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Canada selects German manufacturer TKMS for submarine order

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement New plan
  • Canada has selected German manufacturer TKMS as the preferred bidder for a submarine construction project.
  • The deal involves the construction of up to twelve submarines.
  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the decision.

Canada has chosen the German shipbuilding company Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) as the preferred supplier for a significant submarine procurement project. The announcement was made by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

The deal, valued in the billions, will see TKMS construct up to twelve submarines for the Canadian navy. This selection marks a major step in Canada's efforts to modernize its naval capabilities and bolster its defense infrastructure.

TKMS, a subsidiary of Thyssenkrupp's industrial conglomerate, is a well-established player in the global submarine market, known for its advanced naval technology. The selection process likely involved rigorous evaluation of technical specifications, cost, and long-term support.

Further details regarding the contract's specifics, including the exact number of submarines and the timeline for delivery, are expected to be released shortly. This development underscores the strong defense ties between Canada and Germany within the NATO alliance.

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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.