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Hadrian opens ‘Factory of the Future’ in Alabama to boost U.S. Navy nuclear submarine production capacity
The 2.2 million square foot facility will operate as a highly automated “factory of the future,” producing parts, assemblies and finished products identified as key drivers of submarine production timelines. Increased output is expected to reduce bottlenecks and enable faster delivery of submarines. The project is funded through a public-private partnership combining $900 million…
U.S. Navy installs first welded additively manufactured flange on USS Washington in submarine maintenance milestone
The flange, produced using additive manufacturing techniques from copper-nickel material, is the first of its kind to be welded at a U.S. public shipyard. The effort reflects a broader push to integrate advanced manufacturing solutions into operational naval platforms. The initiative followed a directive to accelerate adoption of additive manufacturing across the submarine force,…
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: Gastops and TKMS partner to establish in-service support centre of excellence in Canada
Gastops and TKMS have signed a teaming agreement to support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project through the creation of a new support capability in Canada.
German Budget Committee approves next step in TKMS MEKO A-200 programme for four new navy frigates
Germany’s parliamentary Budget Committee has approved the next phase of the MEKO A-200 DEU programme, paving the way for the planned procurement of four new frigates from TKMS.
U.S. Navy awards $15.4 billion contract modification to advance Columbia-class submarine program through 2035
The United States Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $15.38 billion contract modification to support the Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine program.
France unveils name of next-generation nuclear aircraft carrier as PANG programme advances toward build phase
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France’s next-generation nuclear-powered aircraft carrier will be named “France Libre.”
Swedish Defence Minister visits HMS Uppland in Poland as Stockholm and Warsaw deepen strategic submarine cooperation
Sweden’s Minister for Defence Pål Jonson visited the Swedish submarine HMS Uppland in the Polish port of Gdynia during last week’s State Visit to Poland.