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Collins-class replacement
March 11, 2016
Japan’s Deadliest Sub to Join Australia’s Navy in Military Drill
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Is Tokyo showcasing its high-tech submarine to boost its chances to win a major defense contract in Australia?
March 05, 2016
What Does Australia's Defense White Paper Actually Say?
By Benjamin David Baker
When reading Australia's latest defense white paper, it's prudent to take stock of the greater picture.
March 02, 2016
Why Australia Should Go With Germany for Its Future Submarine Project
By Heiko Borchert
The German offering for Australia's next-generation submarine requirement is unprecedented.
November 19, 2015
How Will Australia Choose Its Next Submarine Builder?
By Mina Pollmann
As France, Germany, and Japan promote their bids, a look at Australia's wishlist for its next submarine class.
November 02, 2015
Could the French Barracuda Replace the Australian Collins-class Submarine?
By Benjamin David Baker
The French companies DCNS and Thales reveal their finalized bid for Australia’s SEA-1000 program.
November 01, 2015
Australia’s Submarines: The US Option
By David Hamon and Christine M. Leah
Why leasing U.S. boats might be Canberra’s best option.
October 14, 2015
Could Saab Upgrade Australia’s Collins-class Submarine as a Stopgap Measure?
By Benjamin David Baker
The Swedish company Saab Kockums offers to upgrade Australia’s subs while Canberra decides who will replace them. Is it worth it?
October 07, 2015
Japan to Offer Australia Its Top-Secret Submarine Technology
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Tokyo has disclosed additional details of its offer to replace the Royal Australian Navy's Collins-class subs.
September 28, 2015
Is Australia's New Prime Minster Bad News for Japan’s Submarine Bid?
By Ankit Panda
Will Australia's leadership change throw a wrench into Japan's odds of winning the Collins replacement deal?
August 27, 2015
Interview: Australian Senator Nick Xenophon
By Mina Pollmann
The Diplomat speaks with Sen. Xenophon about Australia's submarine deal.
August 18, 2015
Failure to Communicate: Will Japan Fall Behind on Australia's Collins-replacement Contract?
By Ankit Panda
Japan has the finest product on offering, but savvy PR pitches from its French and German competitors may edge it out.
August 05, 2015
Australia to Build Entire New Surface Warfare Fleet
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Prime Minister Tony Abbott announced major investments in Australia’s shipbuilding industry.