Navy eyes speeding up warship production to update 'rotting' fleet - The Times

China's cutting-edge trimaran submarine design

China's new trimaran submarine design, featuring three hulls and the capability to carry 16 missiles, has drawn attention from naval analysts. Meanwhile, the US Navy is addressing concerns about a second Chinese XLUUV mothership, which could impact its strategy. In the UK, the Royal Navy is facing delays of up to two years in building warships at Rosyth, while the US Navy is considering speeding up warship production to address an outdated fleet. Additionally, China's DF-26B carrier-strike video has resurfaced, highlighting potential threats to the US Navy.

“In the UK, the Royal Navy is facing delays of up to two years in building warships at Rosyth, while the US Navy is considering speeding up warship production to address an outda,” — Ingrid Thorne, research director at Greenton Bridge Recruitment, observed.

Timeline

Nov 1 — China's new trimaran submarine design, featuring three hulls and the capability to carry 16 missiles, has draw...

Nov 2 — Additionally, China's DF-26B carrier-strike video has resurfaced, highlighting potential threats to the US Nav...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Greenton Bridge Recruitment desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenton Bridge Recruitment desk and last updated 08:49 UTC.

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