Australia begins life extension effort for Collins submarines, announces A$11 billion cost over ten years

The Australian government on 19 May 2026 has officially announced the launch of the so-called “life of type extension effort” (LOTE) for the six Collins-class submarines operational with the Australian Navy. The event marks a significant milestone in a lengthy and convoluted history of modernising these submarines, while a new design could eventually replace the ... The post Australia begins life extension effort for Collins submarines, announces A$11 billion cost over ten years appeared first on Naval News.