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Tuesday, December 18, 2007

First improved Oyashio-class submarine fitted with Stirling AIP

The first of the improved Oyashio-class submarine for the Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) was launched at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ shipyard in Kobe on December 5th 2007.

Some 200 guests attended the ceremony at which Admiral Yoshikawa, Chief of Staff JMSDF, traditionally cut the rope for launching.

Fitted with Kockums Stirling Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system, the leading submarine - Soryu - will significantly enhance the boat’s stealth and special operations capability.

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