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Fincantieri Lays Keel for Second Italian Navy U212NFS Submarine
Fincantieri held a keel-laying ceremony at its Muggiano shipyard for the second U212NFS (Near Future Submarine) for the Italian Navy. This event is part of a program to build four submarines, with the second unit scheduled for delivery in 2030. The U212NFS class incorporates advancements such as lithium-ion propulsion batteries and a new combat system, aiming for enhanced stealth, autonomy, and cyber resilience.
Why it matters
The U212NFS submarine class features greater design maturity and integrates advanced technologies like lithium-ion batteries and a new combat system.
Source: Naval News — read the original
Source published 1 Oct 2026, 13:48 UTC