War Zone – In controversial statements, Peter Dutton says that plans existed to buy two of the U.S.-made submarines by 2030.
Category Archives: RoyalAustralianNavy
Australia to Build New Sub Base for Nuclear Attack Boat Fleet
USNI News – The Royal Australian Navy will establish a new submarine base on its east coast to host its planned nuclear-powered submarines and to complement the existing Fleet Base West, Garden Island submarine base, Australian officials said on Monday. The government is considering three possible locations for the new base – Brisbane, Newcastle and Port Kembla – down from 19 initial candidates.
Australia demands answers from China over alleged laser incident at sea
CNN – Australia is demanding China investigate the alleged use of a laser to “illuminate” an Australian jet in waters off the country’s north coast in an incident that threatens to worsen relations between the two countries.
Nuclear-powered submarines for Australia: what are the options?
The Strategist – The political and strategic ramifications of the AUKUS pact involving the US, UK and Australia continue to reverberate, but the details of how Australia will acquire nuclear-powered submarines (SSNs) have often been overlooked. There are daunting technical, industrial and financial challenges on the long road to joining that club.
Australia and Papua New Guinea revive World War II-era naval base built by Americans
Stars and Stripes – Australia and Papua New Guinea have completed first steps and begun major refurbishment of a navy base built by U.S. forces on Manus Island, Papua New Guinea, during World War II.
Nuclear submarines for Australia – what are the options?
Navy Lookout – The political and strategic ramifications of the AUKUS pact announced in September continue to reverberate but the details of how Australia will actually acquire nuclear-powered submarines have been rather overlooked. Here we focus on the daunting technical, industrial and financial challenges to be overcome on the long road to joining the SSN club.
Delivering a stronger Navy, faster
Australian Strategic Policy Institute – Serious risks are being realised in the Royal Australian Navy’s twin transitions in its surface combatant and submarine fleets. As Australia’s strategic circumstances become more dangerous, Defence needs to adopt hedging measures to actively address the capability risks in its acquisition plans.
(Thanks to Alain)
What AUKUS Means For Australia: More Than Nuclear Subs
Breaking Defense – When the United States, United Kingdom and Australia announced their new AUKUS agreement, the major focus was on the path for Australia to acquire nuclear-powered submarines for the first time. But that headline aside, there is much more to the agreement, which could represent a major shift in Indo-Pacific strategic and military relations for the three nations.
Don’t Count Your Submarines Before They’re Built
War on the Rocks – Because AUKUS focuses on technology sharing, it is different than a traditional arms sale, and this difference has two key implications. First, the deal is a stronger signal of the participants’ long-term concern about China’s rise. Second, and conversely, it will be more difficult to implement the deal in a way that lives up to its claims.
The 5 Main Options For Australia’s AUKUS Nuclear Submarine Deal
Naval News – As Australia looks set to join the elite club of nuclear submarine operators, we explore the options. The U.S. Navy’s Virginia Class? The Royal Navy’s Astute Class? Or something new? We have identified the 5 most obvious candidates.
Submarine Upgrade Will Extend Australian Navy’s Collins Class To 2048
Naval News – Hints are emerging as to what the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) might be planning for their Collins Class submarines. They are often regarded as among the best long-range non-nuclear submarines in the World. But they require upgrades to keep them up there until 2048 when nuclear boats are expected to take over.
The AUKUS Deal: Self-Reflection Required
RUSI – The hardest part of the AUKUS deal could be keeping Australia happy – as France has found out.
Developing, Building Australian Nuclear Submarine Could Take Decades
USNI News – The effort to build Australia’s fleet of nuclear attack submarines could take decades to both design the boats and create the shipbuilding capacity and adequate oversight to support the effort, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday said on Thursday.
Perception that France is ‘too soft’ on China fed Australia submarine dispute
France 24 – As France rages over last week’s Australia-UK-US (AUKUS) defence deal that saw Canberra ditch multibillion dollar submarine contracts, analysts suggest Paris should not have been so shocked – considering Australia’s desire for nuclear submarine technology rooted in its fear of a Chinese threat, alongside a broader Anglophone perception that France’s China policy is too ambiguous.
Why Nuclear Submarines For Australia Make Perfect Sense
1945 – James Holmes writes that nuclear-powered boats make perfect sense for Australia.
New Australia Nuclear Sub Deal Brings Big Questions, Hard Road Ahead
Breaking Defense – The trilateral defense pact laid out by President Joe Biden and counterparts Wednesday will present serious workforce challenges for Australia, a precedent-setting discussion of non-proliferation policy and could take two decades before coming to fruition.
French Attack Boat Design, Costs Opened Door to Nuclear Australian Sub Says Expert
USNI News – Australia’s surprise move to procure nuclear-powered submarines (SSNs) with U.S. and U.K. follows difficulties the country has experienced on its SEA 1000 Attack-class future submarine program and the realization that a conventionally powered submarine (SSK) will not meet its future needs.
UK, US and Australia launch landmark security pact
BBC – The UK, US and Australia have announced a special security pact to share advanced technologies including nuclear-powered submarine know-how.
Attack Class Submarine : French President And Australian PM Confirm Strong Partnership
Naval News – French president and Australian prime minister confirmed the strategic partnership the two nations share, and the importance of the Attack Class Submarine.
Australia To Upgrade All Its Aging Submarines Amid Chronic Delays To Its New French Design
War Zone – The costly refurbishment comes as the government confirms its new submarines won’t be fully combat-ready until 2054.
What war between Australia and China could look like if Taiwan conflict escalates
News.com.au – The idea sounds grand – charging forth, flags flying, to save a bullied island friend. But China’s been preparing for this for decades.
Australia And Naval Group Ink Agreement On Attack-Class Submarine Program
Naval News – Australia’s Future Submarine Program has reached a major milestone with the conclusion of negotiations between the Department of Defence and Naval Group for the amendments to the Strategic Partnering Agreement.
Government submarine contract sunk and unlikely to resurface
Independent Australia – The submarine deal France proudly called ‘the contract of the Century’ appears to have collapsed
Australia invests in advanced maritime weapons, minehunters
Defense News – Australia’s defense minister announced initiatives Monday that will fund early development work on a range of advanced guided weapons and new mine countermeasures/hydrographic ships for the Royal Australian Navy.
Australia Reportedly Looking At An Alternative To Its Costly New French-Designed Submarines
War Zone – Australia’s plans to introduce 12 advanced new Attack class submarines may have hit a new snag. The huge cost of the French-designed conventional submarines, which will likely feature air-independent propulsionand other advanced technologies, means that officials may be examining whether they might instead replace the Royal Australian Navy’s six existing Collins class boats with an updated version of this same design.
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