Italian shipbuilding giant Fincantieri and German defense company thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) have officially signed an industrial cooperation agreement to provide the Philippine Navy with advanced submarine capability solutions. Announced on April 16, 2025, this strategic partnership aims to merge the technological expertise and production experience of both companies to offer a comprehensive and modern submarine solution tailored for the needs of the Philippines. The centerpiece of this collaboration is the U212 Near Future Submarine (U212 NFS), a next-generation submarine currently being built by Fincantieri for the Italian Navy. Read full Naval News at this link ...
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| Scale model of the U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS) displayed at the World Defense Show 2024, showcasing advanced features of the next-generation platform. (Picture source: Army Recognition Group) |
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