The Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Colorado (SSN 788) is seen before at the commissioning ceremony at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., on March 17, 2018. Dana Jensen/The Day via AP
The United States has named the first nuclear-powered submarine to be deployed to Western Australia under the AUKUS defence agreement, marking a significant milestone in Australia’s plan to operate its own nuclear-powered submarine fleet.
Australia has already undertaken maintenance activities involving U.S. submarines at HMAS Stirling, including work on the USS Vermont in 2025.The next major milestone is expected in the early 2030s, when Australia is scheduled to receive its first Virginia-class submarine from the United States.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.
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