Jang Bogo N Nuclear-Powered Submarine Programme
Sector: Power Generation (CCGT) • Location: South Korea
Source: Defence Industry Europe
South Korea's Ministry of National Defense announced the Basic Plan for the Development of Nuclear-Powered Submarines, named the Jang Bogo N Project. The programme aims to develop and construct nuclear-powered submarines domestically, leveraging South Korea's nuclear power, shipbuilding, and defense industries. The first submarine is planned to launch in the mid-2030s and enter service after the l
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Power Generation (CCGT), Aerospace & Defense, Nuclear
- Location
- South Korea
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Defence Industry Europe
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Description | South Korea's Ministry of National Defense announced the Basic Plan for the Development of Nuclear-Powered Submarines, named the Jang Bogo N Project. The programme aims to develop and construct nuclear-powered submarines domestically, leveraging South Korea's nuclear power, shipbuilding, and defense industries. The first submarine is planned to launch in the mid-2030s and enter service after the late 2030s, enhancing operational capabilities against North Korean threats. |
Original sector | Defense |
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Country | South Korea |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Power Generation (CCGT), Aerospace & Defense, Nuclear |
Article published date | 2026-05-29 |
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