NATO interoperability cited as key factor as Canada picks Germany over Korea in submarine project

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...

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 []

Hanwha's Canada submarine setback exposes NATO hurdle for Korean defense industry

South Korea’s failed bid to win Canada’s next-generation submarine project has highlighted both the competitiveness of its defense industry and the limits it faces in major NATO markets. On Monday, Canada named Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems as the preferred bidder for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. The program calls for up to 12 conventionally powered submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy. Hanwha Ocean, which competed with its KSS-III-based proposal, was named the reserve bidder

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.

NATO ties trump Korea in Canada's submarine bid

NATO ties trump Korea in Canada's submarine bid

Canada taps Germany's TKMS for submarines ahead of NATO summit

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5 key takeaways from Canada choosing Germany's submarine bid

5 key takeaways from Canada choosing Germany's submarine bid

Why Japan and South Korea’s Deepening Defense Ties Are Good News for the US

Two of America’s closest security partners in Asia, Japan and South Korea, have historically struggled to cooperate due to historical animosities. However, at the urging of the U.S., in recent years Tokyo and Seoul have increasingly collaborated with each other and trilaterally with Washington. Last month, that cooperation took another step forward. Japanese Defense Minister...

Türkiye commits to procure long-range Atmaca cruise missiles, NATO deputy chief says

6 NATO allies also join initiative for large-scale development, procurement of low-cost ground-launched cruise missiles

Can NATO Defend the Arctic as Russia Expands Military Power?

NATO is stepping up efforts to strengthen its Arctic defenses as Russia continues expanding its military presence across the High North. The alliance launched Arctic Sentry, a new initiative designed to reassure the United States that European allies and Canada can take greater responsibility for securing NATO’s northern flank amid growing geopolitical competition. The renewed [] The post Can NATO Defend the Arctic as Russia Expands Military Power? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

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How NATO can strengthen the transatlantic defense industrial base in Ankara and beyond

It is critical to ensure that US and European efforts to strengthen their respective defense industrial bases are reinforcing and mutually beneficial. The post How NATO can strengthen the transatlantic defense industrial base in Ankara and beyond appeared first on Atlantic Council.

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...

Poland says US troop reductions in Europe are 'clearly coming'

Ahead of the NATO summit, Poland's foreign minister told CNN's Jim Sciutto that Europe must take on more conventional defense capabilities while the US continues providing strategic support such as intelligence, logistics and nuclear deterrence.

Germany Eyes €100 Billion Canada Submarine Deal

Germany is seeking to deepen defense ties with Canada through a submarine agreement potentially worth 100 billion, in what could become the largest naval procurement deal in the history of both countries.

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

Canada has selected Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems to build up to 12 submarines, one of its largest military purchases, as it boosts defense spending to meet NATO targets

South Korea arms chief cites NATO ties in Canada sub loss

South Korea arms chief cites NATO ties in Canada sub loss

Canada Taps Germany for Naval Demand

Canada has officially selected Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) as the preferred builder for a new fleet of 12 submarines. The program is expected to cost roughly C60 billion, making it one of the largest military procurements in Canadian history. Prime Minister Mark Carney is making the announcement just before the NATO summit, where member []

Canada chooses German submarines for navy fleet

Canada is designating German manufacturer TKMS as the preferred supplier for our next fleet of submarines. This will be the largest defence procurement in our nation's history and it will have enormous, lasting benefits for Canadian industries and workers, Carney said.

[Editorial] Defense cooperation with NATO could cost Korea

[Editorial] Defense cooperation with NATO could cost Korea

Germany Eyes PAC-3 Patriot Production Deal Ahead of Ankara NATO Summit

Berlin is reportedly trying to secure arms deals with the US to make PAC-3 Patriot missiles and Tomahawk cruise missiles domestically. Reports suggest that Berlin is cashing in on Washington’s warming attitudes towards Ukraine and Europe by framing it as a win-win deal to help refill stockpiles and bolster Europe’s defense, while stabilizing transatlantic ties with Trump.

Five things you should know about Canada’s new fleet of submarines

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government is set to name Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems as the preferred bidder to build the navy’s next fleet of submarines, according to multiple media reports. That means Canada will now enter into months of closed-door negotiations with the winner. TKMS had been competing with South Korean defence [] The post Five things you should know about Canada’s new fleet of submarines appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Five NATO nations plan a Patriot missile repair hub inside Europe

The United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden signed a joint government-to-government agreement at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum in Ankara, Türkiye, on July 7 to explore building a dedicated PAC-3 missile maintenance facility somewhere in Europe, a move Lockheed Martin says would give NATO its first in-region repair and sustainment hub for []

NATO allies now assume more security responsibilities — Pentagon

Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby says Washington wants to see NATO as an alliance of partnership, not dependency

NATO Summit Opens in Ankara as New Defense Deals Fuel Militarization Concerns

Major Western defense companies are expected to discuss efforts to integrate military supply chains across member states. On Thuesday, the summit of the leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) opened in Ankara with a Defense Industry Forum, unveiling major defense industry initiatives aimed at accelerating weapons production and procurement, amid growing concerns over []

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News24 | In pivot to NATO, Canada picks German firm to produce 12 new submarines

Canada has chosen Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems to build its new multi-billion-dollar fleet of submarines, Prime Minister Mark Carney said, as his government works to deepen defence ties with European NATO allies.

Defense industrial base kicks into high gear for US, Europe

The United States and Europe made several defense contracting announcements this week at the NATO Summit in Ankara, Turkey, totaling approximately 3 billion that will improve the military capabilities of countries on both sides of the Atlantic. While many of the deals will take years to fully complete, the push is a part of the []...Click to read more