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

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July 7, 2026

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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.

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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

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.

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...

Reuters

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· Jul 7, 2026

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

Canada said it has selected Germany's TKMS to build up to 12 submarines ‌for its navy, deepening defense ties with Europe ahead of a NATO summit in Turkey. #News #Canada #Germany #Submarines #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3TmPnLS 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

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 []

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

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Related coverage for "News24 | In pivot to NATO, Canada picks German firm to produce 12 new submarines": DW News — Canada chooses Germany for submarine deal | DW News. The Eastern Herald — Canada Picks Germany’s TKMS for 12 Submarines in Its Largest Defence Deal Ever. South China Morning Post — Canada picks German firm for new submarine fleet, South Korean competitor loses out. Reuters — Canada taps Germany's TKMS for submarines ahead of NATO summit. DNyuz — Canada selects Germany’s ThyssenKrupp to build submarine fleet as it boosts NATO spending. CBC News — Carney to choose Germany and Norway to build Canada's submarines