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Australia To Announce AUKUS Sub Shipbuilder Within A Year

Monday, November 13th, 2023

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Australia To Announce AUKUS Sub Shipbuilder Within A Year

BAE Systems's concept image of the future SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered attack submarine, which will start to be fielded by both the UK and Australia in the late 2030s and 2040s. (Image: BAE Systems)

The Australian government is expected within a year to announce the shipbuilding company that will work with the U.K. to build its next-generation nuclear-powered attack submarines, a Royal Australian Navy officer told reporters Nov. 8. The official said a partner has already been nominated and the government will likely reveal the choice within 12 months. “In Australia, we've nominated the partner to build the actual construction yard. And that work is scheduled to begin later this year. Inside the next…

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