the Shortfin being a conventionally powered variant of the nuclear-powered Barracuda) in favor of …

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submarine on the surface of the ocean
Featured / Geopolitics

The Fallout from Australia’s Submarine Decision and Other Ramifications of the AUKUS Pact

September 17, 2021September 21, 2021 - by Daniel Darling

The decision by Australia to scrap its $66 billion deal to purchase French-designed submarines in favor of a nuclear-powered option enveloped within a broader three-nation security pact with the U.S. …

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Featured / Geopolitics

Going Nuclear: Australia Joins U.S.-U.K. for Future Submarine Solution

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 - by Daniel Darling

In a surprise move, Australia has opted to cancel its plans for 12 French-designed conventional submarines and instead utilize American and British nuclear-powered technology for its future fleet as part …

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Defense / Naval Systems

India’s Defense Ministry Issues First P-75I Submarine Tender

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021 - by Daniel Darling

The Indian Ministry of Defense (MoD) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the construction of six new Project 75(India) (P-75I) diesel-electric attack submarines (SSKs) featuring air-independent propulsion (AIP) …

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Defense / Missiles / North America

U.S. Navy Fields W76-2 Low-Yield Sub-Launched Nuclear Warhead

February 4, 2020February 4, 2020 - by Shaun McDougall

The U.S. Navy has fielded the W76-2 low-yield nuclear warhead, which is used on the submarine-launched Trident II ballistic missile.  The low-yield weapon is a variant of the standard W76-1 …

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Defense / Naval Systems / North America

U.S. Navy Awards $22 Billion Contract for Nine Virginia Class Subs

December 3, 2019December 3, 2019 - by Shaun McDougall

The U.S. Navy has awarded a $22.2 billion contract to General Dynamics Electric Boat for nine Block V Virginia class submarines, of which eight will be equipped with the Virginia …

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