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future submarine program

Ten of the newest prospective submariners conduct a realistic job preview with the Submarine Recruiting, Mentoring and Development Team at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia. Story by Sub-Lieutenant Tahlia Merigan.
News Royal Australian Navy 

Submariners excited by sea of opportunity

24/03/2023 Posted by Mike Hughes 2333 Views 0 Comments AUKUS, future submarine program, HMAS Stirling

On the same day Australia announced its acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines, 10 prospective submariners got a taste of the job.

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French company DCNS' Shortfin Barracuda, as proposed for Australia’s future submarine.
Australian Europe News 

Australia to pay $830million compo for cancelled subs contract

12/06/2022 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2793 Views 4 Comments future submarine program

The Australian government has finalised negotiations with Naval Group to conclude the Attack-class submarine program. The former government made the

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Letters to the Editor 

“Nuclear submarines beyond Australian-industry skillsets” – peak welding body

10/11/2021 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2474 Views 0 Comments future submarine program