The US Navy's production of Virginia-class submarines is inadequate, with current construction at 1.13 submarines per year, far below the required 2.00 for US defense. Admiral Daryl Caudle testified before Congress that a significant improvement in shipbuilding capacity is necessary to honor commitments under the Aukus pact. To meet Australia's needs, production must increase to approximately 2.33 submarines yearly. Caudle highlighted the lack of simple solutions, insisting a transformational boost of 100% in production is essential and reiterating the commitment to the agreement's terms.
Admiral Daryl Caudle stated that the US must double its production rate of Virginia-class submarines to meet its own defence needs and commitments to Australia under the Aukus pact.
Caudle emphasized that the US Navy's current production of Virginia-class submarines at 1.13 per year is insufficient, falling short of the 2.00 needed for its own defence.
Caudle pointed out that to fulfill the Aukus agreement, the US would require a 'transformational improvement,' needing production rates at least 100% higher than current levels.
The US Navy estimates that to honor its commitments to sell submarines to Australia, it would need to produce 2.33 submarines annually.
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