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Denmark is considering reintroducing submarines to its defense capabilities, according to the chairman of the Danish Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael Aastrup Jensen.

Fincantieri and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems partner to support Philippine Navy modernisation

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has entered into a strategic partnership with thyssenkrupp Marine Systems through an Industrial Collaboration Agreement.

German defence contractor thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) and Norwegian shipyard Ulstein Verft have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to strengthen industrial cooperation. The agreement was formalised at the Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) exhibition in Oslo, highlighting a shared ambition to support Norway’s future naval projects.

tkMS and Ulstein Verft sign Letter of Intent to support future Norwegian frigate programme

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German defence contractor thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) and Norwegian shipyard Ulstein Verft have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to strengthen industrial cooperation.

Poland is at a pivotal moment in its naval defence strategy, as discussions regarding the procurement of new submarines become increasingly pressing. The Orka programme, which aims to acquire three or four modern conventional submarines equipped with Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems, has gained renewed urgency following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. However, recent reports suggest that Poland is also exploring the possibility of acquiring midget-class submarines from Italy. Should this decision lead to delays or an outright cancellation of the Orka programme, it would represent a significant strategic miscalculation.

Poland’s naval strategy: why midget submarines are not a viable alternative to conventional submarines

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Poland is at a pivotal moment in its naval defence strategy, as discussions regarding the procurement of new submarines become increasingly pressing.

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) has been commissioned by Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) to develop the Interactive Defence and Attack System for Submarines (IDAS). The contract, signed in late 2023, aims to develop and qualify a guided missile system for submarines to counter air threats.

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems commissioned to advance IDAS air defence system for submarines

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The IDAS system is being developed in collaboration with Diehl Defence, combining the expertise of both companies within the IDAS Consortium.

In December 2024, Germany's Bundestag budget committee has approved funding for the construction of six Type 127 air defence frigates, including five confirmed vessels and an option for a sixth. These advanced ships will replace the three Sachsen-class (Type 124) frigates commissioned between 2004 and 2006, which are set to be retired in the early 2030s.

Germany: Bundestag approves funding for Type 127 air defence frigates

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In December 2024, Germany’s Bundestag budget committee has approved funding for the construction of six Type 127 air defence frigates.

Plath Systems & Integration has been subcontracted by Indra to provide modern reconnaissance solutions for the six Type 212CD submarines for the Norwegian and German navies

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems secures record expansion of 212CD submarine programme

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German government orders four more submarines of the Type 212CD for the German Navy.

The Albanese Government has selected Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) from Germany and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries from Japan to progress designs for Australia’s new general-purpose frigates. The decision marks a significant step in equipping the Royal Australian Navy with a more formidable surface combatant fleet.

Australia advances general purpose frigate program with European and Japanese shipbuilders

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The Albanese Government has selected tkMS from Germany and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries from Japan to progress designs for Australia’s new general-purpose frigates.

Germany plans to acquire four additional 212CD submarines in EUR 4.7 billion deal

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Germany’s Defence Ministry has announced plans to procure four additional Type 212CD submarines, in a deal valued at over EUR 4.7 billion.

The Norwegian Ministry of Defence has announced the successful completion of the Critical Design Review (CDR) for the German-Norwegian Type 212CD submarine programme. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the joint project between the two nations, as it concludes the design phase of the new submarines.

German shipbuilder thyssenkrupp Marine Systems reports strong growth in 2023/2024 fiscal year

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thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (tkMS) has announced robust growth for the 2023/2024 financial year, with significant increases in sales, adjusted EBIT, and order intake.