On 22 October, Hanwha Ocean launched the first of three new KSS-III Batch 2 diesel-electric submarines for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN). Named after a famous Joseon dynasty engineer and inventor, Jang Yeong-sil, the ROKN said the new type represents greater detection and strike capabilities than earlier classes. At 3,600 tonnes and 89.4m long, […]
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