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After 9 years and 251 pages, would it be the time to start a new thread called anything like "River-class destroyers construction" ?

Following the "new established tradition" of four-letters acronyms, will these be called SSKA (attack submarines, Arctic)? maybe SSKM (M for missiles)? or just SSKT? (lol) Apart from that, some news on the Indian submarines procurement process...

Oooops, sorry, my error. I thought that each ExLS cell was equivalent to a mk.41 cell. After reviewing Lockheed Martin brochure, seems clear it is not ready for the loads I mentioned. Thanks for pointing me that. Then my question is... could it be possible to replace those 6 cells with a...

Would be a nonsense to remove those 6 ExLS cells if the weight balances allow to keep them. Possible uses: 24 x ESSM 6 x SM-2 6 x VLA (antisubmarines)

Since methanol and ethanol have much lower freezing point (and viscosity) than marine fuel. Would it be an option in the mid-long term to use them for propulsion in the Arctic? Much easier to store them at the refuelling station. Just asking.

Sorry, can't see 12 EXLS silos, I think they're still six, for 24 quad-packed missiles. Even if they are RAMs, it does not seem easy to reload at sea. If they could be reloaded, so could the CAMMs, I guess.

The Vigilance concept has reminded me this other MCM concept ship: BMT's Venari 85. https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/europe/images/bmt-venari-85-image01.jpg https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/europe/bmt-venari.htm...

https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/the-house-always-wins-how-to-boost-adf-recruitment/ An option for enhancing recruitment: housing support, same issue in Australia as here.

Not much has been discussed here about the six proposed Australian "arsenal ships", officially known as "optionally crewed". IIRC V.Adm. Topshee also introduced that idea, however I have not seen any movement from RCN to join RAN in this issue.

Do you refer to this? https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053143/mediaviewer/rm4209802241/?ref_=tt_md_4

The old slowpoke reactor power, 20kW, would not be sufficient. The "new slowpoke" has 5MW, which would be probably enough to reach 21-22 knots in a Type 212CD. This is the eVinci reactor which is going to be tested in Saskatchewan for civilian purposes, project contract signed last year. Should...

Was this the "replacing the subs" thread? 🙊

https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/defence/royal-navy-warship-hms-prince-of-wales-could-be-sold-4537764 I don't believe it's gonna be serious, probably just demanding more funds, but... who knows?

I think it would be feasible to install 3 or 4 mk41 vls tactical modules, that is 24-32 cells for ESSM (quadpacked), SM-2 or even VLA (for ASW) . Either forming a square in the center-line of the multimission bay or arranged in a row, letting still a lot of space on both sides. This would play...

Hello, and Merry Christmas. Has anyone found the correct link to download the english version of the Maritime Eng. Journal (106)? Every link directs to the French version. Thank you.

Problems do arise when undermanning the vessels... https://www.navylookout.com/the-f-35-accident-report-a-reality-check-for-uk-carrier-strike/

It would be a nice idea to early join NL & UK in this project. https://www.navylookout.com/multi-role-support-ships-the-future-of-royal-navy-amphibious-capability/ With about 12 ships to be built, it would not be an orphan class. If there was place for hull reinforcement for operation in iced...

Might the USN be also targeting buying foreign (Japanese) boats? Should the RCN buy 12 of them, would earn lots of "bonus points" as a credible, reliable ally. https://www.19fortyfive.com/2023/07/the-u-s-navy-needs-diesel-electric-submarines-now/

I agree somehow with YZT580, however that should not be an issue during peacetime (maybe >90% of the time?) and would extend either the patrol time or the boat's life. I wonder if towing the boats could also work. In such a case the solution might be a mix of tender, towing and...

In the link below there is a 4 pages undated paper (2022?) from Vice-Admiral R. Davidson about Submarine procurement. Short but ticks many points. It brings up the concept of a Heavy Lift Ship for overseas deployments, which had been earlier raised in Starshell review (Aug. 2022)...