German Firm TkMS Wins Indian AIP Submarine Contract, Defeating Spanish Navantia
Key Ideas
- German company TkMS secures the Indian AIP submarine contract, outperforming Spanish Navantia, after the latter's proposal was deemed non-compliant with Indian Navy requirements.
- The deal, valued at over $8.2 billion, will see state-owned Mazagaon Dockyards Limited and TkMS as the only remaining vendors for constructing six submarines, surpassing the defense ministry's set benchmark.
- TkMS offers a customized Type 214 submarine equipped with advanced AIP technology, Lithium-ion battery, and sensor systems, giving them an edge over Navantia's S-80-class submarines with a Bioethanol-based AIP system.
- The win positions TkMS to potentially expand naval vessel exports and establish India as a global shipbuilding hub if the partnership with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders is successful in securing further contracts.
The 'much anticipated' Indian AIP submarine contract has been awarded to German firm TkMS, surpassing the proposal of L&T in partnership with Spanish Navantia. The rejection of the latter's offer due to non-compliance with Indian Navy requirements paved the way for Mazagaon Dockyards Limited and TkMS to be the sole contenders for constructing six submarines worth over $8.2 billion. TkMS proposed a customized Type 214 submarine integrated with cutting-edge AIP technology, Lithium-ion battery, and advanced sensor systems, giving them an advantage over Navantia's S-80-class submarines featuring a Bioethanol-based AIP system. The Indian Navy's focus on critical capabilities like land-attack, anti-ship warfare, and AIP underscores the significance of TkMS's win. The firm's commitment to potential naval exports and plans for joint manufacturing in India could elevate the country's status as a global shipbuilding hub.
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