Norway’s 212CD submarine program is on track for delivery in the early 2030s, while Norway invests in upgrading its aging Ula-class submarines. To extend the Ula-class’ service life, Norway signed a NOK436 million (US$41.6 million) upgrade agreement with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace. The Ula-class, in service since the 1980s, is nearing the end of its operational lifespan, but these upgrades will sustain the fleet until the 212CD submarines are ready. Kongsberg, the original combat system supplier for the Ula-class, is responsible for both hardware and software upgrades. The 212CD program, developed with ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems, recently completed its critical design review, keeping it on schedule for delivery in the 2030s.
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