Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems to build submarines for Canada
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Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS), Canadian Government
Canada, Germany
July 6, 2026
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Canada has selected Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) to build up to 12 submarines. The deal aims to replace the existing Victoria-class fleet. The German government supported the bid for the multi-billion dollar contract.
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