The Staggering Cost of Losing Europe's Arms Market Part 5 - Europe's Naval Power continued

Описание: Today we continue where we left off last week, and explore details of European naval power and its reliance on U.S. technologies in today's deep dive episode. We're continuing our exploration of Europe's naval capabilities, focusing on the systems not covered in our last episode about surface ships. Here's what you can expect:

Vertical Launch System (VLS) Dependencies: Discover how almost all European navies, except Sweden, rely heavily on the U.S.-made VLS, a staple in many of Europe's destroyers and frigates. We discuss the alternatives being developed by Britain’s BAE Systems and Sweden’s direct deck launchers, highlighting their potential to replace the ubiquitous Mark 41 VLS.

Seahawk Helicopters in European Navies: Dive into the widespread use of MH-60R Seahawks across European naval forces, with detailed cost analyses and operational stats from countries like Denmark, Greece, Norway, Spain, and Turkey. Compare these with European models like the NH90 and the Eurocopter (Airbus) Panther, focusing on their roles, capabilities, and economic implications.

Naval Air Defense Systems:

American Sea Sparrow: Review the adoption of this system by various European nations with specific investment figures and deployment stats.
European Alternatives: Examine the Principal Anti Air Missile System (PAAMS) known as Sea Viper in the UK, and the Sea Ceptor system, both utilizing the Aster missile family. These systems represent Europe's indigenous response to naval air threats, with deployment on new ships across Italian, British, and French navies.

Helicopter Carriers: Highlight the strategic importance of helicopter carriers in modern naval warfare, focusing on France's Mistral class and Italy's similar capabilities. Discuss the potential for these vessels to be converted into drone hubs, enhancing their utility in unmanned warfare scenarios.

Submarine Capabilities:

European Conventional and Nuclear Submarines: Detail Europe's comprehensive submarine capabilities, including air-independent, conventional, and nuclear-powered variants. Special emphasis on Germany’s A212 submarines and France's nuclear-powered Barracuda (Suffren-class) submarines.

Astute-class Submarines: Elaborate on Britain's nuclear-powered fleet submarines, noting their advanced technology, stealth features, and armament capabilities, contrasting with France's Triomphant-class for a comparative look at European nuclear deterrents.

Fast Attack Craft and Missile Boats: Cover the role and specifications of notable European models like Finland's Hamina-class missile boats and Sweden's Combat Boat 90 (CB90). Discuss their operational roles, technological advancements, and strategic importance in the Baltic and beyond.

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