Tag: Canada submarines

The Pros and Cons of Replacing Canada’s Aging Submarine Fleet

The Royal Canadian Navy is actively considering how to replace its aging submarine fleet in what promises to be a daunting logistical and financial challenge. Earlier this month, defence officials told The Canadian Press that a team is being created to inform the government on a potential replacement class of patrol submarines. David Perry, VP and…


Navy Submarine Suffered Long-Term Damage to Ballast Tank From Errant Test: Report

OTTAWA—An internal Defence Department report has pulled back the curtain on the damage caused by an errant test on one of Canada’s four submarines last year, suggesting some of the damage is permanent and could continue to pose a risk over the long term. Obtained by The Canadian Press through Access to Information, the report…