Poland has agreed to purchase three new submarines from Swedish company Saab in order to strengthen its deterrence in the Baltic Sea. A26 Blekingechose the design. This decision, which was made with the aim of renewing the old Soviet design inventory, came after international competition and opens the doors to a new security architecture in the Baltic. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz stated that this choice will change the security balance in the region and emphasized the plan to sign an agreement with Sweden in the coming weeks. three submarinessupply is anticipated and delivery of the first submarine in 2030is targeted; However, it is stated that delays in production may affect this schedule.
weapon systemsIn terms of new submarines with cruise missilesIt is expected to be equipped and this will significantly increase Poland’s deterrence. Moreover PGZ Naval ShipyardThe goal of cooperation with the domestic defense industry stands out as an important component of the decision.
Technical Specifications and EU Support of A26 Blekinge
by Saab fifth generation submarineA26 Blekinge, characterized by its sewer effectiveIt stands out with its acoustic and magnetic signatures. Saab says this decline, combined with a “legacy of secrecy” in the Baltic Sea, has led to the A26 One of the world’s most difficult to detect submarinesHe argues that he will make it happen. Being selected as a joint procurement by an EU member country is compatible with the use of credit within the framework of the European Union SAFE program; Brussels to Warsaw within the scope of this program 43.7 billion euros loanprovided.
Education and Current Situation
- gap elephantsdesignated as one that will be used to train Warsaw Marines before three A26s enter service. “gap filler” submarineis planned to be supplied; of this vehicle 2027It is expected to be put into service in .
- The Polish Navy is currently only Weight class ORP Orzełoperates an old submarine called; This situation once again reveals the urgency of supply plans.
This decision reinforces Poland’s move to become the second country after Sweden to order the A26 Blekinge.
