I'm curious whether the naval forces are planning to establish a second center for submarine construction infrastructure outside of Gölcük in the coming period, and whether they are considering private sector cooperation, particularly in the production of hull blocks.
There is a midget submarine project coordinated by STM, and even smaller tonnage armed unmanned submarine projects. In addition to maintaining the existing submarine fleet, the Milden project has begun, and there are ongoing studies on Nükden, which could be the next major challenge for the Turkish defense industry in the long term, for the next decades. The production and maintenance of at least 3-4 specialized submarine classes for different theaters/types will be undertaken.
While Turkiye is already one of the world's leading conventional submarine operators, there is a clear tendency to nationalize and increase both its capabilities and quantitative strength. Should the industry supporting this strength be concentrated in the Gulf of Izmit, or should it be distributed to a certain extent within the country?
Golcuk is experienced in submarine manufacturing Which is a very specialised technology. But as certain parts and blocks are manufactured by the eco system they have set up, under their watchful eyes another production line elsewhere can be set up. Our
@Anmdt can enlighten us better about this.
In view of our discussion earlier with
@Gessler regarding SSN production there are some important points that need to be looked in to.
1. SSNs are very expensive and are big ships. If they are nuclear powered attack subs then they are 6000-10000tons. But if they are ballistic missile SSNs then they are 15000-24000ton giants.
2. Building them is not an easy task. It needs very specialised technology and know how.
3. Also Li-Ion based submarines like the 3000ton class, Taigei Class of Japan are a choice. They are quiet and fast subs that can stay submerged for longer than a week. These are probably more within our reach.
4. AIP powered subs are too slow to escort large flotillas in open seas. But they are extra quiet. In fact they are claimed to be quieter than many modern SSNs. Spanish Navantia S80+ class subs use a new method of hydrogen production via bio-ethanol which gives these subs capability to charge it’s batteries without rising to periscope depth to start the diesel engines for recharging and can travel a little faster than other AIP subs. Navantia has allegedly granted a production licence for these to the Turkish Navy.
interested parties can read below article for further info on s80+ sub.
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