Hanwha Ocean unveils advanced submarine class during shipyard tour
What happened
Hanwha Ocean opened the interior of the Seo Hui, the second Jangbogo-III Batch-II submarine, to the media in Geoje, South Gyeongsang Province. The vessel, which measures about 89 meters long and has a displacement of 3,600 tons, is currently under construction at the Geoje shipyard. The company stated that the overall localization rate for the submarine is approximately 80 percent, and its delivery is tentatively scheduled for December 2027.
From koreatimes.co.kr
Why it matters
The tour provided a look at the advanced capabilities of the class, including upgraded combat management and sonar systems. The submarine utilizes lithium-ion batteries supplied by Hanwha Aerospace. The successful integration of these components could validate battery technology for major defense contracts.
From koreatimes.co.kr
Who's involved
- Hanwha OceanShipbuilder of the class, hosting the tour of the vessel.
- Hanwha AerospaceSupplier of lithium-ion batteries used in the submarine.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Hanwha AerospaceSpeculative
Hanwha Aerospace might see successful integration of its battery technology validate its products for large defense contracts.
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The entities involved
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Hanwha Ocean
shipbuilder of South Korea
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Hanwha Aerospace
South Korean aerospace and defense company
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