Singapore launches Invincible

Super sub: The Invincible was launched at German defence contractor thyssenkrupp Marine Systems’ shipyard in the port city Kiel in north Germany. — The Straits Times / Asia News Network

KIEL (Germany): Singapore’s acquisition of four new Type 218SG submarines, which offer more firepower and combat options, is a timely move as maritime security challenges evolve and countries beef up their submarine fleets, said Defence Minister Dr Ng Eng Hen.

Speaking on Monday at the launch of the first Type 218SG submarine named Invincible, Dr Ng said Singapore faces threats in the maritime domain, including terrorism, the shipping of illegal arms, weapons of mass destruction and people, as well as piracy.