Major milestone achieved in MOD submarine dismantling project

Wednesday, 4 June 2025 15:27

The Defence Nuclear Enterprise's (DNE) Submarine Dismantling Project has achieved a major milestone as it completes the fin cut and removal on the demonstrator submarine, Swiftsure.   She will become the first decommissioned Royal Navy submarine to be dismantled by the end of 2026, establishing a unique and world-first methodology to disposal.   The innovative programme of work will enable around 90% of the submarine's structure and components to be...Request free trial