MoD confirms Astute and Ambush handover as keel laid on sixth class

MoD confirms Astute and Ambush handover as keel laid on sixth sub

Posted on 18 Jul 2013 by The Manufacturer

MoD confirms Astute and Ambush handover as keel laid on sixth Astute class

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) today announced the handover of HMS Astute and HMS Ambush to the Royal Navy as the keel for the sixth Astute class submarine was laid.

Phillip Dunne MP, the minister for defence equipment, support and technology, made the announcement at BAE Systems’ site in Barrow-in-Furness to announce the submarines have now been officially handed over to the Royal Navy. Mr Dunne joined guests from BAE Systems, Royal Navy, MoD and local community for a ceremony at the home of UK…

MoD confirms Astute and Ambush handover as keel laid on sixth sub

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