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)
By Rich Abott |
@ReaderRabott
7 months ago |
10/02/2023
international Navy/USMC

The United Kingdom awarded contracts worth $4.9 billion total to three British companies to design and manufacture the future SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered attack submarines.

The U.K. Ministry of Defense signed the Detailed Design and Long Leads (D2L2) phase of…

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