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These submarines, together with the Archer-class
submarines, will replace the ageing Challenger-class submarines. The
Challenger-class submarines were built in the 1960s and will be progressively
retired from service.
The replacement submarines will have significantly improved capabilities
and be equipped with Air Independent Propulsion systems.
Update: Contacted by Navy Recognition, TKMS explained:
HDW Class 218SG is a customised design from ThyssenKrupp Marine
Systems. The submarines, which will be fitted out with an air independent
propulsion system, are going to be built at the Kiel premises of ThyssenKrupp
Marine Systems.
Compared to the present ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems submarines, the
new design has been customised to house additional equipment for present
and future operational requirements. Special attention has also been
paid to the ultra-modern layout of the tailor-made Combat System of
these submarines. ST Electronics, being part of the ST Engineering group,
will co-develop such Combat System with Atlas Elektronik GmbH.
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