Project 22220 Nuclear Icebreaker Fleet Expansion

under construction

Project 22220 is Russia's premier nuclear icebreaker program aimed at expanding its Arctic dominance by constructing a new generation of nuclear icebreakers capable of year-round navigation along the Northern Sea Route. The project involves the construction of massive vessels such as "Chukotka" and "Leningrad" at the Baltic Shipyard in Saint Petersburg, utilizing modular assembly techniques to enhance efficiency and reduce construction timelines. These vessels are equipped with nuclear reactors and feature dual-draft capability for versatile operation in varying water depths, ensuring extended endurance and strategic presence in the Arctic.