South Korea launched the first of three new 3,600-ton submarines this week, marking another step in its efforts to strengthen its undersea fleet and counter threats from north of the border. The ROKS ...

The debate over nuclear-powered submarines is likely to serve as a critical indicator of Japan’s strategic trajectory.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — Once tempted to ditch its acquisition of a Chinese-built S26T diesel-electric submarine, Thailand has ...

Diesel-electric submarines aren't just a poor man's nuclear alternative. They're a real problem for U.S. Navy surface and air ASW (anti-submarine warfare) crews. Their biggest advantage against AWS ...

Saab’s A26 submarine has not yet left the drawing board—but Poland has already expressed interest in the sub as a replacement for its aging Kilo class. Therefore, the A26 is being looked at as the ...

They’re the caretakers of one of only five remaining diesel boats in the U.S. fleet, a boat that in many ways was the link ...

Scale model of the Chinese-manufactured S26T submarine design being constructed for the Royal Thai Navy. (Gordon Arthur) CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — Once tempted to ditch its acquisition of a ...