17 November 2014
© Commonwealth of Australia 2014 ISBN 978-1-76010-070-4
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The need for a competitive tender Avoiding a capability gap Australia can build our future submarine fleet Rule out the MOTS option A number of people with a great depth of knowledge and experience of submarines and their technologies have given evidence to the committee that there are no military-off-the-shelf submarines that meet Australia's needs. A national endeavour requires nation-wide support
Conduct of inquiry Acknowledgements
Speculation regarding limited tender Competitive process Committee view
Conclusion
Expertise and skills in Australia Capability and capacity Costs Economic advantages Through-life sustainment and upgrades Submarines and national security Conclusion
MOTS Shortcomings with overseas purchases Engagement with Japan The Soryu submarine Evolved Soryu Comparing capabilities Extent of modifications Conclusion
Determining requirements Critical importance of right decision Special requirements Potential suppliers French German Collins Conclusion
White Paper—2009 Defence Capability Plan Defence White Paper 2013 Election and new government New or evolved design Speculation about Japanese submarine
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