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Canada to buy 12 hi-tech German submarines after bidding war

The Guardian

The Guardian

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July 6, 2026

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Canada to buy 12 hi-tech German submarines after bidding war

TKMS beats South Korean rival to multibillion-dollar contract that will deepen Canada’s Nato tiesCanada has selected a German consortium to build a dozen cutting-edge submarines in one of the country’s largest-ever defence contracts that will further deepen its Nato ties before a crucial summit this week.On Monday the prime minister, Mark Carney, announced the winner of a tightly contested battle for the lucrative government contract to replace their fleet of ageing, secondhand subs, most of which are undergoing maintenance. Continue reading...

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The Eastern Herald

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· Jul 7, 2026

Canada Picks Germany’s TKMS for 12 Submarines in Its Largest Defence Deal Ever

Canada selected Germany's TKMS to build up to 12 submarines in its largest-ever defence deal, PM Carney announced at CFB Halifax on Monday. The estimated 40-50 billion deal, made with NATO ally Norway, delivers Arctic-capable vessels by 2034 and marks a strategic turn toward European allies.

CBC News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Carney to choose Germany and Norway to build Canada's submarines

Carney to choose Germany and Norway to build Canada's submarines

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 6, 2026

Canada picks German firm for new submarine fleet, South Korean competitor loses out

In a closely watched outcome, Canada on Monday chose a major German defence contractor over its South Korean competitor to build a US multibillion-dollar fleet of submarines, as mid-tier nations increasingly work together in the face of a less reliable United States. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that Ottawa chose Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS)’s package over Hanwha Ocean Company’s. The move is expected to strengthen ties between Canada and Nato, which is holding a two-day summit...

DNyuz

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· Jul 7, 2026

Canada selects Germany’s ThyssenKrupp to build submarine fleet as it boosts NATO spending

TORONTO — Canada on Monday named Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems as the preferred supplier for up to 12 submarines in what Prime Minister Mark Carney called the country’s largest military procurement. The decision came before Carney headed to this week’s NATO summit, where allies face pressure to back higher defense spending with concrete plans. Carney said that []

DW News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Canada chooses Germany for submarine deal | DW News

Canada has announced a major submarine deal with German naval shipbuilder TKMS. It will add 12 more submarines to the country's existing fleet of four. The bid was put forward by Germany and Norway. #canada #submarine #tkms #navalship #dwgermanpolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Loonie Politics

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· Jul 7, 2026

Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money

VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount of opportunity” to propel British Columbia’s shipping industry, political and business leaders say. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced in Halifax on Monday that Canada has chosen German defence manufacturer TKMS as the preferred supplier of up 12 submarines, with both [] The post Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money appeared first on Loonie Politics.

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Related coverage for "Canada to buy 12 hi-tech German submarines after bidding war": The Eastern Herald — Canada Picks Germany’s TKMS for 12 Submarines in Its Largest Defence Deal Ever. CBC News — Carney to choose Germany and Norway to build Canada's submarines. South China Morning Post — Canada picks German firm for new submarine fleet, South Korean competitor loses out. DNyuz — Canada selects Germany’s ThyssenKrupp to build submarine fleet as it boosts NATO spending. DW News — Canada chooses Germany for submarine deal | DW News. Loonie Politics — Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money